[devospice]

Hi,

I recently bought a new keyboard and I'm looking for some sequencing software for it. I was wondering if anybody had any reccomendations.

The keyboard (an Alesis QS7.1) came with a bunch of software including eMagic's MicroLogic AV 3.6. The problem is the keyboard has a serial port to connect it to the computer. I can get a serial to USB adaptor, but the software will only use either the modem port or the printer port. According to the web site the current version is 4.5 but I couldn't find anything that said how much it would cost to upgrade, or whether or not the new versions could use the USB port (or firewire).

I also read on their web page that there is a problem with their software and Apple's new multi-processor G4s- which I just bought. So I'm hesitant to get the upgrade at least until they fix the problem. I wasn't crazy about the program anyway.

So what else is out there? I'm new to MIDI and don't really know where to look. Thanks.

->Later.....Spice

[iPaul UK]

The Steinberg equivilent of Micrologic is Cubasis. Which is a toned down version of Cubase VST. It's deffinetly well worth a look. I'd be surprised if either programs would work directly with the serial port on your keyboard and a USB Mac with serial port converter. It would more than likely work just fine with older non USB Mac's. So your a little outta luck there. This means you would have to buy a USB/Midi interface. Basic ones are fairly inexpensive these days.

I also think it could be quite some time before Music sequencing/recording programs are optimised for dual processor use. Although i'd be surprised if they didn't work at all on such a machine. Best check with the manufacturers/tech support guys before you buy.

[devospice]

Thanks for the note. I'll definately have to look into that USB/MIDI interface. Sounds like it might be time for a trip to the local Guitar Center.

->Later.....Spice