RE: Please help a noob
2006/11/30 23:44:11
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Dnon - you've got a learning curve ahead of you, but if you stick to it, it will be worth it.
first of all, you don't have to have a MIDI controller to use the "pre-loaded synthesized instruments". You can enter MIDI directly using the Piano Roll View or the Staff view or you can use pre-made loops that you can find on the internet.
secondly, if you have a keyboard, you DO have a midi controller anyway! and with it connected to your computer, you can create music by "tapping on the keys".
the problem is that you're going to have to learn how to use what you've got. start out with the "getting started guide" and the tutorials in the help files. press F1 and it will bring up a hyperlink set of tutorials for you to work thru.
If you get stuck or have any specific questions, feel free to come back and ask.