as long as we are not planning on windows having GM files. As long as we are using an interface, a DAW, and softsynths or hw synths running through a USB interface? I am really unsure what is coming or not coming with Windows 8. I don't know but I don't think I will have any use for Metro but I will give it a fair chance. I am concerned about what I hear about W8 not using ASIO drivers, i am pretty sure that this midi issue will mean nothing... but I am not sure. I get the feeling that MS is throwing music and video producers under the bus, fluffing their feathers and strutting for young people who just want to listen, watch, stream, etc.
I don't want to be left out in the cold and wonder if I should buy go ahead and buy an extra copy of W7.... but I don't know... maybe it is not going to be an issue. I wish someone would chime in. I would download and try the beta but I am afraid I would mess things up... I need to bite the bullet and get another box dedicated to just my DAW. I guess that is the bottom line, should I be sure and buy another computer before the W8 rollout becomes official and maybe W7 wont be an option.
Do you know? should I be concerned or just 9am I worrying over nothing?) go with the flow... anyone who knows can answer. I just mentioned Jim because I will most likely buy a Studiocat, they seem to have the best bang for buck. Frankly Steve Ballmer scares me... have you seen the videos on YT of him? sheesh....
http://social.msdn.micros...31c89765?prof=required (this is a little bit over my head, I need the "for dummies version").
Also I have read that W8 will not support ASIO drivers but have yet to verify it, I just read it in a comment on W8.
I am hoping it is the usual confusion that precedes any change but I hope MS is not ditching to producer in the chase for the listener/viewer.
Thanks...
Julien