BrianD wrote:A very interesting thread. I confess I have always been a bit anti for live use but have certainly seen them used very effectively in pubs, open mics and, of course, various Shad Club meetings. I certainly enjoy using them at home and find them a great tool for practicing to, however, what to do when you want to create your own arrangements but can only play the guitar??? Several years ago I was recommended "BAND IN A BOX" by Jim Sullivan and find this a very useful and effective tool. I am sure there are a number of you out there who are already familiar with this software, and make use of it, but for those who haven't come across it take a look at http://www.pgmusic.com
+1 on that! Heaps of fun! BIAB will never make an exact BT of your favourite tune but its great fun getting as close as you can without ever touching a midi keyboard or drum kit .
Cheers
Ian