Hello all, my name&#39;s Alex Stone, and Benno From Linuxsampler pointed me in this direction to see what you guys who build stuff are up to.<br><br>Frankly I&#39;ve been amazed at the talent on display to use a phrase. Linux audio has come a long way since i last peeked in some 8 or 10 years ago. I&#39;m currrently usiing a programme called Reaper, in wine in Linux, but i am keen to see a complete native solution come to maturity. I&#39;ve had the privilege of communicating with&nbsp; some of you already, and as my linux journey is a recent one, i&#39;ve been assisted, and encouraged by some great fellas, who know their stuff.
<br><br>Anyway, the introductions are done, and handshakes are made. I hope i can contribute something here from a user&#39;s perspective, and as someone fairly well versed in using audio and production programmes on the &#39;other side of the fence&#39;. I&#39;ve finally seen the light, and gained my freedom.
<br>As a former orchestral player, i&#39;m more inclined to use programmes from a classical composer&#39;s perspective. and as some of you know already, i&#39;ve tried to convey what it&#39;s like to write classical music with a computer, and the challenges that go with that, the biggest of all usually being the number of audio or midi ports available, and the capability possible for using a large number of instruments, often with several for one section with variations in articulation.
<br><br>My respects and thanks to those who have helped and encouraged so far, and i hope i can give something back as my knowledge continues to grow..<br><br><br>Alex Stone.<br><br>