Hello. A few months ago we discussed about audio software that are suitable for children. I was interested in a portable sampler for similar purposes, but I don't remember anyone suggesting anything. Now I found BOSS' SP-303 (Dr. Sample). Can this be connected to Linux for the sample and pattern upload/download? Does any Linux software recognize the formats used by this gear? What alternative devices are available? For the same or lower price. The Linux connection seems to be needed as the device is a sampler. In Linux I could, e.g., create a set of sounds with a software synth. Juhana -- http://music.columbia.edu/mailman/listinfo/linux-graphics-dev for developers of open source graphics software