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mooseherman
Published on 04/26/10 at 15:45
There were no compatibility issues for me when using Tabledit. I found that the software kept getting easier to use as it was updated. The manual that users download with the program will explain all the finer points, and I doubt that anybody would have any troubleshooting that the manual can't explain. The setup of the program is really a matter of downloading and installing it, and therefore, really isn't that complicated. All the functions of this program are really easily accessible once you learn the shortcuts and get more efficient with it.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
I have not had any problems with the software not working correctly, really the only thing I've noticed with this program is the fact that it's a bit tedious, but that is through no fault of the software. The performances have always been stable and have no slowed down or stalled my computer in any way. I think that I am getting a pretty high quality performance out of this program, it certainly doesn't affect my computer the way Logic, Pro Tools, or even Garage band do.
OVERALL OPINION
I think that this program, unlike the Powertab program, is good because it is far more versatile. First of all, it is not limited to the guitar, which is a highly nice program. This gives other instrumentalists and musicians the ability to use it and write for multiple instruments. In the latest update, the list of instruments that are included in the program are harmonica, mountain dulcimer, diatonic button accordion, drums, violin, tin whistle, recorder, Xaphoon, autoharp, pedal steel guitar, piano, ukulele, and banjo. I haven't used it for most of those instruments, but I do find it great that the piano and harmonica can be represented in a writing program. Another advantage that this program has over Powertab is that you don't need to stick to writing in tablature. That is, you can write the music in notated form and have it translate into tab (which is great for pianists, or other musicians trying to write for guitar who don't really understand tablature for the guitar.) I think that this is a great tool for people who might struggle in some ways with traditional notation software (like Sibelius or Finale). The MIDI sound files sound ok for MIDI, but obviously it's going to be sort of cheesy for most people. However, the practical application of the whole thing is really solid. I don't use this program that much for my purposes, but I'm glad to know that it's here when I need it. Worth checking out for people who need to tab or notate music easily and neatly.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
I have not had any problems with the software not working correctly, really the only thing I've noticed with this program is the fact that it's a bit tedious, but that is through no fault of the software. The performances have always been stable and have no slowed down or stalled my computer in any way. I think that I am getting a pretty high quality performance out of this program, it certainly doesn't affect my computer the way Logic, Pro Tools, or even Garage band do.
OVERALL OPINION
I think that this program, unlike the Powertab program, is good because it is far more versatile. First of all, it is not limited to the guitar, which is a highly nice program. This gives other instrumentalists and musicians the ability to use it and write for multiple instruments. In the latest update, the list of instruments that are included in the program are harmonica, mountain dulcimer, diatonic button accordion, drums, violin, tin whistle, recorder, Xaphoon, autoharp, pedal steel guitar, piano, ukulele, and banjo. I haven't used it for most of those instruments, but I do find it great that the piano and harmonica can be represented in a writing program. Another advantage that this program has over Powertab is that you don't need to stick to writing in tablature. That is, you can write the music in notated form and have it translate into tab (which is great for pianists, or other musicians trying to write for guitar who don't really understand tablature for the guitar.) I think that this is a great tool for people who might struggle in some ways with traditional notation software (like Sibelius or Finale). The MIDI sound files sound ok for MIDI, but obviously it's going to be sort of cheesy for most people. However, the practical application of the whole thing is really solid. I don't use this program that much for my purposes, but I'm glad to know that it's here when I need it. Worth checking out for people who need to tab or notate music easily and neatly.