Cerio,
I would argue, however, that BIAB is not a full fledged sequencer like Cubase and doesn't claim to be.

and I, for one, am not necessarily in favor of making it one. that's not it's purpose. I use BIAB and export its tracks into sonar because sonar is a full fledged sequencer. BIAB creates the MIDI and real tracks to the song I want then I manipulate those tracks in the sequencer. BIAB performs one function, sonar performs the other - they compliment each other, but neither has the full capabilities of both programs.

Customization of the GUI is not something I would vote for - it's not necessary, IMO. enhancements, yeah, I could live with a few enhancements - but not turning it into a fully customizable sequencer. that's not what I own BIAB for. if that's the direction BIAB goes then I have no need for it, I have sonar.

your next points - 1) no, I don't agree with that either. yeah, it can be confusing, but take the time to learn it just like any other tool.

2) some customization like this I would find useful and might use. it's not a priority for me for BIAB, tho.

functionality is top priority for me. like the items I listed above.