There have been times when I thought Notes was pushing the envelope to see what he could get away with regarding the advertising rule, but this isn't one of those times. His post did not mention his products at all, unless you count his tag line...

and lots of people in the forum (including some of the most helpful) use their tag line to advertise their CDs, Mastering service or other business endeavors.. so apparently tag lines aren't included in the rule about advertising.

Regarding Notes being in competition with PGMusic...
That's like saying Amplitube or Garritan are in competition with PGMusic...

The difference between competitors and complementors is that competitors are trying to STEAL your customers. People who make products that COMPLEMENT your product make it more usable and a better value to customers.

Since Notes' product RELIES on PGMusic, he has no incentive to undermine them. And I don't think PGmusic wants to keep making MIDI styles, so he fills a niche they aren't filling anymore.

I do, however, think there is a rebellion in the camp between the MIDI enthusiasts and the Real tracks enthusiasts, and it might be in Notes' best interest not to throw gasoline on that fire.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ey71h8ep047758h/AAC12jNM0Hz9Q8zsh5iDeqNHa?dl=0