I'm not sure why F5 mute didn't work; it should. What version of BIAB do you have, and is it Windows or Mac?

As to the 1a or 1b question, that's just the way it is. If you don't want that, because it adds a fill in the intro, then add an extra two bars at measure one and mute all instruments, so your song starts on measure three. Also check the Preferences, Count-in/Metronome, where you could select no audible count-in or other possibilities.


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