Hi Folks,

I am new to BAIB, and am planning to purchase this for myself (after Christmas is over just in case someone bought it as a present), and am curious what would be the best MIDI option for me.

I have played the guitar for twenty five years or so, but alas, neurological problems have ended that possibility now. Soooo... I went looking to see what's out there to make music on the PC, and stumbled upon this software. I looks like it will allow me to continue to write music.

What I'm at a loss over is what MIDI source to get. Should I get a hardware device? Or would the Personal Orchestra 4 do the job. I just want to be able to use strings and some symphony instruments in my pieces (flute, piccolo, clarinet, and others).

I tend to do folk, pop, and some lighter rock.

Any suggestions on what would be best?

Thanks,

Charles