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MusicTime Deluxe is a simple program to use that includes a handy toolbar that makes creating a score as easy as possible. The downfall to this software is a limited number of staves, only 16, so you are limited to the number of scores you can import and compose.

Ease of Use:   Excellent

This is the category where MusicTime Deluxe shines. Without even looking at the manual, we could create a score by using the toolbar options. Many palettes make it easy to compose a piece.

The only feature that gave us grief was the volume control. Even after reading the manual and making appropriate changes, we still couldn't get the volume to work.

Feature Set:   Excellent

MusicTime software includes sample files and metronome to help you compose music.

The limited number of staves per system is a real disadvantage to this program—some scores that we tried to download were too big for this software.

Ease of Installation:   Excellent

We didn't have any problems while installing MusicTime Deluxe.

It takes up to 2 days to get a login and a password so you can email a question to tech support. This could be frustrating if you have a question you want answered immediately.

Input/Output Capabilities:   Excellent

This program was designed for music notation only and doesn't have the capability to record vocals to the music. The MIDI input was flawless and notates in real-time as you are playing the keyboard. You can also input notes through the computer keyboard.

Editing:   Excellent

This program doesn't offer punch recording but it has excellent note editing capabilities. You can enter the notes quickly and easily. There are enough palettes to get the job done, but not to many to overwhelm the screen.

Help/Support:   Excellent

Overall, the help and support are great. They have an extensive tutorial in their manual and offer a knowledge base, which answers most common questions.

It takes up to 2 days to get a login and a password so you can email a question to tech support. This could be frustrating if you have a question you want answered immediately

The program supports most current operating systems including MAC.

Summary:  

This program is very easy to use and would be great for the average person who only wants to notate small scores, and it comes with a reasonable price tag.

 
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MusicTime Deluxe 3.5.5

Publisher: GVOX
Version: 3.5.5
Excellent
Overall Rating
Excellent
Ease of Use
Excellent
Feature Set
Excellent
Ease of Installation
Very Good
Input/Output Capabilities
Very Good
Editing
Excellent
Help/Support
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$119.99
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