Conference napalm::commusic_v1

    Since we seem to be getting a bunch of folks using DECw Notes to
    contribute to the conference ... 

    Please remember that people on VTs are normally limited to 79
    character-wide screens; 80 or more makes a diamond ... in other words, this .....
    Any characters past the diamond are lost (unless the VT'er jumps
    thru some hoops).  Use the auto-fill key (GOLD 8 in EVE EDT) to
    fill your paragraphs.

    Also, please try to keep topic and reply titles fairly short (less than
    70 characters or so).  Titles with multiple lines or that are extra
    long end up exhibiting the diamond syndrome (mentioned above), or have
    imbedded linefeed <LF> characters.  Not pleasant for VT'ers to read. 

    Thanks for your continued support.

-b

   Well, it's finally done.  I've gone thru the whole conference and
   assigned keywords to *every* base note.

   You are *strongly* encouraged to read the next few topics, as they
   detail and discuss keywords in this conference. A little reading up
   front will save us both a lot of time in the future. 

    As always, gripes/suggestions should be posted in topic 14.

-b

KEYWORD ASSIGNMENT CRITERIA
---------------------------

   Here are the details concerning keywords in the COMMUSIC conference:

     o	a predefined set of keywords was used for consistency

     o	keyword *creation* has been disabled - members may 
 	still add keywords to topics

     o	ONLY base notes have keywords assigned

     o	PLEASE do not assign keywords to topics other than
 	the base topic (.0)

 	Replies with keyword pointers are often confusing.  If 
 	a topic becomes tangential, I will retitle the topic or
 	assign an appropriate keyword to the base note.  This
 	will allow future 'Directory by Topic' software to work
 	properly. 

     o	keyword names follow the same convention as conference 
 	base note titles (no hyphens, no 8 bit characters)

     o	topics 20-300 may or may not have keywords assigned;
 	only topics with relevant information were tagged

USING KEYWORDS
--------------

    To use keywords to access a topic, use the following commands: 

SHOW KEYWORD keyword /FULL

    This displays the keyword and all base note numbers associated with the
    keyword. 

SHOW KEYWORD key* [/FULL]

    This displays all keywords beginning with a portion of the keyword (use
    /FULL for note number display).  For example, SHOW KEYWORD SEQU* will
    display: 

      SEQUENCER
      SEQUENCES
      SEQUENCING
      SEQUENTIAL

    If a keyword does not exist, use wildcards and an abbreviated keyword
    (DX7* instead of DX7IIFD). 


DIRECTORY /KEYWORD=keyword [note-range]
DIRECTORY /KEYWORD=key* [note-range]

    This displays all topics in the note range associated with the given
    keyword (wildcards are allowed).  For example, to view recent notes
    about YAMAHA equipment, use the command DIRECTORY /KEYWORD=YAMAHA
    2000-LAST. 

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    For more information, see the next reply.  For a complete list of
    keywords, see the list of keywords in the conference directory topic
    (2.0). 

KEYWORDS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
----------------------------

   All major manufacturers have their own keywords.  For example: ALESIS,
   CASIO, EMU, ENSONIQ, KAWAI, KORG, ROLAND, YAMAHA, etc.

   Major products within each manufacturer's product offerings also have
   keywords.  For example: D50, D550, TX81Z, ESQ1, M1, DX7II.

   Generic keywords are available for non-synth equipment.  For example:
   AMPLIFIER, COMPUTER, CONTROLLER, DRUM_MACHINE, MIXER, SEQUENCER, etc. 

   Computer topics may be referenced by keywords SOFTWARE or COMPUTER. 
   Most major computers have their own keywords, assigned as follows: 

     AMIGA	Commodore Amiga (no COMMODORE keyword)
     APPLE	Apple II, IIGS, IIe, & 8 bit models
     ATARI	Atari ST
     C1		Yamaha C1 (also available under YAMAHA keyword)
     C64	Commodore C64
     CX5M	Yamaha CX5M (also available under YAMAHA keyword)
     IBM	IBM PC and clones
     MACINTOSH	MAC computers - APPLE will not find these
     NEXT	Steve Job's NEXT machine
     PDP	DEC PDP computers
     VAX	VAX computers
     VAXMATE	VAXMATE computers

   Keywords associatd with tape recorders include 4TRACK, 6TRACK, 8TRACK,
   and TAPE_DECK.  Many model/mfgr names are also keyed (TASCAM, FOSTEX,
   etc).  Other related keywords include VIDEO, DAT, CD, RECORDING, and
   ALBUMS. 

   Keywords of special interested include: 

     ACCESSORIES
 		for miscellaneous things, like memory cards and
 		cartridges, gig bags, etc.

     ANALOG	notes on analog synths

     BUSINESS	Notes that discuss business aspects of making music.

     COMMUSIC	COMMUSIC related notes, such as the COMMUSIC tapes
 		and goodbye topics.  Key DAVE_ORIN points to topics
 		dedicated to him.

     CONTROLLER	Topics dealing with MIDI keyboard, drum, or wind controllers,
 		including off-the-wall controllers.

     COPYRIGHT	Topics on copyright laws

     DISCUSSION	Pot pourri of various topics - everything from
 		unclassifiable interesting discussions to flames
 		and banter. 

     DIY	Topics for DIYers (Do It Yourself)

     DBX
     DOLBY	Topics that discuss noise reduction techniques.

     DRUMS	Drum related topics, not necessarily drum machines.

     EFFECTS	Topics associated with reverb, compressors, limiters,
 		delays, EQ, and even noise reduction.  Use a manufacturer
 		name to reference specific topics. 

     GETTING_STARTED 
 		Topics for newcomers.  These include basic concepts, overview
 		topics, and "what do I buy", "where do I go", and other
 		"recommendation" type  topics.  NEW OR OCCASIONAL NOTERS, TAKE
 		NOTE! 

     GIGGING	Topics related to gigging.

     GLOSSARY	Topics that define terms.  NEW NOTERS TAKE NOTE!

     GUITAR	Topics of interested to guitar players.

     HEADPHONES	Topics on headphones.

     INSTRUCTION
 		Topics that discuss how to do something, that relate
 		conceptual information (such as how a sequencer works), or
 		that point to other sources of knowledge (schools, etc). 

     MAINTENANCE
 		Tips on maintaining or upgrading equipment.

     MIDI_TO_RS232
 		Topics on MIDI converters for PCs.

     MIDI_PROCESSOR
 		Includes patch bays, switchers, converters, etc.

     MIDILIB	Topic on our online public domain MIDI library.

     MIXER	Topics on or about mixers

     MIXDOWN	Topics discussing mixdown techniques and gotchas.

     NETWORKING	Topics on setting up MIDI and mixer configurations.

     ORGAN
     PEDALBOARD	Topics related to organs and organ-related equipment, such as
 		foot controlled pedals.

     PATCHES	Topics on or about patches for synths, including PD or third
 		party sequences.  See also SEQUENCING and MIDILIB.

     PIANO	Topics related to pianos in any shape or form.

     POWER	Topics discussing AC/DC power, wall bugs, problems, and noise.

     PROGRAMMING
 		Topics associated with programming patches, sequencers, or
 		computers. 

     RACK	Topics on equipment racks.

     RACKMOUNT	All topics discussing rack-mountable equipment.

     RECORDING	Topics related to recording.

     SAMPLER	All topics discussing samplers.

     SCORING	Topics on scoring tools and software.

     SEQUENCER	All topics about sequencers.

     SEQUENCING	Tips /tutorials /discussions on how to sequence.

     SOFTWARE	All topics relating to patch librarians, editors,
 		computer-based sequencers or scoring software.

     SPEAKERS	Topics on speakers, including PAs and monitors.

     STANDS	Topics on equipment stands

     STUDIO	Topics on recording studios (private or public).

     SYSEX	SYSEX-related topics, including MIDI programming and patch
 		dumping topics.

     TAPE	Topics on recording tape - where to buy, what to use.

     TAPE_DECK	Generic topic for all tape recording gear, including DAT.

     TROUBLESHOOTING
 		Topics discussing equipment problems of various types.


    

    COMMUSIC as we know and love it will be shut down this Friday afternoon
    around 5pm EST.
    
    The old conference will be write-locked, renamed to COMMUSIC_V1, and
    moved to node IMDOWN (4.210).  
    
    A new COMMUSIC conference will be opened, also on node IMDOWN; it will
    retain the name COMMUSIC.
    
    To ensure that your SEEN map is not hosed, you should issue the
    following commands AFTER 5pm Friday:
    
        Notes> MOD ENTRY COMMUSIC /NAME=COMMUSIC_V1 /FILE=IMDOWN::COMMUSIC_V1
        Notes> ADD ENTRY IMDOWN::COMMUSIC
    
    In spite of recent developments, the conference charter/scope will not
    change.  Thanks for your continued support.
    
+b (co-mod)
    
PS - many thanks to Doug McPherson for volunteering to host us!