Welcome to AMPLINEX 014

In this issue we conclude our recent features on waveforms with an excellent waveform design utility which will allow you to design and use your own waveforms within the AMPLE Nucleus environment.

We also pursue the theme of compatibility between music files created on Hybrid Music Systems which include different equipment (e.g. the Music 2000 MIDI interface or Music 3000 expander). Accompanying this feature we have an example piece of music which can be used on systems with and without the Music 2000 MIDI interface.

We also have our usual selection of new music composed for, and more familiar music arranged for, the Music 5000 - a total of 11 pieces.

We have, of course, the usual variety of 'Questions and Answers' and 'Hints and Tips' as well as instrument definitions and Hybrid Music System news.

As you will probably have already noticed, we have a sound counterpart to our title graphics. This musical accompaniment was the winning entry in our competition for a Music 3000 expander unit. The entries were judged by Ian Waugh, writer of the music column in BBC Acorn User magazine, and the winning piece was composed by Ted Kirk. Our congratulations to him, and our thanks to all those members who entered.

We would also like to take this opportunity to wish you all an enjoyable Christmas and New Year, and to look forward to your continued support during 1990.

Kevin Doyle and Roy Follett