Monthly Archives: October 2009

Stupid Software Tricks

Posted on October 7, 2009 by midiguru

Yesterday I wasted a couple of hours trying to install Native Instruments Absynth 5 on my Windows PC. I have no doubt that it’s a great instrument — and overall, I’m consistently knocked out by NI. The installer for this … Continue reading →

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Retirement

Posted on October 4, 2009 by midiguru

Thinking vaguely about retiring. Or, to be more precise, about drifting into retirement. Gradually becoming more selective about the kinds of things I do. Turns out this is one of the benefits of being self-employed: You can retire gradually. I … Continue reading →

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Missing Information

Posted on October 1, 2009 by midiguru

Trying to do research into daily life in Chicago in 1885 without spending a ton of money. It’s hard! I’ve spent a couple of hundred on books so far. Ran into another one tonight that looks essential, but it’s $55, … Continue reading →

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