Developed by Cakewalk, Project 5 distinguishes itself from other virtual workstation software by enabling users to produce pattern-based electronic beats with DirecX and VST synths. This tutorial is designed to help users navigate their way through the Windows-based program and understand it in a relatively short time-span. Step-by-step instructions cover all the basics, including: how to set up audio and MIDI devices, figuring out and customizing the interface, how to use real-time effects, and how to generate and sequence virtual synths. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.