Windows XP64 music software compatibility ... I hope everyone finds this helpful!

[composeralex]

Hello everyone!
I recently added a "Resources" page to my web site, on which there is a list of many music software programs I have tested in Windows XP Professional 64-bit. I have a list of what works and doesn't work, as well as some 64-bit bugs that I've found.
I searched for a long time to find out what worked and what didn't before upgrading to 64-bit, but I found very little information on the subject, and most people on forums were just as curious as I was. So, after pioneering, I'd just like to share with you what I learned ... I hope you find it helpful!
God bless,
Alex

[peter5992]

Thanks Alex -- that is very interesting!

One sidenote: Sibelius 5 should be able to run in a Windows xp 64 bit environment - it may not be able to make full use of memory if you use VSTs that in itself can run as 64 applications, but it could if you use a midi loopback connector such as midi yoke or alternatives.

Well, at least, so I have been told, and I am about to test it myself -- will keep you posted.