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About the Notation Mixer

The Notation Mixer is a Flash-based practice, jam, and teaching tool that synchronizes audio with music notation. It also includes an audio mixer with individual track pan and volume controls. This tool is a central feature of the Berklee PULSE Music Method, and is located in the Jam Room on the Berklee PULSE site.

Notation Mixer v.1 was developed in 2006-2007. Notation Mixer v.2, released in January 2013, is the culmination of over two years of development based on user and developer feedback.

About This User Guide

This user guide will take you through each feature of the Notation Mixer and explain its functions in detail. We’ve also included some practical tips and shortcuts.

New Features

Here are a few of the new feature additions and improvements to Notation Mixer v.2:

  1. A complete redesign of the user interface.
  2. Larger notation window to view more notation at one time!
  3. Syncs up to 16 tracks of audio with notation.
  4. New count off, click track, and visual cue options.
  5. New and improved mixer.
  6. Improved navigation and looping.
  7. New information window to add teaching instructions and performance tips.
  8. Single key shortcuts for mouse-free use.