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Dorico 5 released (May 24, 2023)

andyhy said:
I've never used Sibelius but tbh I struggle with midi note input to Dorico which like you is my preferred initial creation method. One workaround another user told me about is to create an empty expression map for the instrument you want to compose for as otherwise Dorico decides which articulation it will use often overriding the user's live input choice. So at present, even in Dorico 5, midi input is a battle with the application so very frustrating. I'm certain the Dorico team will address the problem in a future update (perhaps by giving the user the option to suspend the use of an expression map during live/midi input) but in the meantime straight note input is the most favoured method and I sketch composition ideas in my DAW instead. From what I hear in every other way Dorico 5 is streets ahead of Sibelius.
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Appreciate your reply, but I will question that Dorico is streets ahead of Sibelius in nearly every way. I get that the shortcut box that pops up over the notes is a brilliant design, but otherwise Sibelius is very quick to work with, and the continued support after Avid changed the development team keeps fine-tuning an already very mature product.

When it comes to the added DAW-type functions like automation etc., sure that's great, but that's not something I can see myself using, except for working in a proper DAW like Logic - making a properly produced track. But then again, composing is just a side hobby for me, beside my "real job". Having said that, if I were a young composer or student today, Dorico would be a no-brainer.
 
The recent 5.2 update really brings a lot to the table. Amazing that it's a free update, as in days past it probably would have been labeled 5.5 and cost a fee.
 
Sorry, I thought I remembered it identifying as 5.2, but it is 5.1.10 from 22 January 2024, still quite recent, and no email blast was sent out. I discovered it by accident. I think it coincided with the NAMM Show, and most vendors are way behind on comms lately, as a result of the show.
 
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