I think your synopsis is very helpful, since you delve into the shadowy world of software music production far more than most of us on this forum. As for me, I am trying to get a basic inventory of tools together in order to learn more ways to make music with a controller and computer. However, after so many years doing things the old way, I tend to think in old terms. For example,I have VST hosts on pc and iPad,and I have sample libraries on both. Now, I think what the heck am I going to do with them except having supplemental sounds to use. I thinks of how to bring motion to them, and see that first I must create tracks, then, I guess, use arps or loops. Not easy.

I still think in terms of vArranger and BIAB, where I am more at ease. The other hurdle is that weird sounds and modern rhythms don't float my boat. I am trying to use these tools against the intended norms, and bring them back to my way. I had better change my thinking(ha!) or forget it.

With all of this, however, remains an intrigue just the same. I will keep plugging and glean what I can.