I've been a fan of SampleTank since earlier versions
I'm just an amateur musician who enjoys playing new instruments, looping drum samples and experimenting with sounds
As such - here are my issues with SampleTank4:
1. Unclear upgrade options - do earlier SampleTank versions get a free upgrade or discounted to the latest version? - went and ahead and upgraded to SampleTank4 Max anyway...because wanted some new sounds - and particularly new feature support as shown in SampleTank4 specs
2. Install process laborious and unclear to the average amateur user. Instrument files load into data base and appear within the interface but won't load - even though I downloaded what appeared to be appropriate file relative to instrument and sample files
3. Downloading is laborious and hugely time consuming - needed a written checklist to keep track of files that then required lengthy mac verification and then installation
4. Sound files once downloaded don't all seem to follow same file folder hierarchy when extracted and then adding into SampleTank File File Content files is unclear
5. Still downloading sound files 48 hours in - and still can't figure most optimal way to load instruments and supported files.
6. Can't a more layman's version of the dynamics of downloading files and support structure within SampleTank4 be made available to the average Joe?
Perhaps I'm alone in these concerns or making amateur errors - hoping that others who are not professionals or more advanced users might enjoy the product as I'd hoped...
Thx in advance for any advice....