Audio Engine Error dialog box

How to get there

This dialog box opens automatically if Finale is unable to initialize its audio engine on startup or for playback.

What it does

A number of possible issues prevent Finale from successfully starting its audio engine and generating this error message. Common examples are:

• If the standalone Garritan ARIA Player is running on your computer when you launch Finale
• If there is a hardware or software conflict with a Bluetooth device or the Soundflower utility
• If ReWire is enabled on startup

If you receive this message, try clicking OK, closing Finale, and re-launching it. If the message persists, visit the Finale Knowledge Base for troubleshooting steps or contact MakeMusic customer support for assistance.