2009/9/25 Jilt van Moorst <robotfunk@gmail.com>

OK, well 'visually' it seems like the number boxes are getting filled
(i see a delay between the bangs for each stage, otherwise they would
all happen at the same time) but I will look at it.

yes, that is what the "set" message does to numberboxes: it updates their content (also visually) but doesn't let them send this new content to their outlet ;-)

> and a question: you have a reason for using the HDD instead of RAM?

Yes. I (think I ) know how, unlike using RAM. Could you give me a hint
on how to do the same in RAM?

Instead of [writesf~] and [readsf~] try using [tabwrite~] and [tabplay~] (or [tabread4~ for more flexibility..) accordingly.
Unfortunately, i have no time now to give you more info, please try the help files! :-)