Quote Originally Posted by theledge View Post
Doesn't hurt to broaden your horizons a bit though. Maybe not at first, but eventually higher quality, more original techno is the likely result.
Very true. It can only help, but you'd do better to study rhythm structures than music theory if you're interested in making techno.

Since you're not, then by all means check out the software. I don't know how good it is, but I'm sure there are some decent programs out there that could help. Personally, I would recommend trying to find some classes in your area. The only problem with software is that you can't get immediate answers to your questions. Also, group learning would have to help your comprehension of this subject.