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Do you think this is nuts? I’m going to try to review all of the major DAWs, in other words all of the music editing software, music mixing software, music making software, recording music software, audio production software, whatever you want to call it. While each one has acquired it’s own fanbase, not many musicians would be tempted to trash an investment that can sometimes have a very long tedious learning curve to make the switch to another program, or would you? Another case in point is that the biggest, most popular programs have already reached a higher level of growth. But on the other hand,  I don’t believe that if any or all of them vanished overnight leaving only one, would it be that terrible? They all work well and you’d still be able to make great music! (assuming that you make great music:).

It’s nice to be able to compare/review each product because they all have different strenghts and weaknesses. Hopefully this will help you with your decision making as to what audio production software would work the best for you and your budget constraints (if any exist). The nice thing about some of these programs is that they have a less expensive version available that while not quite as fancy as the full fledged version, will still get the job done quite nicely.

So what about that learning curve? Don’t bury your head in the sand here. There will always be a learning curve. Like most programs available now, they are becoming more and more in tune with either Mac or Windows operating systems, which helps to lesson that fabled learning curve. Not to mention that these music editing software programs tend to borrow from the competition, hence making it easier to learn them and if you stay with the same company, but upgrade you’ve got even less of a learning curve. So you can relax it shouldn’t be that hard.

Sometime down the line you may want to switch. Like every thing else in this world nothing is static or stays the same, including recording music software programs. At some point you may want to try another product, it might have some feature in it that the program that you’re currently using is missing and you know that you just can’t live without. Personally I love technology and want every new gadget out there. If you’re anything like me I’m sure that eventually you are gonna want to try something new.

With that said I need to remind you that again nothing is static here. These music making software programs are constantly being changed and updated. Which on the one hand is great, but on the other hand can be frustrating. It’s the nature of the beast or anything electronic nowadays. Repeat after me, there will always be upgrades and improvements. Some you will love, others you will hate. Get use to it.

Next up, support. Well we all know what support can be like. Some audio production software companies do a pretty good job with support, others not so hot. I would suggest that you first check out any FAQ’s and second if they have a forum go there. Forums can oftentimes be the best place to find answers to your questions or problems. Most of these music making software companies are not set up for unlimited support. Use it wisely.


 

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Jan 26

Besides fruit loops . Can someone recommend a good music making software? (I dont care if it’s not free or what not )

I want it to be easy to use and more efficient with better sounding than fruit loops. And with alot of instruments like the harp, flute ,violin and piano

GarageBand comes with Mac computers, but it’s not available for any other OS.
You can also consider MAGIX Music Maker. It is pretty straightforward and has a lot of instruments and a good amount of features and enhancements.

Jan 24

I don’t know much about this kinda thing but i am looking to download free music making software for my laptop that i could use to make music. I play drums to id like to mostly mess around with making beats and stuff for fun. but id also maybe like to put music behind it too, to make some dance or dubstep music or something. Preferably id like some software that isn’t too hard to use because i m just doing this for fun. Thanks

I personally sugggest dubturbo. Its easy to use and uncomplicated.
It’s user interface is easy to understand. However a full version of dubturbo will cost you $30, but if you try too look around and compare its price from other software, you will find this software as the cheapest one. Its cheap but performance is almost the same with those $100 music software.
Practically saying, dubturbo is a wise choice.
Aside from making beats, dubturbo can also be used to make dubsteps, remixes, techno tunes, and any music editings.
If you do not have the cash then you are always welcome to check out its trial version
Hope this helps.

Jan 23

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Jan 7

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Find what you’re looking for:
1. 0:34 Groove Engine
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3. 1:53 Looper
4. 2:59 New Effects
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6. 5:40 What’s New in Ableton Suite 8 — World Class Sound Library

Ableton Live 8 Music Recording, Production and Creation Software Overview from Full Compass Systems.

Ableton Live is about making music; for composition, songwriting, recording, production, remixing and live performance. Live’s nonlinear, intuitive flow, alongside powerful real-time editing and flexible performance options, make it a unique studio tool and a favorite with live performers. If you’d rather be “making music” than just “using music software,” Ableton Live is for you. Live 8, the latest version, includes a wealth of new techniques and improvements with a new groove engine, revamped warping, live looping, new effects, crossfades in the Arrangement View and a reworked MIDI editor.

Session View
Live is the only music production software with the “Session View”: a unique grid for recording and playing musical ideas and phrases. The Session View is non-linear, so you can record and play back your ideas in any order you want. When you’re working on a new track, this is a smart, flexible way to write and record. If you’re performing music live, it gives you complete flexibility and freedom to improvise.

Arrangement View
Live also has a second view: the “Arrangement View,” a complete music production environment. This is the linear counterpart to the Session View and is well-suited to “traditional” recording, arranging and mixing. These two views interact with one another, each with its own strengths and intricacies. Both views are based on the single principle of creative, intuitive music-making.

Uninterrupted creative flow
In Live, you never have to stop the music. Record audio and MIDI on the fly, drop in loops and samples, add effects and swap sounds without ever hitting the stop button: everything happens in real time. You’re free to improvise and the computer actually becomes a musical instrument—an expressive and creative tool, perfectly at home on stage or in the studio.

Beats made easy
Live’s unique Drum Rack combines drag-and-drop simplicity in a familiar pad-style interface. Each of the 128 drum pads can have its own instrument or sample plus effects. Slice beats, loops or REX files to MIDI for additional control options and use the new groove feature (which includes grooves from the legendary MPC and SP1200 machines) to add swing to your beats.

Creative expression for DJs
Mix and match tracks and loops automatically, remix on the fly, capture audio loops in real time from decks and other external sources, incorporate your own productions into the mix, and much more. Whether it’s the centerpiece of the DJ rig or just a creative sidearm, Live gives DJs entirely new worlds of creative expression.

Looping with Live
Ableton’s Looper gives you classic sound-on-sound looping without the limitations of a hardware device. Looper is set up for remote operation, so you can record, overdub, undo and more without touching the computer.

Totally compatible
Live works seamlessly with controller hardware and assigning custom MIDI controls is simple. Live supports AIFF, WAV, MP3, Ogg Vorbis and FLAC files, VST and AU effects and instruments. Live can handle REX files and runs as a ReWire Master or Slave, so it works nicely alongside other DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase or Reason. And if you have a multicore or multiprocessor system, Live supports that, too.

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Dec 31

I like making beats and songs. I want to know a good software to practice on. Then after that i’ll buy a better one.

My suggestion is you go get straight for the premium one. I tell you, trial versions are no good. You can have dubturbo at only $39. Its worth it! For anyone who’s just getting started, or looking to have some fun making beats… there are much better alternatives, such as Dubturbo.

This unique piece of software was specifically designed to help people like you make their own beats, whether it’s rap beats, techno beats, house beats, dub beats…. you name it.

Dec 21

http://www.MakingBeatsWith.Us

This MUSIC MAKER software is the cheapest, easiest, and most reliable software you will see online.

I create this beats using this music maker software. Try this software and you will be impressed.

http://www.MakingBeatsWith.Us

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Dec 7

I’m looking for a piece of software that will help me digitally make songs and note down tab for my actual songs.

The best that I have found is Tuxguitar. It’s free and has a number of different instruments to choose from.
Give it a go,
Moa

Dec 5

http://www.MyBeatGenerator.com - get started today and download CyberSequencer Beat Maker Software to make cool rap, hip hop, house and techno beats

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Nov 25

I have a electric piano that hooks to the computer. I made up my own song for the piano. There is a music maker software t hat I have called "Musicmaker Finale 2008." But it doesn’t work well for me. I need suggestions for a music making sofware that will load on the music I play so I can put the music I play on a sheet.

you get it from http://download.com/

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