OT: What recording software do you use? Why did you choose it?

[roburado]

What recording software do you use? Why did you choose it?

 

[TheBassGuy]

Ableton Live. I choose it because it came with my M-Audio Fast Track USB. I've also used FL Studio, but still prefer Ableton because it's way easier. I've also tried Adobe Audition. This is also a very easy to use and nice program, but since i don't have a license for it i'm sticking with Ableton...

 

[Crimson Sunset]

I use Adobe Audition to record.

I haven't tried many other programs, so I can't really compare.

But I like A.Audition because it's easy to use, you can record "in layers" (multiple tracks), it has quite a lot of effects you can use (amplification/faders/delay/reverb/phasers/etc...).


EDIT:

Hey ReB87, I see you live in the Netherlands. I live in Belgium. We're like "neighbours" (spelling?)

 

[Colin]

I'm using Pro Tools LE 7.1 that came bundled with my MBOX2.
Great program but if I was to do it all again, I may go for something like a Presonus Firebox that has 8 analogue inputs and comes bundled with more plug-ins as well as Cubase LE that has 48 tracks (as opposed to Pro Tools LE that has 32) for the same price (around $899 AUS)

I have heard Ableton Live 6 is a killer program though, I've got 5 lite and that's pretty cool for getting some good synth sounds happening and syncing up your loops.
I also downloaded a demo version of Tracktion 2 but despite all the hype, I just couldn't get into it...

Bill

Bill, when you get up here I will give you PT 7.3... (good luck this Wednesday night)

 

[glockaxis]

I have a Yamaha Aw16G stand alone recorder. I have not gone the computer route yet as I only have one computer and it isn't exactly anything spectacular as far as speed, processor power, memory, soundcard etc....

 

[OrangeChannel]

Logic Pro 7.2 because it smokes PT's ass and because I can use it with a variety of audio interfaces. Secret: go on the bay and get the academic version...it's like 1/3 of the price. AND you can use any interface. The other thing is that with PT's you need to go buy an assload of plugins and virtual instruments...and with Logic you've got a ton of stuff that is totally awesome. Soft Synths and AU plugs galore....but dont just take my word for it...Read Orren's book...BONG.

 

[Colin]

Logic Pro 7.2 because it smokes PT's ass

So why does every major studio have PT in some form or another?

 

[OrangeChannel]

So why does every major studio have PT in some form or another?

BEcause Avid tossed it in the hands of a lot of companies. I should preface the Logic bit by saying you're gonna need a mac for that one...however....many studio's have it because alot of people used it before...and they also paid a shtload of $ for a ton of other plugins and softsynths to boot. Aplle bought emagic out (they authored Logic for years) and essentially setup what I feel is a superior product. It's a little less on the easy side to grasp initially but once you're down with it, I couldn't see going back...and yessirreebob I've used both. As an aside a ton of records are being made on Logic these days...another good one is MoTU's Digital Performer...

 

[Colin]

BEcause Avid tossed it in the hands of a lot of companies.

sounds like a conspiracy theory to me and that's coming from a former Notator/Creator user (that's what Logic was originally called)

Will Mike Munroe be turning up with a book under his arm and a camera crew in tow?

you're starting to show your age Bill, btw he's been off the air for some time now

 

[Mick]

Cubase since I´m just recording demos on this thing.
Pro tools would be the real thing to go.
My 2ct

 

[Junior]

Steinberg Nuendo. Why? Well, my friend let me try out his, I loved it. The rest is history. I also use Guitar Rig 2 and Battery 2, aswell as some other plugins.

 

[acwild]

No one else uses Sonar 6?

 

[Warg Master]

I use Adobe Audition as well, started on it, liked it. It's got all the features I want plus the upgradability if I should ever choose to change interfaces. WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

 

[glockaxis]

Hey GlockAxis - I have a Yamaha AW16G too and I *was* using it as my transport control/interface for Pro Tools but it took a dump on me last month... Going to cost me $250 to get fixed - Argh!
They are a good unit though and were pretty good back in the day but that screen is just so tiny and there's a *lot* more you can do with a software based application.

Bill

Bill, that is interesting. The thing has not crashed on me yet, and it is limited as far as memory and linking up w/ other applications, but overall it's portable and relatively easy to lay down ideas (after the steep initial learning curve).

As a definate newb to the world of computer-based recording, what would be the least expensive route to go? I'd need a computer, recording software, soundcard (should come w/ all sorts of inputs) and possibly plugins for instruments like guitar, drums etc.... What kind of money will this entail? The more I think of switching over the more my pockets feel lighter

 

[Ricman]

No one else uses Sonar 6?

I use Sonar 5 and Toontrack's Ezdrummer. Great software but somehow I still sound like a 5 year old....

 

[roburado]

How is Logic Express?

 

[Colin]

No one else uses Sonar 6?

I use it live and for all my midi stuff it's great

I use Adobe Audition as well

fantastic program I use it alot

 

[Boy Oldigs]

here also ... cubase sx3 ... its easy and produce good results and its from Germany