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Which recording software should I learn?

#22
I've done a lot with Opensource software, and that's they way it usually is. If you ask a question on the website you usually get flamed. Most of the people who understand a software package won't help you unless you can read the source code and figure it out on your own, and by then you don't need their help anyway.
 
#23
As long as we're asking...

Ableton came with a Fender amp I bought and then I wasn't sure what it was even after I installed everything. (Developing software systems I understand but I'd been out of music since before www days...) So I expect that's still right where I installed it...

In the meanwhile, I heard about FL (née FruityLoops) in a thread on drum machines so I downloaded the demo, got to where I could recognize stuff, bought the Fruity Edition license, expect to install that this weekend. Got a MIDI pad for drum patterns and there's an old (pre-velocity) keyboard in a box somewhere.

I have no real need for vocals although I've heard some just use Audacity (got that) for vocals and import a WAV into FL.

Roundabout way of asking - how's FL Studio for manipulating basic backing tracks and final processing ? Should I be spending more time with Audacity or Ableton instead ?
 
#25
I use Cubase. It`s fairly intuitive, plays well with all my other programs, plugins & virtual instruments, has some decent presets, an incorporated drum machine / editor. I have limited experience with DAW stuff, but that`s partly because Cubase has always done whatever I wanted to accomplish.
 
#29
bass whaler said:
Go full mechanical Analog, learn it and you will enjoy the rewards Bass Whaler
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You mean something like this? I don't see an "Undo" button!!!
 
#31
I ultimately decided to go with Reaper because my brother is learning it at the same time, and since he's my little brother (53), I can intimidate him into fixing things when I break them! Sometimes it's good to be the big brother!

I am changing the Recording interface though. I just ordered a Boss BR-800. I travel for a living, and I've been having trouble adding software to my work laptop. With this, I can record in my hotel room, or at music fest's and edit the files when I get home.

I guess I need to update my inventory for the "Crappy Bassist with Expensive Gear Club..." Again!
 
#33
The ongoing cost of a DAW is an important factor....so take a hard look at the cost of upgrades before you fully commit to a suite of products... in my case, i have been happy with Sonar for a number of years, and upgrades are ~$99 every one or two years, making it one of the cheapest to own, despite its comprehensive capabilities...
All DAW have some learning curve, and Reaper is a solid enough product so since you already bought it, forget this thread, get Reaper going and make music! :)
 
#34
I like Reaper, and I'm learning all kinds of things. I'm new to the entire recording subject. The only recording stuff I've used was that cassette recorder, and today's digital counterpart, neither one has worked out well for me.

This week I discovered that I can record tracks with different guitars and basses, and play the combinations I want from the same project! For me that was a real "wow!" moment discovering that I don't need separate projects to try out acoustic or electric. Everyone I've told so far has given me a dumb look and just says "Duh! That's what it's for!"

I have lots to learn!
 
#36
Landy67 said:
I like Reaper, and I'm learning all kinds of things. I'm new to the entire recording subject. The only recording stuff I've used was that cassette recorder, and today's digital counterpart, neither one has worked out well for me.

This week I discovered that I can record tracks with different guitars and basses, and play the combinations I want from the same project! For me that was a real "wow!" moment discovering that I don't need separate projects to try out acoustic or electric. Everyone I've told so far has given me a dumb look and just says "Duh! That's what it's for!"

I have lots to learn!
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You may be new but you are ahead of me! What I'm hearing from you is that there is hope! :)
 
#37
This is a whole new world for me. It's so far from anything I've done before that it's really crazy with options. Just recording a practice session so so unbelievably helpful. I recorded a lesson yesterday, and I never noticed that my volume changes when I'm playing near the headstock, and gets quiet when I get closer to the bridge. The recordings don't lie, it's really helping me improve my playing!
 
#38
I use Ableton 8. About to upgrade to 9. Does the lite version have the 'session' side to it? Not only does Ableton work as a great DAW in the 'arrange' mode, but there's the whole 'session' side to the program that is just nuts. Especially when you integrate the iPad controller or if you really want to go all out the APC controller pad. I'm not sure how limited that 'lite' version is, but I'd check it out.
 

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