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10-31-2006, 06:18 PM | #1 |
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Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Fishing for sticky ftw!
So, you've opened this thread, therefore it's safe to assume you're interested in creating music on your computer. But there's always one question that pops up. What software is available for me to use? That's what this thread is for. Here I'll list some common software used to create music. --------- PC Free Software - Buzzmachines rofl - MuseScore - CSound Software that costs some cash - FL Studio (Demo available, limitation is no saving project files) - Reaper - ReNoise - Reason (Demo available, limitation is 20 minutes of use) - Cubase (No demo as far as I know) - Sony ACID (Demo available) - energyXT (Demo available) - Ableton Live (Demo available) - Cakewalk's SONAR - Pro Tools 9 (use any interface!) Mac Software that costs some cash - Garageband - Reason - Ableton Live (Demo available) - Pro Tools 9 (use any interface!) - Logic Pro Helpful Pages http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DAW http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_sequencer Advanced Things: Best VSTIs! Check out this thread! Curious? Read: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_Studio_Technology ---------- If you have any suggestions for other programs that could be added to the list, please feel free to post.
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10-31-2006, 07:18 PM | #3 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Ah, how could I forget ACID?
List updated.
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10-31-2006, 11:25 PM | #4 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Sticky for the love of OH! my goddess.
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11-1-2006, 04:11 AM | #5 |
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11-1-2006, 03:11 PM | #6 |
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_sequencer
There is also a massive slew of trackers out there, the Chip Tune scene uses them I believe. |
11-3-2006, 07:47 PM | #7 |
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Alright, list updated with Pro Tools.
I think I'll PM Squeek and ask him to sticky this.
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12-26-2006, 01:04 AM | #10 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Cakewalk makes several different music programs and they all have demos.
Cakewalk Project5 is a great FL alternative, SONAR is a pretty bitchin megaDAW, Kinetic is a pretty fun, cheap way to get into music production. |
01-8-2007, 01:09 AM | #11 |
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Mac does not suck for you..I resent that being a proud user of Garageband, Logic Express, and Digital Performer.
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01-11-2007, 10:38 PM | #12 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
also for Mac and PC: Tracktion 2.
I used it a while ago, there's a demo on the site. Also used Reason and FLStudio 5 and 6, and I prefer FL's interface. And don't worry if you use a mac, download boot camp and Windows, and then you can run all the "PC-only" ones.
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02-6-2007, 02:17 PM | #15 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Reason is supposed to be one of the best, but from what I heard it REQUIRES a MIDI controller to work it, if that's not true, is there anyone who could explain how to use it 100% with the computer? Also, I've tried Fruityloops as well, is there a way to make full length songs with that other than just 3-10 second loops. Any help with these programs would be great
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02-6-2007, 03:14 PM | #16 |
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You have a long way to go if you can't figure out how to make a full length song with Fruity Loops. Even if you just use one pattern you can technically achieve this. I suggest taking a look at the help file that comes bundled with it, it should show you the basics.
EDIT: I just noticed that Audacity isn't listed. Seriously, what the ****? One of the best free audio editing programs on the Internet. Last edited by sleeplessdragn; 02-6-2007 at 03:23 PM.. |
02-6-2007, 07:07 PM | #17 |
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Re: Common Music-creating Software (read if interested)
Two Qs about these...
1) outta the free ones, which one is better? 2) other then a computer, what else do I need? Thanks |
01-31-2012, 04:01 PM | #18 |
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Haha here are examples of the free ones.
MuseScore: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJWiv6zn0Ig Csound: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxyBTr0eamQ BuzzMachines: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcqH9591gDM You can go out and buy something like a USB piano keyboard and/or controller and it is so much easier, it is almost essential. If you have the cash i HIGHLY recommend it. I use the Akai MPK25, it's relatively cheap compared to what other equipment is worth and it's really everything i need. Equalizer, recorder, MPC, and 25 keys. That being said you can go out and buy a simple USB piano keyboard for anywhere from 60 to 120 dollars if you're looking for something cheaper. Here is what i use. http://shopping.yahoo.com/848186598-...trio-software/ Edit: If you have the money, or will have the money someday, i'd buy Ableton Live. It's the best music writing program i've seen to date. Everything you'll ever need to make music is included. Last edited by Mau5; 01-31-2012 at 05:17 PM.. |
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This is an awesome post because i have been getting back into singing and recording now that im getting my voice back Ty. i have a samsung c01u and a few midi controllers a usb keyboard and some other things however i just do not like the complexity of fl studio 10 and i dont have the time to become a recording engineer lol with working and all. and i do not wish to buy mixcraft even though i like the program its pretty simple so im going to try all these out. Thanks !!
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03-6-2007, 04:55 PM | #20 |
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Does anyone know how to take the music from Finale Notepad?
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