looking for recording studio software

[tony4704]

Im in the process of buying a mixer, mic and amplifier...Now im just looking for some software that I can use on my computer that will let me do everything possible as far as editting, enhancing and recording stuff. Anyone know of any good software? Thanks.

 

[darincm]

Assuming you are using live instruments in combination with VSTi's and/or MIDI, Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, Samplitude are great options. Pro Tools is another but you need to get their hardware to run it which costs a ton of cash. If you are looking for a free option try Reaper; http://reaper.fm/ it is shaping up to be a great DAW at no cost. It even got a great review in the latest Sound on Sound

 

[Modelworks]

pro tools with a m-audio card
check out http://www.americanmusical.com
They have a wide selection and will even break up the more expensive software into same as cash payments.

I did that setup with a church and it was great.
We tried sound forge first but quickly found out pro tools was easier and had better results.


We used a Maudio 1010LT card with pro tools.
Together the cost is about 449.00
Not cheap but it gives studio quality results.

 

[darincm]

If you are doing any kind of midi editing though, Pro Tools is not the choice. It is amazing for audio only, but midi is somewhat lacking.

Modelworks: what do you use for midi editing?

 

[tony4704]

thanks guys...actually I am new to all of this im trying to get started with it. I figured I would buy a mic, amp and mixer first, then look for some software. I think I will eventually add some instruments and play around with that, but my first priority is to be able to edit/mix/filter voice. I downloaded that reaper program and am currently reading on how to use it. Thanks again for all the suggestions.

 

[darincm]

have fun....its a great world you opened up !

 

[ITJunkie]

Originally posted by: Modelworks
pro tools with a m-audio card
check out http://www.americanmusical.com
They have a wide selection and will even break up the more expensive software into same as cash payments.

I did that setup with a church and it was great.
We tried sound forge first but quickly found out pro tools was easier and had better results.


We used a Maudio 1010LT card with pro tools.
Together the cost is about 449.00
Not cheap but it gives studio quality results.

I will second this. I have this setup at home and it works great.