Kain´s seventh son wrote:Tell me some quality programs that can be used on home computers to record, mix and master demo-based songs
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thank you
I have some experience in past of programs like soundforge and T-Rax, but we are planning of making some new home-recordings, and thus need new programs
Following would be nice:
Drum machine (or similar)
Synth simulation program..
Basic recording/mixing software..
Basic mastering software..
(something else vital to record songs that I can't remember now...)
Thank you for co-operation
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Drum machines (hardware) are a little clunky, and can be a bit frustrating. I "play" drums via a keyboard controller triggering an e-Mu Procussion sound module, and then use Cakewalk for the sequencing itself.
However, I'd like to make a suggestion if you are new to drum programming/sequencing:
The Jammer by Soundtrack
http://www.soundtrek.com/content/module ... age&pid=23
This is a type of MIDI sequencer that I've used before, but it is an interactive sequencer- I've used it primarily for drums, and you can have all of the drum parts done on a song very quickly with it.
It can do other things, such as bass, etc. and can even combine styles. I use it to get a song started quickly, rather than having to focus on programming a machine, and then getting disinterested in the song due to the machine. The Jammer is great for drums, and it is easy to put it intros, verse, fills, etc. with not too much effort. It is a useful tool that I use occasionally. You can probably download a demo of this for free.
You can export your *.mid files from the Jammer to another sequencer, such as Cubase or Cakewalk.
Often, I'll use MIDI just for scratch tracks and end up replacing MIDI bass and drums with real instruments- other times, I won't. Depends on the situation.
Cakewalk's newest stuff will do both MIDI as well as audio, and should suit your needs. One word of advice on the drums; use a sampler or a dedicated drum module as drum sounds on regular synths can be a bit cheesy, IMHO.
For virutal synths, Edirol- a division of Roland makes some great products, but for now, I typically stick with my Korg keyboards, and E-MU and Roland sound modules. Guess I'm a traditionalist.
Also, what device to you plan to master to? A DAT drive? CD?