I know Live is used for EDM, Dubstep, etc. But is it a decent DAW for general purpose record/mix? Is there something better in the price range?
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Ableton is one of the cheapest daw's you can buy while still getting good quality. The intro pack is a great place to start
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I wouldn't use it for general purpose. LIVE is quite specifically intended for LIVE usage. For more standard recording, check out Samplitude Pro X2 (awesome, full featured, with recent price reduction); Sonar X4; or Studio One V3. All in the price range. Far better for standard audio recording, editing, mixing. (And Samplitude mastering and CD burning as well.)
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What DAW or dj software does he use? That midi controller is pretty much overall. It really depends the use.
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I feel you! The Tascam will be better if you plan to do all mixing on the one unit. In my case the R24 was better because its more compact lighter and ultimately I finish my mixes in pro tools. R24 gives me enough to mix on the move but for stationary recordings Tascam may be the better option with the nice screen. Good Luck! Either way you shouldn't be disappointed.
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The best what? The best physical interface to use if you're making beats? That's kind of relative. I totally recommend hitting guitar center or Sam Ashe and playing around with what they have to see what feels right for you. Hell, you don't NEED one of these to make beats. I know Skrillex has said in interviews that he's comfortable with his mouse and plotting his drums that way. I don't know if he still does but there's that. Ultimately findingthe method that feels right for you and practicing unti you've got a feel for workflow.
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All would be a great purchase; however, make sure that the software that you are using supports the external device that you purchase. Pro-Tools work well maybe better with a ProTools approved devices. I use Apple Logic which works well with Focusrite and Komplete Audio 6.
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The software CD that comes with the new MPD26 contains a free, limited version of Ableton Live. You can use that software to manage sampling and triggering your own samples, I have. I do find the free version pretty limiting, and if you want to do serious sampling you'll want to upgrade to a paid version of Ableton or use some other software.
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As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for recording practices and shows. If you are trying to make a good HQ demo, get a tascam or something similar. As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for... » Read More As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for recording practices and shows. If you are trying to make a good HQ demo, get a tascam or something similar. « Show Less
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We have sold both units you're asking about for years and they are both wonderful! Both have good pre-amps and are built well. And both work well with all of the current DAWs. Don't stress, either will serve you well!
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The mic does not come with any software, however, the DAW I recommend would be MIXCRAFT 6 recording and editing platform. It is inexpensive and easy to learn.
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I have not used previous versions of this software; however, IMO, Native Instruments provides some top of the line synths for producing electronic music. I am currently producing Hardstyle, and Komplete 9 provides Absynth, FM8, Battery (one of the best samplers I have used so far, because you have the option of loading several samples into the instrument to create quick and easy sequences that you can assign MIDI notes to in your DAW), and Massive etc etc. Well worth the money; however, do try and purchase the Ultimate Komplete 9 (I regret not doing this in the first place).
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What are you using this for? Mixers are for live performance, not the best way to record. The Alpha is a good VALUE but not the best, You buy this because it is 1/2 the price of the Persons or Focusrite interface
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What kind of mixer? Like a mixing board? Or an SSL Controller? It's mostly for MIDI controlling for use with DAW's (Ableton, Protools, Logic, Cubase, etc.)
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Yes, it can be used live. I'm not sure how compatible it is with other live mics
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Sounds like your new to the world of DAW...Digital Audio Workstation...This 1 is pretty good for the price, and Sony gives you a choice between some nice sounds in different musical genres for free downloading. But then you can buy them from Sony too. Remember that its meant for a musician in mind. You just don't hit a couple of buttons and out pops a song.... Good luck and I hope I got your question answered.
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I'm sure this unit will work with every DAW. I've personally used it with Ableton and Logic 9, and it works great. It's pretty easy to set up as well.
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You have to use a full version of Virtual DJ, the lite version doesn't have that option. The lite version has an option to use the Pro version on a 20 day trial. You can record on the Pro version. I've had mine for a few months no and love it. My software didn't work on windows EP but works perfectly on Vista and Windows 7. You will need and external sound card to use headphones for mixing/cueing. Amazon has a nice selection on external sound cards. I bought mine for about $7, but they do offer some for less. Hope this helps.
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We used it for a live setup. This go a the end of the preamp chain. This way we process the final mix of the instruments. There are people who use it only for bass instruments as an instrument effect with good results.