what is the best program to start producing?

skeem_ · Post by **skeem_** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:22 pm

???

thanks in advance

DZA · Post by **DZA** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:25 pm

reason 4
fruity loops

skeem_ · Post by **skeem_** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:27 pm

The_Dza88 wrote:reason 4
fruity loops

but are they relatively easy?

because everytime i try to start i cant understand anything...

awful · Post by **awful** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:27 pm

FSTZ1 · Post by **FSTZ1** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:28 pm

yeah man

reason is easy if you understand computers

can't really speak on FL Studio, cuz I never used it

botched · Post by **botched** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:30 pm

Reason is easy, everything you need really apart from a Midi Keyboard and sound card.

Its best to start off basic, dont jump in with cubase of logic as they boggle the mind at first.

Spend some time reading info about music production on the net and Hell read the production forum bible on here.

Hope this helps.

Oh BTW acid is real easy to use too ;0)

Good luck

arcticsunrise · Post by **arcticsunrise** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:31 pm

If you havent touched any software and are thinking about performing stuff live in the future then id say just start with Ableton. its much easier to begin jamming about with loops etc, free vsti are allover the net and if you want atrditional layou then you can TAB to it.

I know its not cheap but give the demo a go.

Its def more fun and easier to learn than a full rig of cubase/sonar/pro tools/logic - althoguh those babies sound better when producing full tracks down. However just beginning, these can be daunting

martello · Post by **martello** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:40 pm

I think it is better to choose one, whatever it is, so called easy or not, and then just stick with it.
I switched from FL to Cubase and it was not easy. But happy I did.

deadly_habit · Post by **deadly_habit** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:40 pm

personally i'd dive right into the deep end nowadays with how much information and tutorials are available on the net
back when i first started producing everything was mainly trial and error or reading in the library
rather than say purchase flstudio or reason then when you want to upgrade to say logic, pro tools or cubase having to shell out more cash why not buy what sequencer tracker you want to be proficient in so all you need to pay for is future upgrades

skeem_ · Post by **skeem_** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:40 pm

OK, thanks to all that answeared.

I think I will go with Reason first and then if I have any problem I will ask here.

BTW, just for curiosity, does anyone knows wich program does the big names use?

I know Skream started producing with a PlayStation, lol.

deadly_habit · Post by **deadly_habit** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:42 pm

skeem_ wrote:OK, thanks to all that answeared.

I think I will go with Reason first and then if I have any problem I will ask here.

BTW, just for curiosity, does anyone knows wich program does the big names use?

I know Skream started producing with a PlayStation, lol.

i can name a "big" name producer who uses each and every sequencer and tracker avail atm

DZA · Post by **DZA** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:45 pm

skeem_ wrote:
The_Dza88 wrote:reason 4
fruity loops
but are they relatively easy?

because everytime i try to start i cant understand anything...

both are easy, you aint gonna understand anything at the start, takes time to learn but if you stick at one ul get ya head round it, ive been using for about 2 years and learning new stuff all the time

scooterjack · Post by **scooterjack** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:46 pm

anything with a MANUAL

legend4ry · Post by **legend4ry** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:50 pm

ScooterJack wrote:anything with a MANUAL

Facts.

Try them all and think what one suits your production style best.

r · Post by r » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:52 pm

the Dubstep Always Win sequencer... shorten : DAW

it has 1 wobble bass synth, a lead synth, drumcomputer with programmed grooves you can pick of and a mix/mastering button. Thats the only thing u need

contakt321 · Post by **contakt321** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:53 pm

I say try the demos of a few and see which one looks/sounds/feels most inspiring, then commit to it and figure it out inside and out.

All of the major softwares are great and have different strengths/weaknesses but they will all get the job done.

Me personally, I started on hardware and moved to Ableton like a year and change ago. No desire to try anything else. I also keep discovering new things in Ableton every time I use it, it's very deep.

But that's just me.

ketamine · Post by **ketamine** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:55 pm

FL Studio.

I use Logic now, but FL will definitely feed, bathe and raise you.

futures_untold · Post by **futures_untold** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:59 pm

If you're starting from absolute scratch, I'd really consider Ejay, Garageband or Magix Music Maker. Simply click on things until you hear things you like!!!

Next up for quick accessability is FL Studio/Ableton/Reason. You will still need to read a few tutorials or the manual to get your head around the interface. After that, ideas will flow easily.

Finally you get the heavy weights: Logic/Pro Tools/Cubase/Sonar/Digital Performer/Renoise etc. Unless you read the manual and tutorials attentively, these can cause nightmares!

Good luck with your music

rendr · Post by **rendr** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 11:09 pm

Logic Pro 8!

abZ · Post by **abZ** » Wed Mar 04, 2009 11:28 pm

Deadly Habit wrote:personally i'd dive right into the deep end nowadays with how much information and tutorials are available on the net
back when i first started producing everything was mainly trial and error or reading in the library
rather than say purchase flstudio or reason then when you want to upgrade to say logic, pro tools or cubase having to shell out more cash why not buy what sequencer tracker you want to be proficient in so all you need to pay for is future upgrades

Good advice. Was going to say the same. The problem with Reason and Fruity IMO is you will get stuck with them. It seems like it is a tough move from either of those programs to another for some reason. TBH I don't think Ableton is any harder to learn than either of those. That is what I would suggest. Maybe Reaper.

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