Seeking Music Production software recommendations!

[Jim_Windhorse]

Hi!

I've been recording on ProTools for 16 years. It works great for me. And for many years I used FL studio to make beats and sequence music--often which I then loaded into ProTools for overdubs, mixing, etc.

I am seeking some new music production software for MAC to make beats, sequence songs, manipulate sounds, etc.

I've often thought that Ableton Live would be that software--but I wanted to take some opinions before making the plunge. I'm not SUPER tech savvy, so I want something that is artist friendly and doesn't require a computer degree.

Artists that I'm really enjoying currently --> Bon Iver, James Blake, Frank Ocean, Kanye West, Panda Bear/Animal Collective, etc. Anyone know what types of software those artists/producers use?

I appreciate your recommendations and suggestions very much! Thank you...

 

[I'mNoGuru]

Take a look at Presonus Studio One Pro V3.
It's getting good write ups from many users.
I use V2 when I can be arsed to come out of Maschine... It's cake to use.

 

[Jim_Windhorse]

Hey--thanks for the suggestion!

I'm currently leaning towards Ableton Live but also considering Presonus Studio One and Reason.

Thanks!