Apple Logic Pro /LogicExpress Discussion

--- In Logic_Cafe@yahoogroups.com, Eddie Sullivan <esullivan@...> 
wrote:
>I think the lowered price is to compete with the other software 
daws. As many of us know Logic Pro comes with a lot of things that 
the other software daws didn't have but the price of Logic Pro was 
so much more than the other software daws that it made it hard to 
market the software even though it includes a lot in it. As for the 
changes I think they made that to accomodate the newbies that are 
venturing out into music production with Logic and to challenge some 
of the other major softwares that have a more simple vibe to them 
like Ableton Live. Sometimes when a newbie is starting out we don't 
know where to start. At first Logic was a little intimidating 
because it has so many features that you don't know how to use that 
you can feel overwhelmed. I think Apple listened to the users and 
made changes that they feel will increase the chances of people 
using their software for productions. I am curious, cautious, and 
excited about the new Logic Pro 8. I'm leaning towards upgrading. 

Just my take on things,

Stephen
> 
> On Sep 13, 2007, at 1:02 AM, GAmoore@... wrote:
> 
> > What exactly does Mainstage do? Is that just the unified 
arrange  
> > window?
> 
> No it's a totally seperate application from Logic designed for 
live  
> performance hosting of AU's and effects. In other words if you 
want  
> to play guitar in a Band and use Guitar Amp Pro and some other  
> effects, you do not need to have a Logic Session open.
> 
> 
> >
> >
> > I am a bit dissapointed - especially after waiting several 
years  
> > for an major
> > improvement - only to get a very minimal upgrade, and be asked 
to  
> > pay 40% of
> > the full price - after spending $1500 or more over the years on  
> > upgrades.
> > Couldn't they throw in a new instrument, an improved busing 
scheme,  
> > etc?
> 
> They have thrown in quite a bit. I would review more carefully 
the  
> information on the Apple site, there are numerous performance  
> enhancements and content additions. Whether those are worth the  
> nominal upgrade price *to you* is subjective, but I know plenty 
who  
> have already ordered their upgrades and full versions.
> 
> 
> Eddie
> IMS ProA/V
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