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ACID Pro features
Common features of Audio Editing software
Michelle M.
Music, self-employed
Used weekly for 2+ years
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I started using Acid Music back in the 90s as a looper, when it was produced by Sonic Foundry, and was astonished to discover that it was a full-blown multi-track recording interface. Once I learned enough about the technicalities of recording, Acid enabled me to put my newfound knowledge of recording, gain-staging, and mixing into practice.
This is hands-down the easiest DAW to use that - easy to understand menus and drop-downs, as well as obvious toolbars. Almost all features are easily accessed and intuitive to use. it's not overly cluttered with specialized functions that the average musician will never use.
I feel like trying to use virtual instruments with this interface is a little more challenging than it is with certain other DAWs that I own.
Ahmed E.
Music, self-employed
Used daily for 2+ years
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basically and in principle, Acid Pro does a good job - especially in the area of its core competence, the uncomplicated assembly of loops, the DAW, which has really made itself in the course of the last versions, is convincing. Acid Pro also pleasantly surprised me with the sounds and instruments here and there with material that is above what is usually supplied with DAWs
easy to use Face is somewhat considered simple Suitable for all businesses whether professionals or beginners Instructions in the original It contains all kinds of tools audio noise removal get the highest pure sound and noise-free transient detection in the midi chopper remix tool to play elements, Effects and Acid Rings powerful and versatile recording intuitive drag drop for loops automatic adjustment of pitch and tempo good instruments and sounds in places many loops included good workflow for loop-based work
not yet completely bug-free - still freezes every now and then many loops included - but also a lot of patchwork with demo character no own loop browser
Evan D.
Music, self-employed
Used weekly for 2+ years
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The familiarity of the workflow is the best. Chopping audio files and mixing them down is probably the best way to use this. Third party VSTs are limited to 10. Recording can lag if your input isn't strong, overall it's a 3/5.
Very basic. Can't really manipulate audio like Ableton or FL Studio.
Paul T.
E-Learning, self-employed
Used weekly for 6-12 months
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One of the things I appreciate most about it is its ease of use. It's a great tool for quickly and easily putting together complex tracks, especially for creating loop-based music. Acid Pro also supports a wide range of file formats, making it easy to import and export audio files.
The UI is slightly outdated, and there are a few crashes now and then, but nothing to consider a deal breaker. On the upside, the developers are actively updating the software, so I am sure these issues will be ironed out over time.