The reasons why are too complex to get into here, but the short version is this – Apple’s new chips are fast, there is sophisticated memory tech at work, and the new Rosetta 2 compatibility layer that operates invisibly as part of macOS is essentially able to translate your old Intel code to native instructions for the CPU without the developer’s involvement. The first thing to point out here is that non-native code, built for Intel, often runs really fast even on the M1. Now onto the detailed explanation: Apple Silicon: a refresherĪpple Silicon covers all the ARM-based architectures currently available from Apple, which for the Mac right now is – one chip, the M1, though expect that soon to include other Mac chips, too. Matches or exceeds your existing Intel Mac vs. Max for Live: works, but Devices with externals built for Intel will display an error message – run Live in Rosetta 2. Intel VSTs: won’t work, hidden, but you can run Live in Rosetta 2 and run them there. ( Probably – other dependencies or incompatibilities still apply!) Intel AUs: work automatically, thanks to macOS’ built-in AUHostingCompatibilityService. Live 11.1: ships as Universal 2, both Intel and Apple Silicon support included. TL:DR / spoilers!įor those of you eager for the answer, who know what you’re doing already, Ableton Live 11.1 in Apple Silicon native mode compatibility details:
You should always do that with the beta, and you should probably do it with a version of Live you may need to open critical files.
Remember, you can install multiple versions of Ableton Live alongside one another.
But what about VST, AU, Max for Live, and other content – especially if it was built for Intel? Here’s what works, what doesn’t, and how to retain compatibility.
Just for different things.Ableton Live 11.1 beta means a native version of the host that can take full advantage of the hardware inside the latest Macs. Reaper is a good DAW, very good programming, starts you out with what you need, EQ, compressor, Reverb for the most part. If you already have plug ins you like, 99.999% sure, Reaper will bring them in 32/64 no problems.
Summary, DAW flow is important and Reaper gives you full access to the software for 30 days and then nag screen at opening after that, but you will need to load it up. I have a lot with the Ableton Suite, but I have pretty much moved away from Ableton plugs and went with Waves. Reaper is pretty stripped down and you will need to go get the plugins.
Now before you jump, if yo find a good deal on a DAW with a lot of good plugins, price those plugins and determine what you need. But for use recording and live work, nothing beats it.įor straight forward recording, solid programming, price I would always say Reaper. Thank you in advance!įirst I use Ableton, I like it, but unless you are going to play live, lot of money for extras you won't use. I want something with good support that will be around for years. Included plugins is a plus as well as ease of use. Cost is not really an issue unless it is stupid it's more features. I REALLY do miss the real time faders and mixer like PT.
If I stick with Ableton i need to upgrade for more tracks and I use windows 10, IK multimedia plugins, Axe I/O interface. I like to plug in and record yet have excellent mixing abilities. Not to say that this is not the best DAW for me. It seems like Ableton is really great for hip-hop type stuff and looping beats of which I do not do. Currently using Ableton Live Lite which has been working good with all of the plugins. Did not get its potential out of it I guess. I have used Protools MP9 in the past but was not real happy. Keys: I record audio From a Korg unit but also need to be able to record midi. I do need to be able to quantize and paste.etc. Drums: I use a Trapkat to trigger the SSD5 plugin and record midi. Other times I will use Amplitube and other plugins.
Guitars: Sometimes I will go through my actual guitar rig not a plugin and record. I record guitars, bass, drums I used Steven Slate Drums 5.5, some vocals. I need advice from someone that has experience with multiple brands. I know there are posts "which is the best".