Logic Express?

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Hi!
After this summer I'm probably going to buy a Macbook (2 ghz, 1 gb ram).
I new to recording, but I really want good results (or at least that I have the possibility to get good results, when I get better at mixing, mic placements etc.).
I need to get a recording software, because I really don't want to steal some off the internet. I want the real deal.
I was thinking about Logic Express. Do any of you have any experiences with this program?
I'm going to record my jazz trio, maybe some live band applications.. And I want to use some softsynths and stuff.
Will this program work well with the Macbook? Will I be able to mix and use a couple of plugins?

I'm open for everything! It's just that Logic Pro and that kind of stuff is just way too expensive for me, and Logic Express seemed to be a pretty nice bang for the buck.
But if it's not, please tell me!

Thank you guys for the help in advance! :)
Zorlee...
 
Perhaps it's because I'm so used to Protools, but I found the learning curve with Logic Express really steep. I'd bet it's a fine program once you get to know it though.
Good luck,
 
qbert1 said:
Perhaps it's because I'm so used to Protools, but I found the learning curve with Logic Express really steep.

Everything Logic has a steeeeeep learning curve. :)
 
You might also consider Digital Performer. It has an easy learning curve, but it's a very powerful program. MOTU claims they'll have an Intel-native version by the end of Q2 (probably next month sometime).

Oh, and if you own just about any other audio/MIDI program, look into the competitive upgrade. I "upgraded" from Master Tracks Pro, if memory serves. Master Tracks Pro hasn't been usable on the Mac since Mac OS 8. :D
 
The new MacBooks come with iLife '06 - which has the latest GarageBand bundled with it. It's actually pretty good for a bundled piece of software. It's built on the Logic engine and if you like it - you can get Logic Express and seamlessly import your GarageBand projects into it.

I've been using Logic Express for about 4 months now (on a 500mhz G4), and I've never worked with a more solid, stable, efficient piece of software, ever. I've been using Sonar, and Cakewalk (on a PC) before that for a long time... I'll NEVER go back to recording on a PC - the headaches or drivers, DMAs, IRQs, and all that crap doesn't seem to rear it's head at all on my Mac - ever. I used to spend half of my time getting Windows, or the software to work properly, not anymore. PLUS - the bundled plugins in Logic are awesome!

Sorry... I didn't mean to get on a rant. :D
 
Thank you guys so much for your help! :)
Keep it comming, hehe!

Well, I have heard nothing but great things about Mac and music production!
I can't wait to start recording :)
 
I use Logic Pro 7.2 which is a very cool bit of kit. The learning curve is steep but once you get used to it, it is no real problem.

CSI do a series of "Cool School" tutorials (probably find them at Musiciansfriend). They are a bit dated (for Logic 6 I think) however if you are starting from scratch they will help. I have the noob one and it helped me get started.

IMHO garage band is OK but Logic just kicks the crap out of it.
 
here's a link to Apple's comparison chart. It's really helpful:
http://www.apple.com/logicexpress/comparison.html

Pro has more plugins... does anyone know if you can get the Pro plugins for Express? I haven't really looked into it... but 7.2 Pro has an autotune plugin, and a guitar amp plugin that are supposed to be pretty good.
 
yep they are nice however if you already have a pod and autotune they are more or less redundant.

Can you wangle an educational discount ?

If so Logic Pro becomes 500 bucks.
 
Would you believe me if I told you, I've been using this Logic Express 7 since 2007 maybe 2006. I have the original emagic logic control with it
and it's superb. My powermac g4 ha 2gig ram and a 450mhz dual processor.
I don't use no audio interface no more either(pci audophile 2496), I connect my Phonic mr 3243 mixer right into the line in and it's awesome!
 
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