Logic Pro X vs Ableton Live 10 (A Songwriter's Perspective)

[@Schmorgle]

Ableton 11 is out!! I'm aware that a lot of thigs I talked about being missing from 10 are in 11. I'll be doing an updated video for both 11 and a revisit of Logic X very soon!

[@linuxuser2142]

Yes, i was just like "WAIT A SECOND.. no audio stacks in ableton?" and then i realised it was version 10. 11 has amazing workflow similar to Logic (P.S. Hopefully that person above me gets banned as soon as possible)

[@AMPProf]

FL STUDIO!

[@AMPProf]

Truth for actual compostions..... Anvil Studio!

[@jaegerschtulmann]

@@AMPProf dude it performs like garbage, the coding of that software is ancient!

[@AMPProf]

@@jaegerschtulmann sure but you don't need something new to compose music in note form!

[@MrOuija-rr8kq]

For anyone wondering , they made the “Drum rack” better in Logic. It’s on par with Ableton now. The fact that you don’t have to pay for any updates is a huge plus.

[@Kevinschart]

you don't have to pay for updates but you have to pay for upgrades. just like every software that exists.

[@NeoDeXs]

@@Kevinschart FL has lifetime updates no?

[@Kevinschart]

@@NeoDeXs that's true. fair point.

[@gavinhammond5415]

Logics drum rack cannot make internal drum sends within the plugin itself like Ableton. So maybe they still have a little bit to go with that.

[@kingofdjembe]

​@@Kevinschart No you don't. The updates for Logic have been free since 2013. I think FL does that too.

[@sonjapeterson8064]

The humor you add to your videos genuinely helps me learn everything so much faster LOL. Thanks for all you do!!!! these are AMAZING!!!!!

[@Schmorgle]

Haha thanks so much!! Glad it was helpful!

[@misaanofficial]

You have the best sense of humor among all the youtubers in this field, and It's really enjoyable watching your videos.

[@andrewwunrow]

The quality of this video is excellent! Two things you didn't mention: 1) Ableton's warp modes. They are incredibly powerful, and in my opinion make up for not having flex tool. 2) Wavetable and Analog synths in Ableton only come with the Suite version, which is the most expensive version. Just something to note.

[@Schmorgle]

Andrew Wunrow thanks sooo much for pointing this out! I completely spaced on the Suite version and have overlooked the warp feature. Pinning this comment!

[@PhoenixM84]

@@Schmorgle can you make an update to this now that Ableton has comping and new updates in live 11 thanks for the grade videos

[@isaacbernardez6193]

I just love the ableton work flow, i often switch from strait producing to playing live, and having the different session and arrangement views is like having 2 daws in one, love it

[@ConstSyr]

Man, it's literally the best video on the topic and one of the best I've seen lately in terms of video production. Good quality, flow, jokes - amazing! Keep up the good work!

[@Schmorgle]

Ah thanks!! I really appreciate that feedback. Happy music making 🎶

[@luizaleitemusic]

"if Finneas prefers logic than I prefer logic too" that's why I prefer logic too lmao

[@ImReachingOut]

This video is such high tier and informative - deserves a tonne more views!

[@Schmorgle]

Ah dang! Really appreciate that, John.

[@saxav3715]

this guy is underrated

[@techdadnomad1869]

Yea, this was fantastic.

[@ryanallaymusic]

Very true

[@kiniyini]

Love the expressive editing! Great job!

[@Schmorgle]

Kaitlyn thanks, Kaitlyn!

[@wittkacy]

Great video, and super useful for people trying to decide between these two DAWS! I definitely needed this kind of video when I was starting out! There's a few important details that were missed on Logic's side, and thought it would be worth mentioning: for instance, zooming functionality (which I find more intuitive in Logic with shortcut keys and frustrating in Ableton); the fact that you can't split MIDI notes in Ableton (never understood why); the ability in Logic to have 3 different tools at once if you're using a mouse (left click, command-click, and right click) which makes editing, manipulating, and chopping clips a breeze; and even down to having a proper mixer in front of you like in Logic, where you can see everything, including proper meters with exact levels, and you can see all your sends/aux channels, etc. One final thing: you mentioned the drum rack in Logic not looking welcoming, but not sure why you are still using Ultrabeat, when you have the amazing new Drum Machine Designer which integrates the new Sampler/Quick Sampler, and I find is far better than Ableton's Drum Rack. Anyways, I see the benefits of both DAWS and jump between them like you, but since the 10.5 update, Logic has made a major leap in functionality and design that I think is important to mention. That being said, I know it would take too much time in a video to go into those kinds of minute details. And, of course, in the end, it all comes down to personal preference! Especially now that Ableton 11 will finally(!!) have comping like in Logic. Again, thank you for making this video!

[@Schmorgle]

Such great points!! And the more comments I read about things I missed in Logic, the more I'm certainly compelled to make another video: especially with Live 11 coming out. I've been dipping back into Logic recently as some of my older tunes are in there and I want to finish them. I've been trying to utilize the multitool function while in there and for whatever reason it just doesn't click with me (pun intended). There's something about Ableton's single mouse click that feels more intuitive than the multi-functional mouse click in Logic. I always find myself accidentally using a tool I didn't mean to use and switching back. Especially when cutting and fading. I think this is entirely preference as I can see on paper how Logic clearly wins here. As for sends and aux I absolutely hear this. It's way more clean in Logic. Once I got used to Ableton's flow, I find myself needing to check the meters in a "classic" way less imperative. Maybe I'm just...not a good mixer lol.But I've never felt the need to stare at the mixer longer than a few seconds while creating. I mostly do things by ear and at a glance. Perhaps a bad habit. Lastly, the new Drum Machine designer was horribly neglected purely due to the lack of experience. In fact, I don't even think I had it updated at the time of my recording. I've seen my buddy use it along with the smart drummer and it seems way more powerful. That'll be my first stop on the next video. Thanks SO much for your thoughtful comment!! Keep making music!

[@Robert-kx8mp]

I just switch to LPX about 6 weeks ago, after many years of working everyday in Live. There was a steep learning curve coming from Live, and it was necessary to be patient with myself, and take the time to google very routine stuff. But since Live was my first DAW, I didn’t realize all the features in lacks, and frankly I don’t need live performance features in my DAW. I couldn’t ramble on about it, but I don’t think I’ll be going back.

[@wittkacy]

@@Robert-kx8mp Glad you were able to find the DAW that works best for you! I totally hear you on these points and 100% agree. That being said, what works for you and me might not be what works for the next person. I know people who have also gone the other way (from Logic to Live) and swear that they'll never go back. C'est la vie! *shrugs* :)

[@theovergoat]

Ableton 11 will finally have comping! I'm so excited for that

[@ArshdeepSingh-ob7rj]

Yeah It's Awesome

[@DJSidhu24]

Bounce in place ?

[@ArshdeepSingh-ob7rj]

@@DJSidhu24 Yeah

[@oknoscyborg3664]

i liked your way in explanation and specially your editing in the video (it's fire), thank you for the video, you got a new subscriber

[@Schmorgle]

Thanks, pal!

[@criticalanalystcommentary]

That was really really great! Ableton was my first DAW and yeaaa, I'm staying put Ableton - Thanks man!

[@Schmorgle]

It's my home too!

[@samuelmonk2816]

Finally hit that point where my trails ran out and have to make a decision about which one I am going to buy lmao. Awesome vid!!

[@fredlup607]

2:40 Now there’s comping on Ableton Live 11! 🤠

[@Schmorgle]

So stoked!

[@unc1589]

That’s right good ob

[@maxkaye3221]

My zoomer brain was both thoroughly entertained and educated with this vid! Honestly, all the questions were straight up answered, and it was a fun ride) Keep it up with more edu content, please 🙏

[@Schmorgle]

Ah nice! Appreciate it, pal!

[@edisongarcia94]

Great video! Thanks for breaking down each DAW's key features. The manipulating audio section is hilarious! XD

[@-kProdigy]

You defiantly helped thx bro

[@matt_nyc_audioengineer]

Cool video man, thanks! Just wanted to chime in (I know I know). You forgot about the "Mixer" in Logic and how you don't have to go into another window to access it. Also, all your plug-ins are right there. Now I'm not 100% sure about this next part because I use Logic for work (professional audio engineer) so I could be wrong. However, I'm pretty sure that Logic has a drum machine designer that is pretty much exactly the same as what you showed in Abelton. If my memory serves me correctly it's a series of boxes that you can drag and drop (or maybe load ??) different sounds in. However, I could be wrong. Thanks for the video tho man I'm getting ready to learn another DAW for work and I wanted to learn a little about Abelton. I'm currently using Logic for all my mixing and Harrison Mixbus to master. It's a toss-up between Abelton and Studio One. Thanks again!

[@griffingibson4389]

That last bit it's all I wanted to hear.

[@WokeComments]

4:00 you can also hit ctrl+alt+u to show take lanes

[@JashJhaveri]

I find that logic is actually great for editing audio, especially if you use the marquee tool as secondary tool to chop multiple layers together and experiment with the smart and absolute settings. I find its great for stutter edits and also creative arrangement of samples and making variations

[@Schmorgle]

Yeah I’ve had a few people challenge me on this and that makes sense. I too use the marquee just not with as much ease as most. I also see how doing absolute settings may ease some of that clunkyness as well. At its core i truly cure it as a preference thing. Thanks for sharing!

[@JashJhaveri]

@@Schmorgle No problem man, also dope video! The cool thing about marquee tool is it actually functions like the scissor, if you click on the marquee selection after selecting. Its great for chopping samples and lifting specific parts of audio and midi regions

[@paulnilson9428]

Bro!! Awesome vid! Can't believe how little views this video has. You got yourself a new sub! Keep up the good work!

[@paulnilson9428]

P.S. Currently using Logic, I'm a bit of a beginner to all of it tbh though. Really liking Logic so will continue using it whilst I get my bearings on DAW's over the next year. Do you have any resources you would recommend for me to look into regarding producing music on Logic? Books/Courses/Videos etc. No sweat if not, but if you did that'd be awesome man! Take care!

[@Schmorgle]

Paul, thanks so much for the kind words and the sub! So glad to have you here! As for good resources, I don’t have any specifically since I mainly learned Logic by trial and error / KZbin videos. I did recently watch one that was helpful in terms of workflow! Otherwise I’d watch as much as you can online and then just keep working and writing music. That’s the best teacher. The basics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYK0f5KLe7ujmM0 Some workflow stuff: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raXOo4mXes99Zqc

[@darrickkeels6387]

Your content is nothing short of amazing. I couldn't help but think about the hours it must have taken to edit everything. Well done, entertaining and informative. It has truly challenged me to make better content. Subbed!

[@Schmorgle]

That means so much!! Thanks a ton. Good luck with your content!

[@codexous]

I remember you from about 7 months ago, nice change growth!

[@davidallyn1818]

Thank you for going through the trouble of showing me *WHY* they are good or bad at something.... this helps me much more awesomely!

[@Schmorgle]

Awesome! Glad it helped.

[@shinebabyshine.]

This is exactly what I was looking for and it just randomly popped up on my phone. 🙏🏽 excellent, detailed breakdown, esp as I begin my home recording journey 💗

[@neckcheese1356]

I've been using Reaper for a while now and love it. I do wish it had a comp feature similar to Logic Pro though. You can kind of do it in Reaper, however it's not as intuitive and I find it easier just to put my second take on a brand new track. It's cool that Logic comes with so many MIDI instruments. My DAW didn't come with much, so I just got a MIDI controller. Yikes! That Logic drum rack does not look very user friendly. Ableton's built in synth looks like it would be fun to mess around with. I think if I had to choose one of these, I would go with Ableton because of its great drum and MIDI tools. Maybe I'll pick it up in the future.

[@W0lfm0ther]

wow I watch so many production videos IDK WHY HAVEN''T COME ACROSS THIS CHANNEL TIL NOW. I'm glad this came up on my google search. Just subscribed! You and your channel are so rad!! Keep em coming :)

[@Schmorgle]

Ah dang! Thanks so much!!

[@the72u7h4]

With the M1 macs now, logic pro x all the way. It's so much performance now even compared to my stupid trashcan mac pro. It's insane.

[@aaron4757]

Why not ableton on a Mac with M1? And I’m guessing u use lots of plugins right?

[@the72u7h4]

@@aaron4757 I don't like ableton workflow.

[@mcernigz]

@@aaron4757 I’ve tried both Abelton and Logic on my Mac, and while I think Abelton is more customizable and comprehensive, I find that Logic is just so much easier to navigate and organize everything that my workflow is wayy much more efficient

[@jeromemartin6571]

The Star Wars theme made my day.... lolllll

[@marvinarevalo6967]

new to all of this and found this video exceptionally helpful! thank you so much!

[@darionwaller8110]

nail on the head im coming from garageband so this helps a lot

[@Schmorgle]

Ah awesome! Glad to hear it.

[@expertojordigg]

this was really well made and funny, you should have way more views

[@tylerama36]

You seriously rock. THANKS for this! (PS I literally LOLed at the Owen Wilson cameo)

[@ukandrew]

Evidently a lot of thought and time went into this video. Interesting, entertaining, and a well presented video. I know a few things are outdated now but the overall concept remains true today. Liked and subscribed.

[@stevetube34]

Great video! Thanks man. Love your post production editing on the videos too. Bravo.

[@lijit77]

Very informative and fun to watch. I’m leaning toward Ableton 🤔

[@Lmachine1]

I've been on the fence between the two... I've been using Logic but there's just something about it that feels so clunky and unappealing. I recently installed Live Lite and just the design of the interface alone puts me in the most creative headspace. All the instruments, loops & plugins being there on the left is so good for workflow. And I love that you can create scenes... as a songwriter I often get SO MANY ideas and being able to just record all of them so quickly gives me the ability to get the idea down and listen back for what works best. I want to get the full version of Live!

[@Schmorgle]

Lm, I pretty much had the EXACT same experience. For what it's worth, Ableton has been a dream for my songwriting. It's expensive and has a learning curve, but I haven't looked back since! Good luck on your journey : )

[@Lmachine1]

@@Schmorgle I just downloaded the 90 day full trial last night, I couldn’t wait anymore I gotta get to work! Your video really did make all the difference, so thanku! I’m sure I’ll end up upgrading from live light to at least standard after the 90 day trial is up. Not sure if I need suite vs standard so now I have time to figure that out before an official purchase :)

[@Schmorgle]

@@Lmachine1 heck yeah!! Have a blast and good luck with your work flow!

[@s.a.rogers3530]

Came from MasterTracks Pro and Cake Walk years ago. I have both Logic Pro (like a grown up version of both) and Ableton Live. Your fun and intuitive comparison was VERY helpful! I have been struggling with the learning curve of Ableton for MIDI but do love the instruments and tools. I related to your audio perspective and appreciated seeing the intuitive differences. Still clinging to Logic Pro but wanting to be comfortable with Ableton...Thanks for your POV

[@benjaminjacome]

I found this video very helpful and also entertaining! Justa wanted to do my part and leave a great comment. Love your energy and humour. I'm subbed. Keep doing it ! You quality is godly!

[@donaldswan1587]

I used Logic for years, and didn't even know about the first features you mentioned lol

[@HeiderSati]

Great Video, thank you for your time, Loved it!!

[@milesthewookie]

Gotta use Ableton lite until my dumb Apple ID with logic takes a month to verify and get it back... this helped a lot, thanks!

[@far03005]

Great video. Even without Abletons update I see it's advantages over logic. Your animations are hilarious. Thanks!

[@aartstrong]

Very informative and lots of fun to watch. You, sir, are an entertainer at heart.

[@digitalsketchguy7844]

Any of the top 5 DAWs are great for creating your tracks. But for serious mixing & mastering, it's ProTools Schorgle.

[@shashanksharma17]

I have worked on almost every DAW and ableton live is the best DAW for music production/arrangements/layering and audio engineering

[@APaclin]

Overall melodyne is not better than flex pitch. It has its advantages (more functions) and downfalls (way more buggy than logic, ara doesn't work, editing several tracks is messy). Most of logic's software instruments are useless - there are a better third party replacements 99% of the time. It's an advantage only if you are starting out. 12:50 what about the third party plugins? Really doubt that built in ones are better and can substitute all 3rd party plugins in the world. 14:00 press ctrl when dragging. FYI: Shift-click closes all windows in logic.

[@ShannonMarie_aguafiestasvlogs]

Very helpful video. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@Schmorgle]

Shannon Sullivan thanks for stopping by!

[@mitchmcturtle6890]

15:08 lmfao I immediately imagined grohl screaming BEST

[@rajakhan2668]

I just loved the way you explained 😛

[@statsfacts9531]

Thank you for explaining this thoroughly!

[@MissUnderstoodOfficial]

Awesome video, loved the breakdowns! Thank you

[@JTMusicbox]

Me being someone who likes using both softwares and is still a novice at both, I really appreciate your thoughts and ideas here.

[@Schmorgle]

JTMusicbox I too use both all the time!

[@sanzayhbarailie7278]

The reverse audio in ableton was Bob from Minions😶✌🏻

[@TheK7aloha]

thoroughly enjoyed this! Thanks! Super fun!

[@videomarknet]

haha I like your vibe my man! ...this was fun to watch. thank you

[@sampledude8846]

15:10 you tricked me, you bastard! 😁

[@gs07007]

Awesome video dude, you're so funny and a great review! :D

[@karlopalenzuela7915]

Awesome energy and character...comparison is awesome

[@ashish_meena]

Really nice and helpful... Thanks!

[@happyfitenergized4872]

That was super helpful and funny too! I laughed. Good times.

[@Schmorgle]

So glad to hear both of those thing!

Dude, just discovered your Channel. So good. Really informative and entertaining - got a new sub! Keep it up!

[@Schmorgle]

Heck yea, thanks a ton!

[@silviczka3249]

Lovely video, great editing, thanks for the comparison... that Davie504 at 9:08 got me lol :D

[@Xamanovo]

Love your artsy answer. I use Logic myself - now maybe I will get Ableton too ;)

[@tinagel0]

Ableton Live + Push2 for me the best.

[@razr5381]

Thank you, it works perfect!

[@oliferamusique]

Thank you! This was such a helpful and informative video. I loved seeing the comparison in such a direct way!

[@MaeMaeMason]

Awesome video!!! I love your personality and editing of this vid, it makes it so entertaining while also informative! Keep up the great work, you've gained a subscriber :)

[@Schmorgle]

Thanks so much, Mason!

[@Bashanvibe]

I use both for different reasons!!! LPX for writing and AL for stage!!! Better is so vague!!! The better doesn’t exist it’s about preference and what workflow you like!!!

[@Schmorgle]

This is the way!!

[@invictaalin2496]

For your „crash“,find out the perfect buffer size. It’s not a crash, just logic telling you the allowed size of resources is used out.

[@James51479]

owner of both, find Ableton faster, the search bar, automation etc. audio warping, grouping, but find logic has a way better mixer, using sends etc, using midi out vsts like scaler, also some added features like, mastering assistant, stem splitter. better visual expeirnce. all comes down to preference. I like to use logic for song writing/ production, and live for mashups, and live sets.

[@cornelpiersahuburua5290]

Love your last Statement Man! 😀

[@gergofulop4458]

Hey! Thanks so much for this video!

[@Schmorgle]

My pleasure!

[@futuregrunt]

i’m still stuck at which one to get, i want to make beats mainly vs recording vocals. what should i do?

[@PrincePheromone]

Awesome video and amazing personality

[@GabeWilliams]

Thank goodness we can comp in ableton now

[@Schmorgle]

Truth!

[@Xavier-my8wg]

Wow, very useful video, thank you ! I've used ableton before, but since switching from pc to mac recently i've been considering moving to logic, but i can see now that that workflow just wouldn't work with me, soooo gonna be sticking with ableton ahah

[@Techlifeandmore]

I’m pretty sure that GarageBand for iOS has the easy comping features of logic pro 10.

[@bknewmusic21]

Yoooo 😂 I just subbed off the strength of the secret reveal at the end 😂💀

[@DustyWoods]

THANK YOU SIR have always been a fan of Logic, but I can see it in your eyes, they say ‘come on bro, Ableton is frankly better’. I trust your judgment because you have good humour. And lo, I switch.

[@Schmorgle]

Hahaha I appreciate all this! Thanks and happy music making.

[@2010xkr]

Brilliant video! Thanks! - Instant sub.

[@Schmorgle]

Thanks, Olafu!

[@Byron101_]

For composers Logic and Cubase are wayyy better. Same goes for recording, editing and mixing. Ableton on the other side is very good in LIVE DJ TRIGGER stuff, loop-the-loop clips and crazy effects. I prefer Cubase, Logic too... ❤

[@stealthinator00]

2 reasons I have ableton live is. 1. I have a pc 2. I had lite when bought my focusrite scarlet 2i2 .

[@aresoltero]

The last 20 years I've used many DAWS but today I'm a Reason user. It's funny but everything you did in Logic, I can do it faster and cleaner in Reason. The Drum Rack UI was just awful. Kudos to Ableton for the mighty range tool and single monitor design.

[@OlandoMcCall]

That's what I'm saying I've been using reason just as long and I was like I do that in reason, and the plug ins are better, only down fall very little 3rd party hardware support and the cist... And for that I'm moving towards logic.

[@BrennanWolf]

You can create key commands in logic to close all the plugin windows or open slot 1,2,3 etc.. saves so much time

[@Schmorgle]

Good to know!! Yeah there’s a lot of internal customization I overlooked. Thanks!

[@JosephMa0318]

thanks so much man

[@goncalorico1464]

Comping is now awesome in Ableton 11, just activate those lane tracks !

[@HieuXDAV]

This is the best free software Ive seen. Respect.

[@stintza]

excellent video.

[@maevadelmago6425]

During the whole video I was expecting that epic sentence of the end!😂

[@willianbernardosoares7253]

So informative, thanks a lot!

[@dripxaep2285]

That was great. Thank you.

[@vincentvllisque3444]

now i am in a good mood

[@post-man23]

I’ve just switched from Logic Pro to Live 10, and watched the beat academy 1 hr long beginner tutorial which helped me a lot. No regrets and pretty happy with snappy interface and workflow. It’s a bit deeper learning curve compared to Logic but you’ll definitely get there.

[@Robert-kx8mp]

I’m the opposite, finally made the move to Logic after years of working in Live everyday.

[@post-man23]

@@Robert-kx8mp i wonder what was the reason for you to switch

[@cjgoeson]

@@post-man23 and we wonder what was YOUR reason foe the switch. 😜

[@post-man23]

@@cjgoeson No big reason actually. Bought a new windows laptop. That was it.

[@nimck-y2z]

@@Robert-kx8mp I want to move from Logic to Ableton for the stock plugins Ableton has… they’re so fucking good for sound design whereas Logic is just really basic in that department. Solid, yes. But too basic. Why did you switch from Ableton to Logic?

[@gracieladuran770]

Woah, great video mate!

[@kayrasarioglumusic]

I want your help