Logic Pro X vs Ableton Live - Which One Is Better? Street Fighter Battle!

Welcome to my latest video, where we will be comparing two of the most popular digital audio workstations on the market - Logic Pro X and Ableton Live. If you're looking to take your music production to the next level, then you need to choose the right DAW for you, and that's exactly what we'll be exploring in this video.
We'll dive deep into the features of both Logic Pro X and Ableton Live, and help you decide which one is better suited for your particular needs. We'll explore the user interfaces, audio recording capabilities, MIDI sequencing, audio effects, mixing and mastering tools, and much more.
I'll give you my honest opinion on both DAWs and what I think are their pros and cons, as well as which one is my favourite and why.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced music producer, this video is for you. By the end of this video, you'll have a much better understanding of the differences between Logic Pro X and Ableton Live, and you'll be able to make an informed decision about which one to choose for your music production needs.
So, if you're ready to take your music production to the next level, then make sure to watch this video and discover which DAW is the right one for you. Don't forget to leave a comment below letting me know which one you prefer and why!
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[@pushpatterns]

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[@LuisMarioSosaZ]

Fantastic review, man! No BS, pure objectivity.

[@pushpatterns]

Glad you liked it! 🥳

[@realgoodmusic1]

Cool video buddy! On point 2 Logic audio editing tools (time based edits, looping copying, shifting, etc.) does it the same if not better. (I think you aren’t that fluent with Logic’s feature set in this regard).

[@pushpatterns]

I was refereing to time-based editing which I agree you can do but it more I find it more intuitive in Ableton.

[@Joyboy027o]

I’m a logic user and multi instrument player I want to start work on my own gig would u recommend to switch to abelton?

[@pushpatterns]

For live performance Ableton live is king! It what it was initially designed to do :)

[@mansurdorado]

for EDM, Lo-Fi, Hip Hop Productions or jamming or editing sets for live performance, this is what Ableton Live well known it's a game changer. for Recording audio, tracking multi instruments or vocals, scoring to picture, mixing and mastering Logic is superior

[@pushpatterns]

I agree! Although for editing I prefer ableton, or Protools

[@mansurdorado]

@@pushpatterns sure, editing in Logic for example cutting, duplicating, dragging, is a pain in the ass, you need to master key commands and marquee tool. these thing are super easy in Live, and in PT is another story PT originally made for these stuff primarily apart recording to replace tape machine thats why PT is the main tool for engineers, fantastic at editing audio

[@pushpatterns]

I agree with everything 🤙

[@deadsetondreams1988]

I'm a complete noob and want to start doing Lo-Fi with the Unison Midi Chord Packs. I had someone at Unison recommend these 2 programs for what DAW I should use so this video and your comment are super helpful to me. Thank you so much!

[@mansurdorado]

@@deadsetondreams1988 happy to hear your positive comment, thank you ❤

[@mikasaarela6217]

I found Ableton 7 about 15 years ago and it took me a while to learn it. At that moment I had almost stopped making any music, but soon Ableton revitalized it. I started Midi (and audio) with Logic Audio in mid 90s and back then it was revolutionizing desktop music production. Today, Logic doesn't appeal to me, it looks and feels very entry level software, similar way Cubase felt in mid 90's comparing to Logic Audio. In any case, we are very fortunate to have apps like these, doesn't matter which one we choose.

[@pushpatterns]

Yes it is a great time to be alive with all the options and the ease of use!

[@heyyypatrick]

what exactly does "looks entry level" mean and how would that effect the performance and capability of software that has been responsible for hundreds of hit records ?

[@pushpatterns]

Hey, i'm not saying it does effect the performance and capability but the ascetics of any program make a difference to the user experience.

[@realgoodmusic1]

I appreciate this video and your opinions. Please keep making these types of videos! I love them. I totally agree with a lot of your opinions, BUT, a lot of your opinions are subjective, and biased towards Ableton.

[@pushpatterns]

Thank you, I appreciate your feedback. I just feel at home in Ableton I guess 🙏

[@g_niac]

thinking about checking out Ableton from Logic (drummer/self-producer getting into more live set concepts). this is great.

[@pushpatterns]

Thanks! Ableton is great for live! That what it was designed to do!

[@realgoodmusic1]

In regard to sound quality or creativity effects. Logic has similar tools plus more tools that Ableton doesn’t have. Logic is loaded with synths envelopes samplers etc, plus you can go under the hood for advanced sound design tools. I can write a book about the details.

[@pushpatterns]

I agree with you at the present but Ableton 12 is going to be an amazing update

[@wanya0got0it0goin0on]

Singing, rapping, beat making, recording live with my bands, live performances, uniquely creative, manipulating my vocals for sound effects, experimenting with instruments.. lofi, hiphop, neo soul, funk, bluesy, multiple vocals, and midi …which daw can do most of that in one?

[@kond1e]

I don't think Ableton is predominantly for EDM.. it's very multi genre friendly, I just think that the work flow in Ableton is better that's why I use it

[@pushpatterns]

I agree! It’s a great work flow that works well in any genre!

[@wanya0got0it0goin0on]

Singing, rapping, beat making, recording live with my bands, live performances, uniquely creative, manipulating my vocals for sound effects, experimenting with instruments.. lofi, hiphop, neo soul, funk, bluesy, multiple vocals, midi..which daw can do most of that in one?

[@pushpatterns]

All of them but I prefer Ableton :)

[@mesdeep_official]

Please create timestamps. Thank you for making this video.

[@pushpatterns]

No problem. Will get that done for you :)

[@mesdeep_official]

@@pushpatterns Thanks man you're the best

[@apoclypse]

I think this video would be better if you actually showed why a feature was better in one daw versus the other (by comparing the two) versus just saying it’s better and moving on.

[@pushpatterns]

Thank you for the feedback 😇

[@bestdisco1979]

Apparently Ableton doesn’t have a mixer view ,,is this true ?

[@pushpatterns]

It technically does, session view

[@Pikachu-qr4yb]

@@pushpatternsWhat are the downsides to it? I've heard this before that it doesnt have a Mixer

[@Jzh733]

Tho everyone says daws sound same. But to me logic has a harsh, saturated, general-midi vibe, which makes it the least forgiving daw I’ve ever used.

[@pushpatterns]

I think there is some sound differences in the Digital summing, but It;'s very hard to hear.

[@coldacre]

Logic is for pro's recording full band performances. multi-tracking, mixing, editing, mastering. Ableton is for solo artists who are using the DAW to compose. Logic is a lot more modern in its GUI. Ableton is very "Windows" in its layout... folders... left to right. when it comes to value for money..... dont even

[@pushpatterns]

Think you’ve nailed it! 🤘

[@skk6811]

Unfortunately, you can't do reliable (sample accurate) multitrack edits in Logic Pro, also you can't really edit drums effectively. That's why we still use Pro Tools. + you can't search for plugins in Logic which is a bummer for a mixing engineer.

[@wanya0got0it0goin0on]

Singing, rapping, beat making, recording live with my bands, live performances, uniquely creative, manipulating my vocals for sound effects, experimenting with instruments.. lofi, hiphop, neo soul, funk, bluesy, multiple vocals, and midi …which daw can do most of that in one?

[@realgoodmusic1]

As far as double clicking the notes in Logic’s midi editor you can do that as well. There are multiple ways to enter notes. (You are not that fluent with Logic to make a comparison). You can also keep your notes in scale in the pattern editor.

[@pushpatterns]

Hey thank you for your comment, please explain how to enable the double click feature within piano roll? and yes I am aware of the scale locking within the pattern region but in my opinion, it is more intuitive in Ableton's midi editing window.

[@drivebyemusic]

@@pushpatterns you can use the pen/pencil tool to double click and add notes equal to the equal to the length of the previous note

[@pushpatterns]

@@drivebyemusic Yes that was my point you have to enable the pencil tool to input any MIDI notes. In Ableton, you just double-click, no pencil tool enablibing needed.

[@ptmmusic4913]

Tôi thích âm thanh của Ableton, đặc biệt là âm trầm, nhưng tôi lại thích thao tác và giao diện của logic, logic Edit midi tiện lợi hơn Ableton

[@pushpatterns]

Sorry could you translate to English, I don’t understand :(

[@ptmmusic4913]

@@pushpatterns I like the sound of Ableton, especially the bass, but I like the operation and interface of the logic, Edit midi logic is more convenient than Ableton

[@pushpatterns]

I disagree I think ableton is way more intuitive for midi but that’s personal choice

[@partlysimpson5154]

I want to like logic, but editing, piano roll, and its bit slow workflow. Alltho I got m2 MacBook, and logic meant to be efficient.

[@pushpatterns]

Completely agree with you. The piano roll and the editing side of things are not very good :( ableton editing workflow is lot better, although I love logics take folders 😍

[@whatsupchicken]

Cool video but pls buy a silent click mouse!

[@pushpatterns]

Thanks!

[@ed_ms]

fyi Ableton 11 has take lanes as well

[@pushpatterns]

Yes I mentioned this. But I feel logic's take folders is a lot more intuitive, but thats just personal preference.

[@Rio-uv1gs]

I'm good with Logic

[@pushpatterns]

Happy for you, what’s your main reasons?

[@Rio-uv1gs]

@@pushpatterns I used to use reason ...then I got iMac and in came with Logic Pro and it seems pretty good.

[@pushpatterns]

Yeah it’s great! I like it for recording and comping vocals

[@DanielIvan707]

You will end up with both eventually…

[@pushpatterns]

And protools, studio one, FL 🤦‍♂️

[@DMNDBEATZ]

That’s were I’m at now

[@Maradnus]

Personally.. I HATE yes I capitalised the hate the look of Ableton. I would not want to look at that horrid interface for as many house as we do in a DAW. It has some brilliant features but man it's so damn ugly. I have given a good few hours to it but I always feel like I do more web searches to find stuff out than I do making anything. I uninstalled it after a week as I could not handle its look & then with how unintuitive I personally found the work flow. It kills it for live performance which is where I have used it. (I have worked with friends in Ableton) I have been using logic for so many years I absolutely have a bias. It's so easy to look past grievances because it's a pleasure to look at. way less mess on screen making it feel more spacious & I can see more of my projects. I can set up the view to have everything I need to be right there. I like the more traditional style of Logic. I think if I was ever to use the "Ableton" look I would use bigwig. it has the more traditional workflow combined with the function that Ableton offers just with WAY more interconnectivity. It still looks really messy & not as nice.. but its work flow is much better.

[@pushpatterns]

Thank you for your input, and yes i feel your not alone with the hate lol a lot of people don't like the way it looks. I guess you get used to it. And yes Bitwig is on the rise!

[@Maradnus]

@@pushpatterns it really is. I do Psytrance șo modulation is key & this is VERY lacking in Logic like badly.. in Bigwig (not sure Ableton is on par) can modulate anything with anything back & fourth. which is incredibly useful in such genres! thanks for the Vid mate I enjoyed it. you dropped a comment which is amazing you got a new sub! keep up the good work. & all the best for 2024

[@pushpatterns]

Thanks and watch out for Ableton Live 12 there’s a lot more modulation possibilities coming! Seems they have been copying Bitwigs homework 😂

[@GregoryCurtis-if2co]

Logic can't touch live bro!! Dig deeper!!

[@pushpatterns]

How so? please do elaborate on your comment. :)

[@heyyypatrick]

having a "better" DAW doesn't make you a hit song.

[@pushpatterns]

Absolutely! They are just tools, gaining a better understanding of all the tools out there will better inform your decision as to which is better for which job!

[@JonnyParker-]

Burial made Untrue on some old daw cant remember which one it was now , could have been the old tracker style ones. Someone out there will remember.

[@oceanscrownmusic]

No question Ableton all the way kills Logic

[@pushpatterns]

Well… yep :)

[@GunsAddiction]

Logic is much better. And if you want to record audio there is no comparison, logic is a much better daw for record real audio.

[@pushpatterns]

I agree but I do prefer editing audio in protools or Ableton Live. Don’t like it in logic