Seriously Why Would You Need A Paid DAW | Cakewalk Review

[@AudioTechTV]

Get started with Cakewalk with this playlist kzbin.info/aero/PL1YDn3d3UkT7zQqRgFMHkOZES5lEvn7SO

[@igorrogi4368]

How does it compare with features and usability of Waveform Free?

[@AudioTechTV]

@@igorrogi4368 The core features are very similar in both. The workflow is different. I find that Waveform's workflow to be faster and easier to navigate. The included FX in Cakewalk are different, it's hard to say if they are better. It kind of depends on what you're after. If you want a great guitar amp sim, Cakewalk has that. The Breverb plugin built into Cakewalk is also an incredible reverb plugin. The cakewalk instruments are alright but if you want a synth and 808 style drum machine then Waveform has that. They are both great programs. I find myself going back and forth between them all the time. It all comes down to what you are more comfortable with using. both options are great. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@Yuushiboy]

Ive been a Cakewalk user since the 90s. Its kinda mind blowing that the first version came out in 1987 for MS DOS. Still an awesome DAW.

[@bg4productionsllc]

And it’s still a beast. I shifted to Studio One because of the workflow but I still have an affinity towards my Cakewalk.

[@nmbr1ctrman]

Yeah I started using it around 2000. It's gotten really good over the years. Integration with soft synths, melodyne and channel strip are super useful.

[@Prod.KingLilGabeMusic]

Can I upload my costom fx from bandlab to cakewalk

[@russellsimienii9343]

​@@Prod.KingLilGabeMusicYes. You can interchange projects between Bandlab, GarageBand, and Cakewalk. Just go to your share and save options and work it from there and I even have other apps that I use to interchange between those top three dogs. Just save all your progress as u go and then share between the apps with your share options. I'm not sure if you're using an iOS or Android. I use Samsung (which is Android) mainly, however for GarageBand (or Pro Logic, which is to GarageBand what Cakewalk is to Bandlab, altho using all 4 is still the most OP way to use them all), u have to have an iOS device, and that's the only iOS device I use in my music productions. The reason I brought this up is because the save options are different with iOS vs Android or traditional PC, and really, in my opinion, the options are very limited in comparison. One of the reasons I'm not a huge fan of iOS. But anyway, that's a separate story and separate gripe. I'm really an Android head due to the versatility that it allows. But yea, bottom line: constantly save your work no matter what platform or app you're using, and then share between the apps and you can use them all to make an awesome work. Free game

[@ericgiova1663]

I agree, it's really surprising to see a software of this quality and complexity that is free. It's truly amazing.

[@lordnelsonmc.billionberg9166]

they dont make money, but they make good Karma.

[@russellsimienii9343]

It's by artists for artists I think they said

[@charliegomabay6171]

Already 1year cakewalk user here, it's awesome DAW, it helps me a lot for my KZbin content. I love it. And I'm still learning it💪💪

[@monorogu]

Are u still using it now? And worth it??

[@deko9151]

I finished building my studio and my last issue was the program. I spent months looking and researching and let me tell you for someone who just started this program cannot be beat!!!!!!!! I promise!!!! So easy to use!!!!

[@WoundedWarrior77]

Easy? 😂😂😂

[@mannis3055]

At Cakewalk, I am particularly impressed by the 32-bit bridge. No clicking noises to be heard. With the ScoreView you can even enter the grades in notation. Cakewalk has a lot to offer and it's hard to believe that this daw is free. The Cakewalk Handbook is also suitable for beginners. Very good video which shows some of Cakewalk. 👍👍👍

[@Xscapeplan01]

Was an Ableton live user, just installed Cakewalk and it's awesome, can't believe it's free!!

[@Reggi_Sample]

Are you still using this or did you return to Ableton?

[@Xscapeplan01]

I use both because I miss using Ableton@@Reggi_Sample

[@wildbilldurkin1493]

The best thing that ever happened to my DAW life. (Though here in Nashville one often finds oneself saying, "it's Sonar Platinum", after they eye roll me. Lol) Keep up the great work!

[@borgestheborg]

Using Cakewalk almost feels illegal. Like, the fact that such a feature rich DAW is totally free is mind blowing.

[@racl1954]

I have been using Cakewalk since it was first introduced. Paid the the software and all updates right up to Sonar Platinum. The new Cakewalk by BandLab is even better than the last version of Cakewalk Sonar. If you have subscribed over the years you will still be able to use all of the plugins and effects that cam with the original versions of Cakewalk and Cakewalk Sonar. This DAW is up there with the best and it is incredible that BandLab provide it for free. There are no catches. It is FREE.

[@RNation100]

I dabbled with a loaner Mac from my son, then other Daws, till I retired my old laptop. Now that I'm ramping up again, I want to thank you for making one of the most informative videos I've seen for relative beginners. You spoke to all the considerations I wanted to make. Keep up the great work!

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@kalana3141]

Perfect cakewalk review ever seen✌️. Nice vid Zane❤️

[@AudioTechTV]

You are very kind. Thank you for continuing to watch. I really appreciate it. I hope you've had a great summer and been able to create some music! 👊👍

[@BadAssWartHog-A10]

Zane is excellent at reviewing, more importantly, I trust his viewpoints.

[@Breadrc]

Thanks so much! I was struggling with pro tools first for literally month while I could set cakewalk in a minute. Omg you're a lifesaver!

[@hariom2576]

Nice information sir. You have spoken valuable points.

[@AudioTechTV]

Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed the video. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@RenegadeAngel]

Another great feature is that it's fast and easy to use too and has pretty great community support too 🤘

[@chrisrios802]

also the main feature to get cakewalk if u a singer or rapper, the vocalign

[@SuperRomanHoliday]

I had cakewalk on an amiga in about 1990-ish. It was amazing then!

[@AudioTechTV]

It’s gotten a bit better since the 90s.

[@ashovid8915]

I have been using Cubase extensively. Nowadays i am using Reaper and i like it. But after using Cakewalk for last two months i m in love with it. It's a tough decision which will be my next regular DAW for music productions.

[@johnhazlett3711]

I use the free daw, LMMS. It's able to easily import, and work with MIDI files.

[@Psypher_sage]

Best teacher ever

[@AudioTechTV]

Thank you! I really appreciate that. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@melg1372]

Zane! Thank you, so much. Another great video. Awesome channel (Audio Tech TV). Super big help in streamlining the decision-making process for collecting tools and getting to work on your art.

[@AudioTechTV]

I’m glad you enjoy my videos. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@miner4ever]

i use cakewalk because i can import those 4 instruments plugins and 2 effect plugins into my FL Studio. Cakewalk instruments are simply top tier, and is good to use as well as low CPU usage.

[@williamsparks6811]

For me a major plus is that app! If I have an idea on the road I can play with it, upload, and have it on my computer when I get back home!

[@りょうれい]

I like the articulation maps feature in cakewalk. Its interface is more intuitive than which in cubase.

[@synthoelectro]

my first daw was mostly for MIDI purposes, so I could hook up my Yamaha DJX back in 2000, version Cakewalk 5.0 pro, it was awesome.

[@psylentstate1772]

Another great video, all vst is use are based on ur recomendations, you been a huge help to learning production with cakewalk, Thnx

[@AudioTechTV]

Thank you for continuing to watch my videos. Glad you find some value in them. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@emilelesaffre]

I was looking for a Garage Band alternative. I found a FREE Pro Tools alternative 👍

[@psoni777]

Great video ... perfect speed and content. Wish other videos were this good. Thank you.

[@ghosteyes2708]

Great DAW. I wish they improved the film scoring features.

[@user_greatpark96]

I started using Cakewalk for mixing because the number of mixer tracks and plugin inserts are totally limited in FL studio. FL Patcher could be the solution but I don't really like to open the plugin twice. It seemed unnecessary to me. But still, for making music from scratch and pattern arrangement, FL is the best for me.

[@v-buckschan111]

Yeah but you need more space on your pc for plugins and cakewalk projects , which can easily be implemented if you bought a hdd or sdd or whatever they’re called Otherwise , if you use laptop , you MAY , in my experience , need another whole laptop for cakewalk projects And that’s about memory , i used cakewalk on a potato computer and it still worked fine for me

[@luckyduck8297]

Great explanation. Thanks so much

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@criticwhosalwaysright1404]

Extremely helpful

[@DerekPower]

I like that you have The Fragile on your wall 😁

[@joolz666]

Eat To The Beat is better. ;-D

[@WoundedWarrior77]

Every time I try to use cake walk I end up opening screens I can’t seem to close and have no idea what they do. It seems like there are a million options. How do I learn the basics of simply using it without getting lost or stuck? 😅

[@AudioTechTV]

This video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWeofq13ip2Xo80 goes over the basics and should help you to get started recording audio, using midi, and doing a bit of mixing without getting lost.

[@user-uh2qj3gw1j]

Thank you, Sir.

[@Life-Glug]

Thank you for your videos, I have been trying to learn music making and you have helped me find good DAWs and plugins. I tried Cakewalk and Waveform based on your videos and I prefer Waveform just because I think it looks a bit nicer. But I am an absolute beginner so I don't really know. Would you say one is clearly better than the other or do they both do the job? The Pro strip looks like a great feature.

[@Aldsomegaming]

Since you're a beginner. Use cakewalk cause it has far more features than waveform.

[@AudioTechTV]

Give both a try and see which one works better for you. Everybody has a different workflow preference and style. If you find Waveform to be the one that you gel with then stick with it. If you find Cakewalk to be more your thing then go with that. Both of these programs have great features, and aren't limiting. It really comes down to whatever you prefer. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@mlwsf]

Another Con I have found are the various bugs that seem to appear with every update: plugins don't work or settings won't save when you close your out, Plugins crashing system, My favorite was repeated crashes while attempting to unfreeze midi tracks for further editing. The developers are certainly motivated to learn about these glitches and fix them. Another con I have found, regardless of your statement about it being gentle on resources, is having to play the damned Buffer game the further into your project you get even if you only have the ProChannel on the tracks. That being said It's still powerful and incredible and it isn't as if the Big Boys have not experienced huge crashes using PT in the middle of a huge session.

[@audiosounddoctor5834]

I think you have problem with your pc......I never had any of this problems

[@mlwsf]

@@audiosounddoctor5834 and yet these problems seem to disappear with their bug fix updates. Mentioned these same issues over on X.E. L.Oh’s channel (another Cakewalk champion) in his pro/con Cakewalk episode and he didn’t even argue as he has had similar stability issues. And neither have any of the Cakewalk techs when I have brought these issues to their attention.

[@audiosounddoctor5834]

@@mlwsf I have installed cakewalk in two different pc ....and never had problems like this...... maybe you should reinstall win 10 again and start from the beginning...installing cakewalk and see if you have problems again.

[@mlwsf]

@@audiosounddoctor5834 will consider it should problems persist.

[@KBizzy]

It’s still buggy... Many VSTs act strange and sometimes crash the program, however the problems you describe are likely due to your PC processing power. I scored a 1/2 hour film w/Cakewalk a few months ago. A 1/2 hour video, 55 tracks and no buffering issues. Of course if the effects are left on in real time latency is an issue as it is with any daw.

[@ArchyDolder]

Thank you for a helpful video. One question: at the beginning you said that there’s a link to Cakewalk in the description, but I can’t find it. Could you please update the description with the link? Thank you.

[@AudioTechTV]

Added the link to the description. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@deanc2000]

Another pro, it has the matrix, which will help you to write music the Ableton way.

[@DJONTHETRACK985]

U made my day bro. Can't wait to try it out. Do I need to be connected to the internet while using Cakewalk?

[@AudioTechTV]

You only need to be connected when downloading it and if you want to update it. But for recording and making music you don’t need to be connected. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@felixsmittick9128]

Excellent review

[@KennethNordin]

Once again, it would be cool if you did a review on Mixcraft Pro Studio

[@ScrewballMcAdams]

Great video. Thanks!

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@ScrewballMcAdams]

@@AudioTechTV You bet. Subscribed & will be following your Cakewalk tutorial. I'm an absolute neanderthal when it comes to DAW.

[@audiosounddoctor5834]

I own presonus studio one 5 and cockos reaper too ... but still use only cakewalk by bandlab

[@givejah610]

Btw th3 amp sim is really awesome, BUT it's limited in terms of free trial. You can only use it for a I think certain amount of days, and then it limits the majority of the rest of the amps and pedals for like 30 days or maybe more unless you pay for it. At least that's what happened to me. I lost all my amps and effects on a couple guitar tracks because I didn't pay attention to that detail and didn't want to pay for it yet.

[@AudioTechTV]

I’ve been using TH3 for a couple years and it’s not limited at all. Are you trying to use it in a different daw? You can only use this version of TH3 in Cakewalk.

[@givejah610]

@@AudioTechTV no in cakewalk. I don't know why it's doing it to me. It won't let me access 90 percent of the amps and effects for a certain period of time unless I unlock it

[@AudioTechTV]

@@givejah610 what might be happening is you’re trying to access banks that are available in the demo version which the Cakewalk version allows you to do and can be confusing. If you go into TH3 and in the “Banks” area you’ll see something that says “see all” you want to make sure that is unchecked. If it is checked then you will see stuff that isn’t accessible in the Cakewalk version and it will be in demo mode. In the Cakewalk TH3 you have access to 5 banks if you check that see all feature you’ll see 34 banks but most of them are greyed out. And that’s the same thing with the other side of the interface in the “items” section you’ll see that “see all” button again and if it’s checked then you will see gear that you have to purchase additionally or use in demo mode. But you still get a ton of amps and gear in the cakewalk version that covers a wide variety of genres.

[@hunterprice3320]

Does anybody know if Cakewalk works well with 8gb of ram?

[@AdaptivePhenix]

I'm using a puny Z8350 (processor) tablet with 4gb RAM. Not a problem thus far.

[@alanstagg8781]

Zane - can you please explain how to use Unison Midi Chord pak with Cakewalk to a newbie on this DAW. Thanks!

[@darvinreed2314]

Because it's the best hands down

[@attilaolah7772]

I got a strange problem with cakewalk lately,the third party plugins crashing the daw after the latest update(ex.Proclethya x64,TripleCheese x64)any ideas?!

[@EnejJohhem]

Most obvious reason is that it's Damn Sonar Platinum... Just free

[@dboytheoriginal2626]

Pro channel strip ain’t as good as it sounds because that’s where the cpu starts to overload for people with cheaper computers

[@michaelhawkins6149]

It is a fantastic daw but I still prefer Mixcraft because it's so user-friendly and has a video track.

[@りょうれい]

Has some rumors that cakewalk will be a paid daw in the future.

[@CJEspiga]

ain't a rumor. it's really happening soon

[@jj28524]

2:57 i cannot figure out how to use those drums, strings, bass and instrument stuff because if i map them then i cannot hear anything after playing it.

[@liberateyourslack]

Are you sending the midi through a midi audio track?

[@jj28524]

@@liberateyourslack i don't have a midi instrument so i just map them on piano roll

[@arpitsrivastava4660]

After using cakewalk for about 2 years... We use paid DAW to impress our clients😂😂..

[@godisgoodallthetimeman4796]

does cakewalk support the plugin keyscapes and other big and well know products like pigments and omnisphere and addictive drums?

[@AudioTechTV]

I’m not familiar with Keyscapes but If keyscapes is a VST plugin then it should work no problem. Pigments, omnisphere and addictive drums definitely work.

[@JussBRAVOofficial]

*bro always got the secret sauce*

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for continuing to watch. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@gabri3ltz]

It is a fantastic software! But since the last update when I'm exiting the program it shuts down my computer? Did you know how can I fix that?

[@tatendamashamba1638]

Does it have automatic time stretching?

[@adamcasey3365]

I'm not sure what that is, but, it is extremely easy and intuitive to stretch audio: I do it all the time. The algorithm is also excellent and often transparent, depending on the length of the sound source and how far you push it.

[@practice4089]

32bit bridge!

[@bocz4317]

love you videos :)

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoy them. Thank you for continuing to watch. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@x0va]

ok i've got 2 questions, is it possible to add virtual electric guitar? and are other program plug-ins compatible with it or it supports just plug-ins made specifically for it?

[@AudioTechTV]

Yes you can add a virtual electric guitar instrument and yes you can use VST plugins from other companies too.

[@x0va]

@@AudioTechTV ok, thank you!

[@KupiBass]

The latest update broke the program! I got an audio engine crash 15 times in half an hour! (((((

[@nightfightsday]

you don't need the bandlab assisant to install cakewalk..they have the lone installer on their webpage...

[@AudioTechTV]

It’s great that they listened and released a stand alone installer.

[@oprahthegodson2948]

Jus started using it and it's the most frustrating program I've ever used. I'm used to simple (audacity user for the last 7 yrs) and when I say nothing is simple about cakewalk I literally mean it. Been lookin thru 20+ videos for why my output skips when I play thru a speaker or even thru my laptop. Permission on a midi controller or midi mic are incredibly annoying. The only ONLY REASON people should use cakewalk is because it's free and a great prototype program before you use a real one like logic or pro tools but honest opinion on it 3/10 way to much work just to record

[@AudioTechTV]

For a lot of people this program works extremely well. It’s a very powerful DAW free or not but I can appreciate that not every program is going to jive with every person and that’s why there are so many music production programs out there. If you find Pro Tools to be easy then use their free version, Pro Tools Intro. It works great!

[@oprahthegodson2948]

Too each its own but for me I've been practicing and struggling with this since the beginning of December, I jus found tutorials to show me how to record properly but now I'm lookin for reasons as to why my output skips but listening wit headphones plays jus fine and I lost patience. So what might be great to some are a detriment to others (me lol). So I stand on my opinion its a great prototype you want to get into serious programs but for beginners or those looking for simplicity this ain't it

[@AudioTechTV]

@oprahthegodson2948 you can give Tracktion Waveform Free a try. It’s an unlimited DAW and pretty easy to navigate. Or, like I said earlier, give the free Pro Tools Intro a try if that’s what you consider to be a serious program. No need to keep fighting with this one.

[@tconnell1121]

all he said + there are numerous tutorials out there and a forum community that has always been willing to help, no shame given to noobs.

[@themeditatormillionaire]

Thank u

[@ddtriadi4688]

why its not available for mac OS?

[@anishmohant]

0:08 *Reason 4* is a feature on Cakewalk? Awesome.

[@beat-maker7361]

How are the stock sounds/presets devices?

[@transforminggravity15626]

Wow super awesome 💯💯😎✌️

[@AudioTechTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for continuing to check out my channel. Keep creating! 👊👍

[@transforminggravity15626]

💯💯😎🙏

[@LudwigVanBeethoven123]

Because it's so good, why isn't it popular? Free too.

[@billfrater1948]

Fresh install of Cakewalk but can't use, just get an awful noise, feedback.

[@Psypher_sage]

How can I move aux track or audio tracks up and down?

[@KBizzy]

Hover over the track in track view, you’ll see a little double-edged arrow. You can move the track up or down.

[@macwrldbeats2410]

Did anyone see the pillow add

[@tranceemerson8325]

7 cakewalks to use reason.

[@EnheTook50Benadryl]

What happened

[@udndudn]

How to reverse audio in it ?

[@guidorehder6802]

Select the audio that you want to reverse, then go to the menu Process -> Apply Effect -> Reverse

[@clownpocket]

I paid $500 for this program shortly before they went under.

[@Reggi_Sample]

Excuse me, WTF 😬 😮 This looks great

[@UniqueBeautie]

Can this be used for podcasting?

[@AudioTechTV]

Yes you can use Cakewalk for podcasting if you want to.

[@UniqueBeautie]

@@AudioTechTV Thank u! 😊

[@radamacq]

It wasn't always free

[@AudioTechTV]

Yup. And it won’t be free for too much longer.

[@RonnieVaiArovo]

God knows why this is free! Still....it's not as good as Mixcraft 9!

[@GTSongwriter]

Cakewalk by Bandlab is crash heaven. I installed it today and within the first hour it crashed 10 times! Sonar 8.5.3 professional doesn't crash at all. WTF happened? Also, Cakewalk by Bandlab is very sluggish. Don't waste your time on this as it will give you many headaches. I don't have the time, money, or patience to use such a very buggy program! Hell, I opened a recent project that I was working on in Sonar 8.5.3 into Cakewalk by Bandlab. I unfroze a track, selected that track, and proceeded to play using my midi keyboard. After 5 keystrokes, CRASH! WTF? Yeah...if Cakewalk by Bandlab can't even use third party plugins without crashing, what's the use???

[@_amrbadr_]

i have thousands of VSTs and only faced a sudden crash once because i had alot of other apps open in the background, definitely a problem with your system, or your system is weak

[@GTSongwriter]

@@_amrbadr_ I found out which plug-in was crashing Cakewalk by Bandlab. It's the Rapture plug-in from my Sonar Producer 8.5.3 version. Rapture was included with Sonar Producer. It doesn't crash Sonar Producer, but definitely crashes Cakewalk by Bandlab. I've got a high end gaming laptop ASUS ROG G752V, Intel i7-6700HQ, 12 GB RAM, 2 TB M.2 SSD, laptop that I paid $4000 in 2015. Today you can buy that version for $1500, so it's still a great gaming laptop. I play Several high end games on this laptop! So, it's still a very powerful laptop. I can always upgrade the RAM up to 256 GB if needed!

[@_amrbadr_]

so you're using a plugin made by sonar that doesn't work properly on cakewalk, makes sense for it to crash honestly.

[@GTSongwriter]

@@_amrbadr_ Sonar and Cakewalk are the same products, other than the version I have is from 2013. In theory, it should work fine.

[@TheSpiritedFendron]

"New Cakewalk account creation is currently disabled." The only reason to not use the app is because you can't

[@AudioTechTV]

You don’t need a Cakewalk account you need a Bandlab account and you can absolutely still create a Bandlab account.

[@TheSpiritedFendron]

@@AudioTechTV I didn't know that, tysm for the response! I'm trying to start out and there are so many options and idk which one to choose. Cakewalk, BandLab, FL Studio, Logic Pro X. What do you recommend?

[@AudioTechTV]

@@TheSpiritedFendron try a few of them and see what you like the best. Cakewalk is an excellent free option but the workflow is very different from FL Studio so you might like FL Studio’s workflow better. You can download the FL Studio demo and see if you like it.

[@TheSpiritedFendron]

@@AudioTechTV the problem about fl studio is that idk if you can have an audio file tied to it that's a normal audio file and not only usable in fl studio after you save your progress

[@gravypatron]

Laughs in Reaper

[@KevinWayne]

Cakewalk's workflow is lousy. I'll stick to Reaper, thx anyway ;-)

[@ricardolr433]

Not at all... Thinh is that ur used to Reaper, period. If Reaper was all of a sudden unavailable and you haven't ~$100 you would become Cakewalk wizard in a matter of days. Everything is tough before it gets easy