Rap is now becoming one of the most popular genres along with pop and rock music. More and more young performers appear, and together with them and bitmeters who create bits. This process is carried out through special programs. In this article, we will consider several bright representatives of such software.
Cubase.
Cubase provides all the necessary tools to create, mix and record music. From the main thing I would like to note the presence of an equalizer, a multi-track editor, support VST plugins and effects. In addition, the user can upload to the video program to replace the sound in it.
This program is perfect for users who want to create music from scratch, edit track, add effects or make a remix. Bits are also created using Cubase. The demo version is distributed free of charge and accessible to download on the official website. We recommend to familiarize yourself with it before buying the full version.
FL Studio.
FL Studio is rightfully considered one of the best Daw to create music from different genres. A huge set of tools and functions allows even the most insane ideas in any direction. The program offers users a multi-track editor, a mixer, equalizer, allows you to engage in sampling, mastering and information. Supports third-party VST-plugins, samples and magnifiers.
The finished file is saved in one of the available formats: MP3, WAV, OGG and FLAC. To continue working with the project to continue, save it a copy in the standard FLP format. Thanks to the limitless features, FL Studio is suitable for both professionals and lovers not only in creating bits.
Ableton Live.
This representative is suitable not only for creating music, Ableton Live is actively using famous DJs during live performances. Therefore, it is worth noting that the program supports two modes of operation. The creators will need to use the "Arrangement" mode, to create minuses.
In Ableton Live, you can perform reduction, mastering, process compositions with various effects and do everything that other working sound stations allow. The program has a convenient interface, each item is located in its place. However, there is no Russian language, and this can be a problem among some users.
Reason.
Reason is a professional software that allows you to create, edit and process the composition. Immediately you want to note the bright interface in which it works very comfortably. There is a built-in conductor, which will be useful to quickly search for a specific function. In addition to the standard set of REASON features, it allows you to connect MIDI devices and supports MIDI files.
The process of creating a bit is practically no different from what was carried out in another similar software. The track is collected from pieces in a multitrophic editor. A good supplement can be considered the presence of built-in libraries of various sounds, presets and loupes. Reason applies for a fee, and the trial version is available for download on the official website of the developer.
Mixcraft.
If you have never come across work in digital audio stations, we recommend starting with Mixcraft. This program is equipped with everything necessary to create music, has a simple and understandable interface, and the newcomer will need the minimum amount of time to get comfortable.
As for the functionality, Mixcraft collected all the basic tools and functions present in other similar programs. From unique, I want to note the possibility of working with notes. It is implemented at the base level, but this will be enough for some users.
REAPER
Another representative on our list is REAPER, known to many digital audio workstation. It supports work in a multi-track editor, virtual musical instruments and MIDI devices. A sound recording from the microphone, import and export audio files is available.
We recommend paying attention to the built-in virtual machine, it provides a set of additional features. With JavaScript, the initial plug-in code is launched. Users can edit this code by changing some functions of the plug-in or completely converted it.
Cakewalk Sonar.
Sonar is a professional program for working with music. It supports use in a multi-track editor, has a built-in set of tools, loupes and samples. Users can connect additional MIDI devices or plug-ins while performing a small preset.
Audio recording is available from a microphone, as well as "Audio Snap", added in one of the recent updates. This feature allows you to synchronize tracks, adjust them to the tempo, align and convert. Cakewalk Sonar is distributed, however, the trial version is available for free to everyone.
Sony Acid Pr.
The professional program Sony Acid Pro, the principle of operation of which was originally based on the creation of music using lups (cycles). Each update corrected errors and added a new functionality. Now users have become positive about the ACID Pro, and many began to work in it constantly.
This representative is endowed with the same functions, possesses similar tools, like most such programs. There is a multi-track editor, a full-fledged work with MIDI devices is implemented, VST-plugins are supported. But this is not all, users can expand the capabilities of the program with third-party additions thanks to the ReWire protocol.
Presonus Studio One.
Studio One During the short existence, it managed to get an impressive number of fans who switched from other digital audio workstations to this. Interested in this program of many convenient implementation of functions, an individual approach to the selection of built-in tools and the original interface.
Due to the use of "Multi Instrument", a merging of several sounds occurs, so that something new and unusual appears. Use Presonus Studio One becomes even more comfortable due to the arranging track - it allows you to split the track into several parts and work with each separately.
The list turned out quite large, but not complete. On the Internet, there are still many similar programs that are suitable for writing bits, however, we tried to choose the best representatives providing unique functionality, simple and convenient to use.