Digital Audio Workstations—DAWs—are the center of every modern studio. But should you stick with the one you know or jump ship for something new? In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody tackle the big question: is it worth switching DAWs?
They break down the pros and cons of making the move. On the plus side, a new DAW might offer workflow improvements, better MIDI editing, unique plugins, or that one hidden feature that makes your life easier. On the downside? Steep learning curves, compatibility headaches, and the ever-present risk of spending more time learning software than making music.
Chris and Jody also explore the considerations you need to weigh: What kind of music do you make? What’s your workflow? Are you collaborating with others who expect files in a certain format? They’ll even cover the differences between major DAWs—Pro Tools, Logic, LUNA, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, Reaper, and others—so you can see which platform matches your goals.
And, of course, they share their own experiences. What DAWs do they use? Why did they choose them? And would they ever consider switching? Spoiler: it’s not just about features, it’s about how the DAW feels when you’re in the creative zone.
Whether you’re new to music production with home studio gear or a seasoned pro weighing a big decision, this episode gives you the recording setup tips and perspective you need. And yes, expect some laughs along the way—because talking about DAW wars without humor would just feel too much like a forum flame thread.
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Gear we used:
Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E
Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E
Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.
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