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MPC Beats vs Pro Tools

MPC Beats

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Pro Tools

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FigureMPC BeatsPro Tools
Price fromFreeFree
Free planYesYes
Free trial——
Open source——
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
Plans published125
Spec score · Audio Editing Software7.8 (#69)9.2 (#2)
Free planYesYes
PurposeMPC Beats is free software inspired by the MPC workflow for beat making and music production.Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation for recording, editing, and mixing audio.
Third-party pluginsMPC Beats supports 64-bit VST2 or AU plugins, and Akai says VST3 plugins are not supported.Yes

Plans

MPC Beats

  • MPC BeatsFree

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Pro Tools

  • IntroPrice not published
  • IntroPriced on request
  • Artist$9.99 a month
  • Pro Tools Artist$9.99 a month
  • Pro Tools Studio$34.99 a month
  • Artist$99 a year
  • Studio$34.99 a month
  • Pro Tools Ultimate$99 a month
  • Studio$299 a year
  • Ultimate$99 a month

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Pro Tools

Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation for recording, editing and mixing audio on Windows and macOS. It includes MIDI tools, virtual instruments, samples and arrangement features for music production. Recording options include loop recording, playlist comping, punch-in recording and support for up to 256 simultaneous audio inputs. Editing tools include Elastic Audio, clip gain, pitch manipulation and audio-to-MIDI conversion, alongside Slip, Grid, Shuffle and Spot modes. Mixing features include automation, flexible routing, folder tracks and plugins, with spatial rendering for Dolby Atmos and Audio Vivid. Studio and Ultimate include video tracks and timecode for sound-to-picture work. Intro is free forever and lists up to 8 audio, instrument and MIDI tracks. Artist costs $9.99 a month, Studio costs $34.99 a month and Ultimate costs $99 a month. Avid specifies 16 GB RAM, 15 GB free installation space and an internet connection for installation and activation. Community support is available; direct support cases or calls require an active support contract, subscription or Avid Support Code.

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