Cockos Reaper 2 user reviews ( 9/10) - 23 user reviews

• 02/18/09

  Jaimun's review

  Getting Started

  I realized I was using Cubase as an empty shell, a place to run plugins.
  
  Reaper does it as well, or even better. You can route anything to anywhere.
  
  I got tired of 4.7Gb installations. Reaper is like a 4mb zip file, and you can make it portable, running from a small usb drive.
  
  I can teach and give it to interested people, with a nice collection of free plugins that are so common now on the web. And it's included plugins are really powerful.
  
  
  
  But remember, you can use it without any restriction, but it's not really free, if it becomes an important tool you should pay the small amount they ask for it (I did, and I feel fine).
  
  
  
  I love small, cheap, good and non-intrusive software.

  Suitability/Performance

  Tried it on 5 or 6 different computers, no problems at all.
  
  With QuataFire 610, FastTrackPro, IndigoDJ or Asio4all, always perfect!!!
  
  It is skinable, and it adapts to big or small screens, even on mini laptops.

  Overall Opinion

  As good as the big expensive sequencers, but small, portable, big user base and constantly updated.
  
  I can use it as my main audio sequencer.
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• 09/27/08

  afterglow479's review

  Getting Started

  This program is great! Just wanted to say that first. It installs with no problem. You can download the installer for free from Cockos' website. I had no compatibility issues with my system. The configuration goes fairly in depth, but if you don't care that much about optimizing your software perfectly, it doesn't need to get very complicated. The manual is provided digitally, and is extremely thorough. Even though this program is free, you are not getting short changed on the quality of the program and documentation.

  Suitability/Performance

  I have my own custom built system. It's an intel motherboard and dual core processor, with 4GB of RAM and plenty of hard drive space. I also run Windows XP for my operating system. Reaper works great on my computer. It very rarely gets sluggish unless I am really using a ridiculous amount of plug-ins. Reaper itself has a small memory footprint, and seems to be coded very efficiently. It is also very stable. It does crash from time to time just like any audio program will, but it is a small amount when compared to some of its big name competitors.

  Overall Opinion

  I have been using Reaper for the past couple years when I switched away from Cakewalk's Sonar. Sonar was also great, but I felt that Reaper was just as good, and it's free! Obviously my favorite thing about it is the price, but the workflow and general layout design of the interface is very intuitive and easy to learn. It is also becoming more widely supported by third party plug-in developers as time goes. Beyond that, almost every VST plug-in I have tried to use with Reaper has worked, and in most cases when there is a problem, it is something that you can deal with like a graphical error. Cockos also includes some high quality plug-ins of their own design to get you started with a good collection if you are new to digital audio. The value is amazing, considering the price of $0. I plan to keep using Reaper for the foreseeable future.
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• 03/02/11

  hhub92's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " there is no better!"

  Getting Started

  Flawless installation, fast and without difficulty on Windows XP, Win 7 and under Wine with Jack Wineasio and in different versions of Linux: Ubuntu Studio 8, 10 and whose variants tangostudio KX studio, Fedora 12.
  
  
  
  The general configuration does not seem very difficult but it is true that I am beginning to know by heart. We must above all learn and know the principles of ASIO for recording in real time and without latency multitrack, and effects plugins (VST, including but not only), instruments (VSTi) and you begin to s and to acknowledge.
  
  
  
  The interface is intuitive as for multitrack magneto I've ever had: there are tracks, must be cocked, determine where it makes the sound that you hear the track etc..
  
  
  
  Very simple with few tracks, and very very powerful.

  Suitability/Performance

  VAIO Athlon 2X II 340, 4 GB RAM, Toneport UX1, UX2 sometimes (but it has blown somewhere and not work well), and 4 USB Multimix.
  
  
  
  In Win 7, UbuntuStudio 8.04, Fedora CCRMA XII, TANGOSTUDIO, KX STUDIO ... I put everything in the multiboot, while running with the Multimix (no usable driver for Linux Toneport, yuck)
  
  
  
  Correct performance without more, I think 3.4, but I do not know the scale.
  
  
  
  Works flawlessly, very few bugs, except when I forget to start first and run Qjackctrl Wineasio. Once started, impeccable, whatever my track count and VST more or less heavy.
  
  
  
  Stable configuration, never freezes or crashes in these conditions.

  Overall Opinion

  I REAPER for at least three years after finding that Audacity was not really a multitrack recording software.
  
  
  
  I tested various other, sometimes as simple as a demo version but never paying expensive software. Linux, for free there are things like, "almost" as well (Ardour + Rosegarden + Jack ... etc.)
  
  
  
  I like everything: cheap, powerful, intuitive, multi-platform and OS, but receives many VST is already equipped with the essentials to turn. And install on an external drive or a USB key, as very lightweight and well written.
  
  
  
  Like less withdrawals versions all the time because I have to upgrade my OS and all configurations can be different if I do not take care.
  
  
  
  The trial version not restrained, with 5 seconds delay at startup to remind that this is a demo is free! ! We do not share the best free software. The paid version is less personal than a game console: unbeatable value for money in my opinion.
  
  
  
  With experience, I would first hand over Ardour free, or I would start testing REAPER free to give me a hand, and I would resume a license because I have not found anything better yet.
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• 04/17/10

  djspiritcrpc's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  is very fast, no iLok or stuff like that
  
  
  
  the config is done quickly and more customization options are numerous
  
  
  
  no compatibility issues
  
  
  
  Unfortunately the manual is not translated in french but I came across posts from users trying to do ...

  Suitability/Performance

  2x quad core xeon 5450
  
  8 gig of ram
  
  A velociraptor 300
  
  2 discs with 2 terraces
  
  1 Prismsound orpheus
  
  
  
  no stability problem
  
  
  
  The software works perfectly
  
  
  
  to many plugins and tracks performance level equal reaper is much less demanding than all other sequencers

  Overall Opinion

  it's been three months since I have a blast on it and I think there is a playful side to use this app while being super responsive and pro
  
  
  
  I worked a day for years (20 pins) on Cubase, DP, ProTools, Nuendo
  
  
  
  I would do without hesitation that choice
  
  
  
  + The value for money
  
  + Personalization features in terms of function, appearance, groups (folders), everything is configurable in all directions
  
  + Routing endless possibilities
  
  + Console Mix
  
  + Drag and drop plug-ins not endless pop-up menus
  
  + The possibility of direct effects on an audio segment in the timeline by sliding over
  
  + A community of enthusiasts who participate actively in the evolution of reaper
  
  + The quick updates
  
  
  
  -No translation but I speak good English
  
  -No user manual in French
  
  No score-making difficulties for some personal but I've always used the piano roll
  
  I think other designers sequencers should start looking closely reaper as it allowed me to increase my productivity ...
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• 05/27/09

  Et_studio's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  - The installation is done it without problems?
  
  No worries, and updates are installed on demand, when you start the application. Easy ...
  
  A little more than that, personal, it's great: you can install the program on a USB key (or other storage medium), so our little virtual studio with us everywhere.
  
  - Have you experienced any incompatibilities?
  
  No, no.
  
  - The general configuration is easy?
  
  It depends ... As such, it is not complex to jump start recording / playback. But the tool is very complete, everything is customizable, which may make it complicated if you want to leave the basic settings. No doubt the complexity also comes from a background of several years of Cubase, the parameters are more or less the same, but how to configure them is a little different. We must also recognize that, until now, all my questions were answered in the manual.
  
  - The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
  
  Yes, great.

  Suitability/Performance

  - What is the configuration of your computer? (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Disk / sound card ..)
  
  see my profile
  
  - The software works he correctly on this configuration?
  
  Yes, it runs without worry, and it seems that the use of CPU resources is more efficient than Cubase. Cubase, my PC was struggling to run a Pianoteq BFD2 + + + Yellow Tools Majestic else in audio (from 1 to 4 tracks guitars, or vocals, effects). The same pieces in Reaper, I take a look at the performance, and he still room (a lot of room, even).
  
  - What performance? (If quantifiable)
  
  Quite good, even excellent. My experience was limited to Cubase, so I can not speak over other software. Reaper meets my expectations, and returns the Steinberg developers to their current programming.
  
  - This software + hardware is stable?
  
  Generally, yes. However, I have a crash from time to time, especially when I want to move from a project "Heavy" (with VST instruments on several tracks) to another. Maybe it's me, but I can not find the proper way to close a project, keeping Reaper open, to open another window in a vacuum.

  Overall Opinion

  - How long have you use it?
  
  It'll be a few months. I was convinced by the demo, I tried a little over a month without any loss of functionality (kudos to Cockos for this approach).
  
  - What is so special that you like most and least?
  
  + Everything is configurable
  
  + Class performances
  
  + Quick start (a few seconds to be operational)
  
  + Quality effects
  
  + Routing
  
  - The look of the basic version (the tastes and colors), but you can change everything
  
  - Having to relearn a new software, and get rid of habits Cubase ...
  
  - Have you tried many other models before buying it?
  
  All Steinberg
  
  - How would you rate the quality / price?
  
  Although the demo version is usable with no time limit, I thought that such a development should be rewarded. 50USD for a noncommercial license, and for such a product, I have not met anyone to complain about trade policy Cockos ... value / price ratio.
  
  - With experience, you do again this choice? ...
  
  Yes. I particularly regret not having tried it before.

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• 05/07/09

  ben f's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  - Installation is it without problem?
  
  Yes. Installing high-speed saw the file size.
  
  Because it does not just write in the registry or in hidden areas of the computer, no need to reboot it after installation.
  
  
  
  - Have you experienced any incompatibility?
  
  Not at this time and was ending for a year I use it.
  
  
  
  - The configuration gnrale is easy?
  
  The window configuration gnrale the soft launch of the first open REAPER and is intuitive, even for a person practicing the language of Molire. The only oddity I noticed is that The definition of the MIDI is in the audio.
  
  
  
  You should know also that this particular feature of REAPER is be extremely configurable in terms of its graphical interface. So that you can fully customize the look, the more sober than psychdlique.
  
  
  
  - The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
  
  What manual? Nothing is provided directly with the software. However, the site features a wiki Cockos (quite rich) and a 400-page PDF instructional enough, but totally in English. I think a non-English speaking beginners in computer music admarrer will struggle on without help REAPER ...

  Suitability/Performance

  - What is the configuration of your computer? (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Disk / sound card ..)
  
  Laptop with XP SP3
  
  Processor: Core 2 Duo T5500
  
  Memory: 2GB
  
  Hard Drive: 160GB
  
  DAW: Fast Track Pro M-Audio
  
  
  
  - The software works he correctly on this configuration?
  
  Zero-order.
  
  
  
  - What performance? (If quantifiable)
  
  The software begins to prove the difficulties when we reached the limits of Systm employee.
  
  
  
  - This software + hardware configuration is stable?
  
  My setup is perfectly stable. I have not had to reboot my PC after a crash REAPER.

  Overall Opinion

  - How long have you use it?
  
  About a year.
  
  
  
  - What is the particular feature you like best and least?
  
  The more I almost daily discovering new features that delight me, but I would say that the possibility of signal routing and management of VST are the high quality Premire m ' hit in REAPER.
  
  
  
  The least: the edition MIDI enough behind the monsters like CUBASE, but the features are now s'toffer on version 3.
  
  
  
  - Have you tried many other models before acqurir?
  
  CUBASE prs for 20 years ...
  
  
  
  - How do you report qualitprix?
  
  Outstanding! Inou!
  
  If REAPER had existed 20 years ago, I would have to normment economy.
  
  
  
  - With the exprience, you do again this choice? ...
  
  Eyes closed.
  
  
  
  - Dontologie
  
  I would like to say a final word about the fawn which Cockos considering its relationship with users REAPER: it is quite symptomatic of the philosophy that the collaboration of prside squenceur.
  
  
  
  TRUST: the marital word. Unlike all the gloves of the genre, REAPER is not being protected. You can use it for years: you will right a reminder of 5 seconds to launch pvous indicating that you have not registered the software. Passing these 5 seconds, it is available with full functionality until lights out!
  
  
  
  Why?
  
  Because Justin Frankel, the founder of Cockos, said that given the cot software ($ 50, or about 40 for a license intends a non-commercial use), people who use rguli rately REAPER will eventually buy it. Another advantage for Cockos (consquence and through to the end user) the development team does not s'embte dvelopper protection of ultra-sophisticated that they know well that hackers will enjoy the dmolir within two hours after the coming of the available software. This time the team passes the amliorer REAPER and thus attract new fans.
  
  
  
  In making the leap to honntet users, Frankel AFDR around the project a lot of customers who spend hours on the forum to advance in REAPER suggrant to add such DBUG particular functionality in versions of valuation in dveloppant new skins, etc. ...
  
  If I dared a comparison, I would say that REAPER is a little two-horse of squenceurs: Cheap, indestructible, compltement customizable and contains a lot of innovation and 'siouxeries' to work more quickly.
  
  
  
  All these qualities make without some features such as a partition editor (most of us do not care as the fortieth year) REAPER compares favorably with CUBASE or him size croupires on certain points.

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• 04/21/09

  luchogie's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  Watch in hand: Tlcharger 1 minute. Installation 15s.
  
  No incompatibility. No harder to configure than concurrently.
  
  Not need the manual.

  Suitability/Performance

  P4 3.6GHz, 2Gb RAM, sound card Echo MiaMIDI.
  
  The software runs perfectly smooth in Manir.
  
  No cracking even with 64 samples buffer (1.6m latency).
  
  Software perfectly stable.

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for one week.
  
  It runs super fast and I have not seen a bug. The interface is beautiful and functions are sufficient. I compare it to Cubase and Sonar, which he did not blush. Reaper certainly has fewer features than the two gloves, but what he does, he does it better bcp! Everything works better and is more enjoyable to use. With regard to the models (which is what most people with cubase, sonar, etc.) Reaper is perfect! A soft amazing.
  
  
  
  I hear the dj music snobs say, Cubase, Sonar, ProTools and company are themselves products srieux for musicians / producers and Reaper is just good for pimply teenagers who want to mp3. .. And I laugh.

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• 01/07/09

  gblais's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  No problems, everything is perfect for installation and use
  
  
  
  manual ... ?
  
  the forums are working well when there are problems (how to use EZDrummer ... answer quickly found through Google)

  Suitability/Performance

  I used it on several computers, the worse it is a PC Pentium 4 1.6 GHz with only 256 mb of ram, but it is quite limited with her lol, it was an instrument track 3 + 1 EZDrummer VST or 6 with no track and no ez drummer VST, beyond that, his''lag''.
  
  
  
  but with a 2GHz Pentium 4 1.5 gb of ram it is fine, no problems or limitations.
  
  
  
  ca has crashed two times on the 256 mb of ram, when there were 5 track with ez drummer vst and 3 or 4 by track ... but it's the computer that the program I think. Otherwise, it has crashed jamma.

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for a little more than 1 month.
  
  
  
  I love the most:
  
  
  
  its price, performance, simplicity (it is relative, but compared with the competition is good.)
  
  
  
  what I like least:
  
  
  
  ben euhm I do not know ...
  
  I have only used acid before, and I much prefer reaper.
  
  
  
  value for money is simply the best I think.
  
  
  
  I would do it on this choice.
  
  
  
  I have around 9 because it's not perfect, but it is the best on the market.

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• 12/26/08

  tom66's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

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  Suitability/Performance

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  Overall Opinion

  Compared to that I use cubase sx for 5 years I find this program better in many ways:
  
  
  
  - Performance: CPU more headroom, more stable, no crashes with many VST, instantaneous opening of the program, no zoom like a tedious project overloaded on cubase, everything seems more responsive.
  
  - Modularity: smart routing audi / midi, adding effects and navigation very intuitive once forgotten the previous habits. Modularity of the interface as well, with many skins really nice.
  
  - Possibilities: I see no obvious difference with software expensive, both in recording, editing audio and midi, mixing, automation, etc.. It is sometimes argued that it is less efficient than cubase at MIDI, I find it easier to use.
  
  
  
  In short I migrated. Counting a few hours to digest the specifics. Export / Import projects from my cubase is pretty tedious: export export midi + audio +? On all vst for each track (unless you have the presets). But it is a great way to take control of the software.
  
  
  
  Obviously it is a gas plant, so it's difficult to take over, especially since all menus are not perfectly organized. But overall I find it more intuitive than Cubase.
  
  
  
  Yet no French translation, but it suits me.

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• 10/31/08

  Patrick truelle's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  Installing reaper is just trs, plus the installation software is trslger. (3.43Mo for version 2.53), I speak against the PC version, unfortunately I do not possde mac for now.
  
  The handling is very simple, friendly interface, we can classify its virtual instruments and effects in case that is very practical if like me, there are many.
  
  I have not needed the manual so it is simple.
  
  on the other hand I can not make an audio, recording at least not in any case, lack of proper sound card.
  
  
  
  I just put 9 because I do not think there is a version in French has personally I do not really drang, but it can be a bit boring for those who do not speak the language of Shakespeare.

  Suitability/Performance

  I work on a PC rather old quip of a PIV 1.3 Ghz, 512MB of RAM and 80GB hard drive, it goes without problem, but adpend of what is in well sr, I can not put more than 2 rverbes convolution example, which can be a little Gnant for some large projects.
  
  Otherwise, this platform works Reaper trs well, im just put 2 or 3 seconds to get started.
  
  I also work on a brand new laptop (via a USB key) based on a dual core, 1 or 2 GB of RAM and plenty of hard drive, and thank you god for XP (for vista what is something else), by the cons is that of happiness, of course repa trs works well on this BCAN, I can use more "big" plugins (rverbes convolution, big synth etc ... ) without much problem.
  
  
  
  Trs Reaper is stable and hardly ever plant, it happened once or twice on large projects, so it's excusable.

  Overall Opinion

  I use Reaper for a year or two I know, I would do without this choice hsiter.
  
  I love the most:
  
  Trs evaluation version complte and everything is available (no noise, no less functions)
  
  The software is maintained day and each day brings up a new function INTERESTED
  
  A few small plugins installed directly reaper
  
  An active community either here or on the website of reaper
  
  You can install it on a USB key
  
  And (rather the last) less
  
  No French version.
  
  
  
  So I would put 10 because right now I have found no squenceur, "free" (Reaper is not free, evaluation version is just available ready-made) that provides as much functionality s him.

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