Magix Samplitude Music Studio 15 user reviews ( 7/10) - 6 user reviews

• 12/12/08

  Audiofanzine FR's review

  Getting Started

  (Originally written by RajaSan/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
  
  No installation problems either with XP or Vista.
  
  
  
  No incompatibility with my Firebox and M-audio USB keyboard.
  
  
  
  I spent only 5 minutes with the configuration panel so the overall configuration is quite easy.
  
  
  
  The user's manual... I closed it almost as soon as I opened it and looked for answers elsewhere. I was lucky: a friend already used Samplitude (the normal version) and gave me some good tips.

  Suitability/Performance

  The software works fine with my Pentium IV 3,2 GHz (single core). Sometimes I have display troubles and I have to restart the project but it's ok considering the price.

  Overall Opinion

  I'm very satisfied. I don't want a huge software program. With this one, my Firebox, my USB keyboard and a computer (even a small laptop), I have a small and easy mobile studio.
  
  
  
  I tried out Music Maker 15 (and other Magix products) which was simpler, but you can't use any effects while recording. I bought Samplitude MS 15 because it allows me to use effects directly during a recording (reverb and more). And once the signal is recorded you can bypass the effect used during recording.
  
  
  
  I connected a couple of mics and a guitar into my Firebox and it worked immediately.
  
  
  
  Note for dummies, like me:
  
  
  
  Before recording set each track you want to record in mono mode so that one track = one sound card input (a stereo track uses two inputs).
  
  
  
  Once you recorded the track, you can edit each track after you separate them: right click on them and select object, ungroup objects.
  
  
  
  I'm sure I could connect a bass to the 4th input of my sound card without having a single problem, and also use the SPDIF inputs (when I find out what exactly they are for).
  
  
  
  I like to use the virtual synths (Vita and Revolta 2), it's fun and the sound is nice. I don't look for freeware synths anymore because these two are good enough for me. I will only keep my freeware VST soundfont player to keep and expand my sound bank (harmonica, accordion, church organ, violin, etc.).
  
  
  
  Beatbox 2 seems to be great to edit your own drum kits step by step. The effects provided sound good. The other synths bundled with Samplitude MS15 are not so good and I don't use them.
  
  
  
  Don't hesitate it! For the price, avoid Music Maker 15 and buy Samplitude MS15.
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• 10/20/08

  Audiofanzine FR's review

  Getting Started

  (Originally written by jose_good/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
  
  
  
  Automatic installation without problems.
  
  The user's manual serves as a good starting point.
  
  But if you are not gifted like me,
  
  you'll have to follow the instructions in the help file.

  Suitability/Performance

  My system: Pentium 4 3GB, Win XP, 2 GB DDR Ram, 700 GB HDD,
  
  M-AUDIO 192 sound card.
  
  Working at 32 bits/48 kHz with 10 ms latency is not a problem but I have only used 8 tracks at the moment.
  
  Very stable up to now.

  Overall Opinion

  I've used it 2 days.
  
  I specially like the fact that
  
  the Midi and FX are integrated into the audio sequencer.
  
  I don't have any cons at the time being.
  
  I tested several audio/midi sequencers like ORION, MAGIX 2005 DE LUX, FL STUDIO XXL, LIVE 4 lite, and I started out with E-JAY 4.
  
  Excellent value for money (client price at MAGIX).
  
  I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again.
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• 10/16/08

  Audiofanzine FR's review

  Getting Started

  (Originally written by Vincent tim/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
  
  
  
  Pretty straightforward and clear automatic installation.
  
  The printed user's manual isn't comprehensive, it's more like a quick guide.
  
  It's the same with most softwares, I really miss good and comprehensive printed documentation to read in the evening far away from the working environment.

  Suitability/Performance

  I have an "old" Pentium4 2.5GHz, 1GB Ram running Win XP. It works fine...

  Overall Opinion

  It's sort of an all-in-one solution: audio, internal Midi synths, accompaniment, harmonizer... Compatible with VST and Rewire
  
  You cannot really ask for more for this price.
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• 10/05/09

  B7's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  Installing Magix studio (16) is very simple. There's just a serial number for identification.
  
  
  
  I have not hurt to plug and all, without exception, have been recognized and work, as the UAD-1. Some additional tests will allow me to be 100%.
  
  
  
  The manual is sketchy, but one appears to french help each button making software understandable.

  Suitability/Performance

  My computer is a p4 2.4ghz 1.5 ram.
  
  the sound card is a mia.
  
  This configuration is stable since there is no internet and a ton of useless. The software seems to react. I loaded a few tries. mid, and then put the plug virtual adequate and everything seems to work. In fact, I see the same abnormalities of latency with Sonar when the project is loaded, but it's to my computer and my card.

  Overall Opinion

  I worked on logic and sonar Producer pc. It has done its job, so why magix studio 16? For the price and promotion. 60 euros (with other software) and here I am in the world of samplitude for a very reasonable price.
  
  
  
  I have tried Tracktion, Reaper and others in the same price range. If Tracktion were still maj then I would have bought.
  
  What I like about this software is simplicity that I never found in sonar. The interface is clear, precise and management of views is very simple. I needed a musical notepad and here I am with a tool that goes far beyond my expectations.
  
  
  
  I need simple tools to work, to ask a few ideas, like a notebook. Studio 16 has it all and I'm very comfortable. Within hours, you boss without questions asked. Sonar is a big factory and they get lost. From today I start all my projects in Magix and end with Sonar ....... if necessary.
  
  
  
  I would do this choice with his eyes closed.
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• 12/30/08

  la boite a rock's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  Trawl all and all no problem installing
  
  But stability forgiveness again.
  
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  manual do not talk about my time as all manual trs poorly explained or they are incomplete.

  Suitability/Performance

  Dell Pentium 4 (2.4GHz) 80 GB ram disk 512 windows XP Home 2003
  
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  Overall Opinion

  A week of all its not stable pourrave I do not like this software is not ca cubase is that it is expensive big boss and cheaper but if you look at it all have their default, but this one completely unstable audio sample pourrave zero.

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• 10/16/08

  Vincent tim's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Getting Started

  Simple and clear installation, automatic.
  
  paper manual but superficial enough for a quick overview
  
  like most current software, missing the good old doc paper, feed a desire for long sional reading off the work table

  Suitability/Performance

  An 'old' xp pentium4 2.5GHz and 1GB ram: a well-run ...

  Overall Opinion

  A sort of all in one: audio, midi synthesizers internal guide, harmonizer .. accepts vst rewire the
  
  what more for the price (49 output 'client magix' 59 regular price)

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