All user reviews for the Image Line FL Studio 9

trouble-free installation, easy to configure.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

I use windows vista, intel core duo, 2 gig ram
the software runs smoothly in this configuration
stable configuration

OVERALL OPINION

I use it since 2008, this is my first software component I spent a protools now, but I still use it from time to time,
+ the complete software, many pluggin virtual intruments and EQs, reverb ....
the - you must assign each track to mix a bit laborious when you have to mix 20 tracks
Good value for money, I will remake choice eyes closed

FL Studio only runs on Logic. I run it on Windows XP and it works fine. It hav never crashed except when it's the plugin's fault. It's the easiest DAW to work with and ideal for newcomers. All the features are easily accessible. FL has a great manual online and physical that has helped me a lot.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

I've been using it for over a year and on my 32bit 2.0GHz 2GB RAM Gateway I don't have problems with it. Definatly one of the least CPU intensive DAWs on the market. I know you can't use 64bit plugins with FL because they don't make a 64bit version of 9 and even 10 only has a bridge that turns your 64bit plugs to 32bit.

I use FL with an MPD24 and a Casio midi controller and setting up and integrating them with FL is a breeze.

OVERALL OPINION

FL is better at some stuff than others. For instance, FL is terrible at recording vocals. I would definatly not recommend this program if that is what your going to be doing. However, I love FL for making beats. I can make very complex beats in half the time with FL than any of DAW just because of the way FL functions.

Mixing isn't the best in FL either. By now you should be realizing FL is just awesome for making a beat, not much else. I still mix in FL because it's better than tracking out the beat and mixing it in another program in my opinion.

I like the plugins that FL comes with. Toxic Biohazzard for example is a plugin I use a lot. The reverb that FL comes with is also one of my personal favorites on instruments.

Overall FL has it's advantages and disadvantages. If your going to make beats with live instrumentation I wouldn't recommend it, but if your just going to make beats and mix them I would give FL a try. I've tried every DAW that is compatible with my computer and I've always landed on FL in the end.

The installation is done it without problems?
No worries

Have you experienced any incompatibilities?
No

The general configuration is easy?
Yes, very, consider installing the ASIO4ALL driver for those who do not have sound card, as in all the software what.

The manual is clear and sufficient?
The manual is clear, but the online manual is in English, as the software.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

What is the configuration of your computer? (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Disk / sound card ..)
I5-core Intel 4GB ram-5000 rpm-no sound card

The software works he correctly on this configuration?
Well

This software + hardware is stable?
Perfectly



OVERALL OPINION

For how long have you been using it?
6 months

What is your opinion about the value for the price?
For 200 euros (full version) in December 2010, so really, you like to compose is certainly a good choice, and even if you're already equipped, because, again, with this software, and a little knowledge (anyway), we can make sounds great qualities.

the least?
Software entirely in English, but anyway, it's very advisable to speak English, because in this environment, I mean like the rest of FL Studio, lots of good info, will never be translated.

most?
Facilitated the composition, the multiple functions offered by the software.
There is (in the version "signature bundle") to a realization, from A to Z!
In addition, and the only thing "Image line" done in this area, once the software has gained, all updates are FREE!

Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice?
Heuu .... I do not know ... good to go, I say yes!
See the website "fruityclub", the French community in FL Studio for more information. This site is very busy, and many interesting things are to discover.