Just got an iMac for music applications

[Sparkly]

So I wanted to say "Hi!" I haven't had a Mac since my very first two computers, AGES ago. (First one was a "Mac 512k enhanced" -- anybody remember those?!)

I was having difficulties with music sequencing/recording etc. with my PC, and want eventually to integrate music and video; it was recommended that I start over with a Mac, so here I am! I've got my Kurzweil hooked up through an M-Audio interface, and am just working my way up from Garageband to Logic Express and then to Logic and then what, I don't know. I'm way behind.

Anybody else using their Mac for music?

[Bongo Prophet]

1. Congratulations, Sparkly. Logic is a very good way to go.

It is about as powerful as one could need.
If you like experimenting with sound design exploration, check out metasynth.
I'm staying out of DU for the most part these days - the rancor and stupidity took its toll - but I check in the mac area occasionally, and am focused on volunteering for the Obama campaign here in Texas.

I do wish you best of luck on your setup, and if you run into issues or successes, please post here!
all the best,
bprophet :hi:

[Sparkly]

2. Hey Bongo!!

I didn't know you were a mac & music person, too!! :hi:

I'm still learning. I bought that one-to-one training thing they offer (a great deal, as long as you use it!). They suggest I start with Garageband and then move to Logic, but I keep trying to jump ahead. Then I get confused.

I love how streamlined everything is. I just got Garritan's Steinway plug-in and am getting started with that. Doesn't make my Kurzweil feel like a Steinway, but I get a sense it could sound good in a recording.