It may not be game changer, but there should be enough new elements in Cubase 9 to keep upgraders happy. New users should definitely add Cubase to their ‘must-try’ list.
Cakewalk Sonar | £419 Review FM275 A well-bundled package with an audio-engine that beats some of its rivals on paper. Most certainly a heavyweight contender with enough extras to lure new users.
Avid Pro Tools 12 | £550 Pro Tools has now caught up with other DAWs, bringing in a fast workflow to match its power. It still only runs AAX plugins, and there are alternative subscription payment models
Image-Line FL Studio 12 | £64+ Review FM294 Despite bringing mostly functional updates, version 12 is great. Like a fine wine, FL Studio improves with age, and it’s a superb production environment any user.
Apple Logic Pro X | £139 Review FM270 Version ten of the popular DAW revamps the interface and introduces some long-awaited MIDI effects plugs. And let’s not overlook that price – wow!