"How do these two programs compare to their Windows counterparts?"

I am mainly looking for an audio editing program. Multitrack capability is
also a factor. Those are pretty much my only two stipulations. If the
program has extra features, so be it. So, could you please enlighten me on
other Mac audio editing software out there...Thanks
-Luther


I used to be a long time PC guy. I've used Cakewalk, Sonar, Sound
Forge, and Samplitude. Then I decided to switch to Mac. I would never
go back. The Mac to me is a more user friendly set-up. I knew more
about Macs in 3 years then I did about PCs in 5 years.

OSX is great. It practically does everything for you. As for your
software, I've used Pro Tools for the last 3 years. It's great. If
you don't need a lot of inputs at the same time, get the digi 002. It
can be just as good as the full blown system, if you learn how to
"budget" your CPU and plug ins.

However, I'm doing a lot of MIDI (for film scoring). I checked out DP
and now I'm hooked. I think it is a superior program, but not as easy
as Pro Tools.

If you switch to Mac, there will be a learning curve, but also greater
stablity and control with either Pro Tools or Digital Performer.

Just as a reality check. My friend here in LA mixes major label albums
on Pro tools LE digi 001 with G4 1.2G with only 512RAM!!!!!!! He's a
genius with handling his plug ins.

In short:

Need more than 8 inputs at once, midi or transcriptions, go with DP
and like a 2408 or multiple 828mkII 's

If not, go with Pro Tools LE....even a used dig 001 and score some
free plug ins from a buddy

If you want to stay PC, Sonar gets my vote

Best
Catfish