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Steep learning curve, but top-tier performance
October 21, 2021

Steep learning curve, but top-tier performance

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Avid Pro Tools

We primarily use this for podcast production, as well as other occasional or supplemental audio production needs for work with local arts organizations or marketing projects. This is a relatively narrow use case; it primarily serves folks involved with marketing, although it of course serves to benefit to organization as a whole. The software is highly effective at streamlining the audio production workflow.
  • Exceptionally deep shortcuts and workflow tools
  • Best-in-show control over individual audio clips
  • Excellent UI (especially for DAW veterans)
  • Very steep learning curve
  • Cloud projects are inconsistent
  • Stock plugins lag behind the competition
  • High level of polish
  • Streamlined compilation of vocal audio recordings
  • Industry-standard production tools
  • Workflow tools allow for efficient use of time
  • Marketing efforts highly beneficial to community presence
  • Audio production has high potential as a relatively low-traffic marketing space
As discussed above, these other products are likely better suited for home audio production, especially based on their integration of software instruments and their surface-level interface and tools. Pro Tools excels as a tool for professionals, who need to move audio along efficiently towards a polished form, especially in the context of vocal production.

Do you think Avid Pro Tools delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Avid Pro Tools's feature set?

Yes

Did Avid Pro Tools live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Avid Pro Tools go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Avid Pro Tools again?

Yes

Pro Tools is undoubtedly the best option for folks who have extensive experience with digital audio production and need to manage a steady pipeline of projects with vocal recordings and significant control over the final product. It can handle software instruments, but it has less of a comparative advantage there as opposed to certain competitors. It's less well-suited to folks who are unfamiliar with digital audio production workflow; they'll still be able to use it, but they won't be able to enjoy the benefits of the software.