Samuel Davis Jr

I don't think I've looked into that one. I really like using Cubase though. I've seen some people complain about it being hard to use but to me it just makes so much sense compared to other DAWs that I've messed around with. The German music companies really makes some great products IMO.

I do support Cubase. I upgraded last year from the free version that came with my interface to the paid elements package which is the lowest of their 3 tier system. I though I had to upgrade to the pro version to get side chaining but after some quick research I can get that with the artist version which might be in my price range at $200. That may be my best bet.

I downloaded cakewalk last night. It does allow sidechaining but it took me forever to figure out how to use the program and then it was still a pain. I'll have to watch some videos on YouTube and see if it gets any easier. Cubase just seems so much more user friendly to me but then I've been using it for about 3 years.

Does Cakewalk have sidechaining capabilities?

I use Cubase because it came with my interface when I was getting started a few years ago, but also because I have a friend that went to Fullsale for audio recording and that is the main DAWs that he uses in his studio. He showed me quite a bit to get started and now that I understand the interface I'm able to easily build off of what he taught me. The only downside I have at the moment is that I don't have the full version and do not have sidechaining capabilities. That hasn't been a big deal to me before but since I've started producing EDM now I need to either upgrade or find a cheap DAW that has sidechain capabilities. I was thinking about trying out Cakewalk by Bamdlab. Does anyone use that and know if it allows sidechaining?

1. Do you sing, play an instrument or instruments? Yes What instruments? Vocals, Rhythm Guitar, a little Ukulele and Keys When did you start playing? Singing about age 8. Guitar and Keys in high school. Ukulele about 2 years ago. Did you teach yourself? Voice: No. Other instruments: Yes for the most part. 2. Are you in a band or bands? Yes What is the name of the band? Blackwater Jack What do you play? Front man and Acoustic Guitar What other instruments are in the band? Guitar, Bass and Drums Do you have a band website? www.blackwaterjackband.com 3. Do you write songs? Yes Do you write lyrics, music or both? Both Do you have a writing partner? No, but I have collaborated with lyricists occasionally 4. Do you record your music? Yes Do you use a home studio? If so what gear do you use? Yes. Windows 10, Cubase Elements 9, Band in a Box 2018, Ignite, a hand full of other VST Instruments, JBL Studio Monitors, Audio Technica large diaphragm condenser Mic. Do you use a recording studio? My Own Do you have music available on the web? if so where? Yes. My main website is www.sammycountry.com but you can also find my music on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Sound cloud, Musicoin and other major music websites. 5. What other roles do you perform in the music business? I guess music management, booking and promotions but only for my own projects. 6. Are you a tech head? Not really. 7. What country do you live in? USA 8. What are your ambitions? To wrote songs and get them licensed for film and TV. 9. Do you draw/paint/write stories/computer art/dance or other creative pursuit? I have done all of the above except write stories but now as a stay at home dad of two young boys and full time musician I don't have the time. What are your pastimes? Riding motorcycles and fixing up cars. 10. What would you like to get out of Songstuff? Meet other musically inclined people, listen to their creations, learn new techniques to improve my recordings and possibly collaborate with others.