Max
6.2#14 in sound design softwareFrom $120 a yearmacOSWindows
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SynthMaster 3
7.7#3 in software synthesizers$99 one-timeFree planiOSmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Max | SynthMaster 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 | 2004 |
Max plans
- Max Subscription$12.99 a month
- Max Subscription$120 a year
- Max 9 Permanent License$399, paid once
SynthMaster 3 plans
- SynthMaster 3$99, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 Free BetaFree
- Upgrade from SynthMaster 2$29, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 upgrade from SynthMaster 2$29, paid once
- Upgrade from SynthMaster One$49, paid once
- SynthMaster 3 upgrade from SynthMaster 3 Player$49, paid once
Pick Max if…
Max suits musicians and artists building audio or audiovisual work, as well as people prototyping software or hardware interactions. It also suits users who want to extend a patching environment with code.
Pick SynthMaster 3 if…
SynthMaster 3 suits music makers seeking a modular synthesizer with multiple synthesis methods, editing tools, and DAW routing options. Its standalone app and plug-in formats support Windows and macOS workflows.