Pro Tools
8.4#4 in audio editing softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Pro Tools | RipX DAW |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Support | Users can get help through community support, and those with an active support contract, subscription, or Avid Support Code can create a support case or call Avid. | The trial page directs users who run into problems to contact the maker’s team for assistance. |
| System requirements | Avid specifies 16 GB RAM, an internet connection for installation and activation, and 15 GB free installation space. | The maker lists macOS 10.15 or later and 64-bit Windows 8, 10, or 11, with a minimum of a 2-core 2.5 GHz CPU, 8 GB RAM, and 20 GB free disk space. |
Pro Tools suits music creators who need recording, MIDI, editing, and mixing tools in one workstation. Studio and Ultimate may also suit audio post users who need video tracks and timecode.
RipX DAW suits musicians and audio editors who want to separate mixed recordings and change individual notes. PRO may suit users who also need the listed repair, harmonic-editing, scripting, or plug-in features.