Cubase SL vs. Tracktion 2

[DaFunkDocta2004]

I'm relatively new to computer-based recording, but am no slouch when it comes the "learning curve" and getting to know detailed systems. Tracktion 2 appears to exactly have what I need, but Cubase seems to be so much more in the editing department its scary, lol. See, I'm just a hip-hop producer who's big on collaboration. My upgrades have been slow, but consistent over the years, so I'm sure of how I want to work: get the job done with above average quality without complicating things for myself with too much extra this and that which could just distract me from what I love most, collaborating with other engineers and artists on the mix to really explore the possibilities. I think I want a program for its convenience and quality moreso than being able to "do it all". Hope this isn't too confusing, but anyone's input on these two programs would be greatly appreciated.

 

[maddogg]

use traction 2... cubase is made to be the studio do it all.

 

[Bosta]

i use cubase only for recording and it works good for me - want u just try getting both the demos and see which one works best for your needs

 

[2_nice]

i think cubase is a better decision for the collaberating artist

the sx version will allow omf import and export (also sonar, pro tools, digital performer, logic etc.) which is a good collaberation tool so maybe you should think about that

also if you are using hardware mostly in the composition stages of beats and using a daw to record etc. nuendo might be the better option