Hello, just signed up for subscription. I have a basic knowledge of production and am looking for the next step. I am using ableton 7 however I was thinking of switching to logic 9 as an education version can be got for like £115, whats everyone’s thoughts on this?
Also im going to be using a macbook to make music in the future anyone else use one of these, is the screen size a big issue for ya?
Do a bit of DJing aswell mostly commercial and rnb/hiphop these days tho im into house music baby 
If you are a Student - EDU versions are fine.
I wouldnt be buying one if you’re not Mate.
They might be cheap… but you’ll run into trouble if you are not actually a student.
Theres usually different conditions on upgrading to the next version if you are on EDU… But I think with Ableton dont mind as long as you pay the upgrade fee in full. Other companies are stricter.
Also - You can only sell an EDU version to someone else who is a Student.
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This is how Ableton educational discounts work:
- Check your eligibility
- Buy your Ableton product at the discounted price from your local music store or the Ableton webshop
- Verify your educational status (to show us that you really are a student or teacher)
- Install and authorize your Ableton product
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If you intend on playing out live on your MacBook (tear), I would stick with Live. Ultimately, you should use a DAW that you enjoy using to make music. It should be fun to you. I have used both Logic and Ableton. When I was using Logic, I got so frustrated I took a hiatus from producing for about 6 months b/c of the frustration. I was introduced to live about 5 or 6 months ago and I love using it. I find it intuitive and fun and it makes the workflow very fun…until someone jacked my sh*t. Thats besides the point though.
Bottom line, choose a DAW that you have fun using. Try to get a copy or use a friends copy of Logic before you buy.
yeah totally agree with howie, i really hit a wall with logic, although its still imo the best package around its nowhere near the fun of live and fun is what makes tracks easier to get finished.