5.0 out of 5 stars The Undisputed King of DAWs

H. · June 15, 2019

So, after many years of using FL's pirated version (straight back to Fruity Loops days) to finally owning a full license, I can say the feeling is exhilarating. FL Studio, in my opinion, is the best DAW out there, because it caters to those who prefer the simpler pattern-based way of doing things, and with its new versions also welcomes those who come from a more conventional DAW background (Cubase, ProTools).FL Studio really isn't the easiest DAW to learn (which DAW is?), but there are a ton of resources and training that anyone can access completely free of charge. Other than Ableton, I really don't think any of other DAW is as popular. Although it takes some learning, when you've learnt it, there's nothing you can't do in it; it really is that powerful.The stock sounds are synths that come out of the box are more than decent, and range from stellar, to great, to decent...to blah. But it's more than enough to get your feet wet. To truly see the full potential of any DAW out there, I'd advise anyone to get some VST synths, instruments and mixing plugins. But right out of the box, Image-Line gives you all the tools for the job, and then some. Speaking of tools, I have to touch briefly on FL's most powerful tool; the Piano Roll, which is arguably the best piano roll of any DAW - it's extremely powerful and versatile.What's best about Image Line and FL Studio is that it's the ONLY DAW on the market that gives you Lifetime Free Updates for the version you purchased! Yes, you heard correctly...you never have to pay for an update to the version you purchased. So I really don't know why I took so long to purchase this.My only con with this purchase is that I didn't receive the USB flash drive other users got. Instead, I only received the Getting Started manual and a serial license to register the product on Image-Line's site, which is good. But I was really hoping to have a physical product, for sentimental reasons. A black box just doesn't do it for me. But I suppose they stopped shipping this with the flash drive. If this was an error, I'd be happy if Image Line could send me the flash drive.All in all though, this was an excellent purchase. If you're still on the fence about getting this, don't be - just buy it and start making the music you've always wanted to make!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great deal for a top tier DAW

M.G. · January 24, 2024

I would highly recommend purchasing this software. Not only is it $50 cheaper here than anywhere else but its also in my opinion, one of the best production software's on the market. Many famous musicians are known to use this software. I also want to make it clear that although it says the software is easy to use, you can't just jump into this and create music. Like many other software's, you have to learn how to use it. Learn the shortcuts. There are many YouTube videos for beginners who have no idea what they are doing. Watch some videos before you jump in so you can avoid frustrations. As a beginner myself, I was able to learn a lot about this DAW and have now ordered a midi keyboard to further my learning progression. Overall, very happy with FL studio. The customer support was also very friendly when I called about questions and I received the package in no time at all.

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome

K.C. · January 5, 2026

I purchased this my son Christmas whose into music production and he is Loving this software, it allows him to make different beats and is well worth the price

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing entertainment. Pro music making tool.

H.C.S.D./.D. · November 30, 2020

This multi track program, og midi / analog / audio sound recording, midi sequencer, music program, is amazing, nothing short of ingenious.You can do everything here in terms of producing music, and reach far in sound processing.You can make as many tracks as you need, or want, as long as your home computer can cover them, and there are also midi gears and equipment - hardware / USB products, which the computer must also pull and supply power to via. the motherboard.You can tune everything on each channel, and that goes for effects and coloring of the sounds.You can make sounds yourself. You can record vocals - guitars etc. etc. And mix it all up and still build on the product. You can create audio libraries, delete instruments from already known recorded tracks, if you want to da a re mix of old songs track(s) with your own or dj's op to date 2020 sounds.You can edit allready made sounds or soundtracks, singles and even complete albumsThere are hours of entertainment and LEARNING in this program.Sound processing is to a certain limit, I suggest investing in Sound Forge AUDIO STUDIO 14 or another in the line of these.There are unimaginable possibilities, and there will be many more possibilities if you invest a little more in software and hardware.A sound mixer, a microphone, headphones, and a few studio monitors.(A slightly larger set up would typically require midi drums, midi keyboard (s), etc.)I am happy and satisfied with this purchase.In fact, I work with this program every day, several hours at a time, and in addition, I use pro tools.