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Screen to Soundboard: How Audio Software Shaped an Industry

Audio software is an integral part of how we create. And not just music, either. Today's plug-ins and software suites dominate the airwaves, from radio ads and TV spots to podcasts and online content. From recording studios to front-of-house, DJ booths to film mixing suites, these tools have revolutionized the way sound reaches our ears.

Whether you’re scoring a film, tracking an album, or comping a voice-over — DAW software is your modern multitrack recorder. More than that, it’s the host to all your virtual instruments and effects processors. Leveraging the incredible power of today’s computers, music software provides capabilities and flexibility unimaginable decades ago.

Don’t like that EQ? Undo! Scoring a major motion picture? Avid’s Sibelius notation software automatically generates separate instrumental parts and instantly updates them as you make changes to your score. Learning a new instrument? Select from dozens of instructional software titles.

Want to improve the acoustics of your recording space? Check out a room correction package. Scratchy guitar? Reach for an audio suite. There’s no area of audio production that hasn’t been forever touched by today’s music and audio software.

Ignite Your Imagination with Music Production Software

Sweetwater stocks a comprehensive selection of music software titles from iZotope, Toontrack, Native Instruments, Propellerhead, and many more. But with so much to choose from, how do you know you’re getting the best music software for your particular needs? Not to worry! Sweetwater is uniquely qualified to ensure you’re buying music software that’s perfectly suited to your requirements.

How, you ask? Sweetwater was founded on digital audio expertise. Our founder, Chuck Surack, started the company in 1979 as the digital revolution was just getting underway. Ever the tech trendsetter, Chuck sold his grand piano in 1984 and purchased the revolutionary Kurzweil K250 sampling keyboard. Soon, he was creating custom K250 patches for major artists such as Stevie Wonder, Kenny Rogers, and Dolly Parton. The rest is history. Today, Sweetwater remains at the cutting edge of music technology and software.

Expert Insights You Can Rely On

Whether it's an authentic '76-style compressor or a streamlined IR loader you're after, you can count on Sweetwater. Our team of musicians and audio engineers is constantly putting the latest music production software and plug-ins to the test, both in our home studios and behind the glass of our world-class on-site recording facilities.

Searching for informed opinions on the latest DJ software, video editing software, or mastering software? You can skip the forums. Our highly trained experts have extensive consulting experience in your field of endeavor. Call us up at (800) 222-4700. We’ll help you choose the absolute best music software for your needs and budget.

Discover Your Next DAW, Plug-in, or Sound Library at Sweetwater

As the nation’s premier online pro audio and musical instrument superstore, Sweetwater offers a massive inventory of the finest audio products at great prices — and doing the right thing for our customers doesn’t end there! With our instant music software downloads, you’ll be laying down tracks with your new DAW in minutes.

Prefer boxed music software? You’ll love our fast, free shipping. And with our free tech support, you’ll enjoy peace of mind as you explore new audio frontiers. Looking for even bigger savings? Choose from hundreds of price drops, rebates, and bundled savings in our DealZone.

Bottom line: whether you’re cutting music for a picture or crafting your next hit, your Sweetwater team has the music software (and the expert knowledge) you need.

Related Audio Software & Plug-in Articles

Searching for the best DAW for your creation needs? Check out Sweetwater's DAW Software Buying Guide for help selecting your next music production software platform. Already up to speed on today's options? Then skip ahead to browse top picks in our Best DAWs for Beginners and Best DAWs for Recording and Mixing roundups.

Looking for plug-in recommendations? Sweetwater has numerous articles cataloging our top tools of the trade. If you're just starting out, our Must-have Plug-ins for Home Studios guide will equip you for the journey ahead with today's essential music-making software. For ambient works and lo-fi beats, see our Best Reverb Plug-ins for Home Studios summary. On a budget? Then You'll want to spend some time browsing Best Plug-ins Under $50.

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