Do you need any additional hardware to get started in Reason Essentials?
862106
As with all audio software, you need a digital audio interface. You can use the built in audio device in the the computer, however, the built in type usually are not good enough for most applications.
862107
I recommend an LPK25 MIDI keyboard and some headphones. That's my setup including reason essentials (I do have some m-audio bx5 studio monitors, but you don't need them just starting out.) I plan on upgrading to full Reason 6.5 or 7, but not getting any additional equipment right now. Hope this helps. Have fun!
862108
A audio interface is optimal, but it should work with the stock one in computer. A midi keyboard controller would also be good to have (I'm just using a 30 year old midi capable synth and it works fine as a keyboard input to the Virtual Synths in Reason, but if your doing strictly audio recording, you'll be fine without one. If your into synths, most of the coolest Reason Synths aren't included in essentials, but the Line 6 Amps sound really good for bass and guitar. Good luck.
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You should be fine. The system requirements for Essentials 1.5 from Propellerhead's website are:-Windows XP SP3, Vista or Windows 7 (these two are required for 64-bit)-3GB of free hard disk space-2 GB RAM-Intel Pentium 4 / AMD Opteron or better (multiple cores highly recommended)Upgrading to Essentials 2.0 or Reason 7, however, will give you problems since you won't be able to use it on XP. Have fun and make good music. :)
76137
Not really, only how to get started. If you have a Mac you need to download it. With a PC I think the CD has a manual on it.
668905
You still have to run the unifying software. Pretty easy setup. Takes less than five minutes.
2100465
reason is excellent for beginners, not sure why you heard that... more people began making beats on Reason than any other product. there's a zillion videos and the interface puts everything on the screen for you and not hidden in menus
345368
you have both options. Mine came with a CD. Downloading online will give you the most up to date software.
1842559
This is so cheap and basic that I HIGHLY DOUBT IT. I experienced no software whatsoever, just plug and go.
638808
Yes it comes complete with everything you need to start using it. Nothing more to buy for initial setup!
101316
Not mandatory. You can use the drive as is. I kept the software on - just in case I changed my mind and/or computer. Be careful what you delete, some of the software is not related to the back up application.
2160096
Yes. But really depends on how you are using it, if you are using it vanilla, anything that runs logic will work.
2050804
I would have the CD handy. I found that I had to use the CD for the software install. Thanks.
105246
Yes you need the software for the initial setup but I don't know if it's OSX compatible.
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Good day Jemaul ! To be honest with you. It'd better if you take your time and find a cheap deal on the hardware, then get a "Student Edition" of the full software for cheap. Thatt's how I did it when I went into Pro Tools 10.
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Good website. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge. I will probably go with the first one an get the software if needed. good advice. The new one looks pretty, gut I don't spend money if there isn't enough upgrade to justify the added espense.
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I did not have to install anything additional. Once the softward Display Link was installed I can have different information open on each screen, select the information one screen and simply drag it across to the other one, or you can copy and paste between screens
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Yes but will need to be formatted correctly. Research the install online and you should find what you need.
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It comes with everything needed to get you up and running. External power brick to provide you with extra juice, and the usb3.0 cable to connect to your PC