Any Mac Pro users recording music and/or voice-overs?

[Lint Head]

1. I use Pro Tools which has a bit of a learning curve because it is the standard recording industry

software though Stienberg, Cubase are also good. Good recording software comes with a standard virtual mixing board so you don't really need a hardware board. It has advantages because it gives more interactive control over mixes but is becoming less and less necessary. The less expensive way is to use the software with and interface like Avid, or Mbox. I use Mbox Pro. You need an interface to plug in your mics and instruments and most have an intergrated preamp for mics that need one..

The reason I use Pro Tools is because I do recording sessions here in Nashville and the majority of the Studios use it which makes it more compatible when I do overdubs at home. You should choose a software that meets more of your personal needs.

Oh, on edit, I'm using an IMAC. MACs opperate the same across the board except you need a good battery for your Macbook Pro