ACID Pro by MAGIX

Why Choose ACID Pro?

MAGIX ACID stands out with its legendary loop-based production workflow, pioneering the concept of ACIDized loops that automatically match tempo, pitch, and key for effortless music creation. This real-time flexibility makes ACID an ideal tool for beatmakers, remixers, and producers who want to sketch, arrange, and manipulate ideas instantly, without losing creative momentum. Whether you’re building tracks from pre-existing loops or creating original compositions, ACID offers an unparalleled blend of speed, precision, and musical flexibility that helps both beginners and professionals turn ideas into polished tracks fast.

What sets ACID apart even further is its seamless fusion of traditional multitrack recording with innovative loop-based arranging, giving users the best of both worlds. Its powerful audio editing tools, professional-grade mixing console, and extensive suite of included instruments and effects provide everything needed for full-scale music production. Combined with its user-friendly interface and decades of proven performance, ACID remains a go-to DAW for producers looking for creative freedom, rapid workflow, and the ability to transform ideas into finished songs with minimal friction.

• Current Version: 11
• OS Compatibility: Windows

Available Versions

• ACID Music Studio
• ACID Pro – Full DAW with professional loop-based music production features
• ACID Pro Suite – Includes additional plugins, effects, and sample libraries

Key Features

• Real-Time Sound Design Tools – Trigger sound effects, Foley, and music cues directly from your keyboard
• AI-Assisted Syncing – Automatically aligns sound effects and music to video cuts and transitions
• Massive Sound & Music Library – Over 70,000 royalty-free sounds and music cues (Pro version)
• Replace & Swap Sounds Instantly – Change any sound in your timeline with a single keystroke, all perfectly synced
• Searchable Metadata System – Find sounds by mood, intensity, genre, or keyword in seconds
• Timeline-Based Editing – Full DAW-style timeline with audio editing, automation, and effects
• Instant Sound Packs for Film Genres – Pre-curated libraries for horror, sci-fi, action, and more
• Custom Sound Import – Bring in your own samples and sounds to enhance your personal library
• Multi-Track Audio Recording – Capture voiceovers, Foley, or music directly into the timeline
• Direct Video Sync – Edit sound while watching your video playback in real time
• MIDI Controller Integration – Assign sound triggers to external pads, keys, or controllers
• Drag-and-Drop to Other DAWs – Easily export projects or individual assets to Pro Tools, Logic, or Premiere Pro
• Dynamic Markers & Hit Points – Automatically place sound effects at key video moments
• Built-In Effects & Processing – EQ, reverb, dynamics, and more for shaping your sound
• Instant Score Templates – Pre-loaded scoring setups for trailers, commercials, and short films
• Batch Export & Delivery Options – Export stems, mixes, or individual sounds for post-production
• Keyboard-Driven Workflow – Place, replace, and manipulate sounds without stopping playback
• Seamless Collaboration Tools – Share projects with editors, composers, and directors
• AI Audio Replacement – Automatically replace temp sounds with high-quality alternatives
• Cross-Platform Compatibility – Available on macOS, with Windows support in development

Who Uses MAGIX ACID?

• Diplo: The renowned DJ and producer began his music-making journey with ACID, as he shared in an interview:​
• “I started making music with ACID.”
• Porter Robinson: Before transitioning to other DAWs, Porter Robinson utilized Sony’s ACID in his early production days:​ “I started with Sony’s ACID, and then progressed to FL Studio, which now is my only sequencer/DAW.”
• Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike: This electronic duo has been seen using Sony ACID Pro during their travels, crafting mashups on the go
• Trentemøller: The Danish electronic musician and producer crafted his album “The Last Resort” entirely using ACID Pro and Sound Forge on his laptop
• Clams Casino: Known for his ethereal production style, Clams Casino exclusively used Sony ACID Pro 5 during a significant period of his career

Included Virtual Instruments

• Vita 2 – Sample-based instrument with a wide range of sounds
• DN-e1 – Virtual analog synthesizer with rich, fat tones
• Beatbox 2 – Classic-style drum machine for beat production
• Electric Piano – Classic vintage keys with customizable tone settings
• Pop Drums – High-quality acoustic drum sampler
• Concert Grand LE – Authentic sampled grand piano for studio-quality recordings

Included Plugins & Effects

• VariVerb II – High-quality algorithmic reverb for spatial effects
• Vandal SE – Realistic guitar and bass amp simulation
• essentialFX Suite – Compression, EQ, delay, and modulation effects
• Analogue Modelling Suite – Classic analog-style dynamics processors
• am|track – Tape saturation and compressor for warm, vintage sound
• DeEsser – Remove sibilance for clean vocal recordings
• Bitcrusher – Add digital distortion for lo-fi and experimental sounds
• Multiband Compressor – Fine-tune dynamics across different frequency ranges
• Limiter & Maximizer – Mastering-grade processing for final mixdowns
• Stereo Enhancer – Expand stereo width and depth for immersive sound

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