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PreSonus Studio One 6 Artist

DAW Software with Unlimited Tracks and Plug-in Suite - Mac/PC AU/VST3
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If you're using Pro Tools, AAX plug-ins (or RTAS for older versions) are what you need. Most other Mac DAWs support AU plug-ins. VST is compatible with a number of Mac and Windows programs. Be sure you choose plug-ins that work with your DAW!

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Streamline Your Creative Workflow

PreSonus Studio One 6 Artist is a DAW built to remove the roadblocks and learning curves of creating music in the digital age, providing you with all the inspiring tools you require to create. Just like the Professional Version, Studio One 6 Artist boasts unlimited tracks and an exceptionally easy-to-use, 1-window drag-and-drop functionality that’s sure to streamline your workflow. In fact, Studio One 6 Artist is loaded with a host of features that take its accessibility to a whole new level, including smart templates and a fully customizable user interface that allow you to precisely tune Studio One 6 to meet your exact needs. No matter your skill level or experience, PreSonus Studio One 6 offers a comprehensive production solution at a value-packed price!

What’s new in Studio One 6?

Both the Professional and Artist versions of Studio One 6 come packed to the brim with a host of industry-leading features. Whether you’re podcasting, tracking, mastering, or sketching out a live performance, the new Smart Template feature significantly streamlines the creative process by instantly providing you with the exact tools you need right from the get-go. Next, the user interface has been reworked to be fully customizable, allowing you to completely restructure Studio One 6 to maximize efficiency. When you’re looking to sculpt and tweak the finer details of your next project, you’ll be sure to appreciate how many of Studio One 6’s built-in tools — including the autofilter and ProEQ3 — have been greatly upgraded from their previous iterations. Finally, the new de-esser, alternative panning modes, and virtual instrument sidechain support open up unlimited sonic possibilities.

Instantly accessible audio production

Here at Sweetwater, we’re often asked what sets Studio One apart from other DAWs on the market. Our answer is always the same: it boasts an effortless and accessible workflow without compromising on studio-quality functionality. Studio One is equally suited for the novice as it is for the professional producer, and the simple drag-and-drop workflow allows you to create beats, tracks, or even fully mastered songs in record time. No manual diving or online troubleshooting — Studio One is perfect for musicians and producers who require a DAW with both instant accessibility and professional-level depth.

Simplified collaboration with PreSonus Sphere

Studio One 6 further improves functionality with PreSonus Sphere, making it a breeze to save, share, and collaborate with musicians across the globe! This cloud-based system allows you to access your projects anywhere, and it’s also a failsafe backup that ensures you never lose your data. You can even directly invite others to collaborate on a specific project — even if they’re not a PreSonus Sphere or Studio One 6 user! Plus, Studio One 6 provides an intuitive way to search, explore, and download any PreSonus Sphere content.

PreSonus Studio One 6 Artist DAW Software Features:

New to Studio One 6:

  • Smart templates provide you with all the tools you need for your next project right from the get-go
  • Customizable user interface allows you to restructure Studio One 6 to optimize your workflow and maximize efficiency
  • Upgraded ProEQ3 and autofilter to fine-tune your audio tracks
  • New plug-ins, including a de-esser to reduce vocal sibilance or any other high-frequency sound
  • Sidechain support for greater flexibility when using virtual instruments
  • Improved start page for neat and easy organization of various projects
  • Alternative panning modes — balance, dual, or binaural — to give your listeners a more immersive audio experience
  • Note controller support for Mai Tai, Sample One XT, and Presence XT

Other Studio One 6 Artist features:

  • Easy-to-use, value-packed DAW software
  • Simple 1-window environment with drag-and-drop functionality and multi-touch support offers intuitive workflow
  • Create and produce music with unlimited audio and instrument tracks, buses, and effects channels
  • Aux Channels let you easily integrate external hardware
  • Craft entire songs from sections via the Arranger track
  • Loaded with 5 impressive virtual instruments: Impact XT multichannel drum sampler, Presence XT sample player with 14GB sound library, Mai Tai polyphonic analog modeling synth, Mojito monophonic subtractive synth, and Sample One XT sampler
  • Loaded with 32 Native Effects, including ProEQ2 and Analog Delay
  • Patterns emulate the workflow of traditional hardware step sequencers
  • Add your own third-party VST and AU plug-in effects, processors, and virtual instruments
  • ReWire support lets you integrate audio and MIDI from compatible apps
  • Includes 7GB of royalty-free loops and content
  • Get the most out of your computer and audio interface with 64-bit support and up to 786kHz resolution
  • Export tracks to SoundCloud and enjoy other integrated services such as PreSonus Shop and PreSonus Exchange
  • Studio One Remote app support lets you control your sessions when you aren't at your desk
  • Use Pro Tools, Cubase, Sonar, and Logic shortcuts or create your own
  • Compatible with ASIO-, Windows Audio-, and Core Audio-compliant audio interfaces
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Tech Specs

  • Software Type: DAW
  • Platform: Mac, PC
  • Upgrade/Full: Full
  • Download/Boxed: Download
  • Bit Depth: 64-bit
  • Format: AU, VST3, ReWire, Standalone
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i3 or higher, 8GB RAM or more recommended, 20GB disk space
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i3 / AMD A10 or higher, 8GB RAM or more recommended, 20GB disk space
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.14 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
  • Manufacturer Part Number: S16 ART

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Way Smarter Than I Am - In A Good Way!

I have limited working experience with DAWs, but Studio One seems to me at once easy to use and incredibly powerful. I'm currently recording a song demo by adding recording instruments one at a time, and the editing options, layering, FX, etc. are all top notch. This thing is so much fun!
Music background: Jack of all trades amateur musician and songwriter
Rated 5/5

It Was Awesome while it Lasted

For a Solid 2 Weeks.
It Was A Brand New HP OMEN. A Studio One 6 Artist Software and Ofcourse The Monthly Subscription with all the GLORIOUS Musical Sounds I can Fathom were and WAS the ONLY true Present, I spent on myself in a Good 10 YEARS because I Truly wanted to Step my Hobby of Music Up.
Only to be Fired before Christmas after 3 Solid Years and Numerous Injuries and Scars on my Body from Construction and My Hot Headed Friend/Boss., After I already Splurged $2,500 on All my Family. Literally 0.16 cents in bank account.
I couldn't come to Taking my Families present's right back. So I undoubtedly and unfortunately Returned all my products that I never really got to fall in love with.
But I assure you at the Rate I was going I was Digging and Researching like Neo in the Matrix.
It was and It eventually be Amazing again.
Also, BiG BiG props to your Staff at SWEETWATER. Customer Service was Primo, The Education and Love they have for their Craft and Openness to explain for LITERALLY an Hour easy to a Rookie like myself their Love for music in Different Fields and how Sound is Produced. Sound Engineer obviously he Was, blew me away and made me Feel like I Found a Cool Family.
Also Sorry about being late on my Subscription. I'll get you hopefully in a few Days here. Then hopefully a computer again. Lol
You Guys Rock, You've earned yourself a Annoying Customer for life with a lot of Questions as I Grow. Be Safe.
Future Music Producer: Sebastijan Veselji
Music background: Just a Dork, Who digs anything from Shubert, Mozart, 2Pac, Nancy Wilson, To Bob Marley, now it's Italian and French Music for some odd reason but you get the Point. It's the Only thing that Truly Understands me. I could careless who likes my Beats. I unde
Rated 5/5

Life without Protools

I have been a Protools user since 2011 and would not have changed then came subscription. Though I not against subscriptions I could no longer justify my sub with Protools. I did have a perpetual license for Protools 12 academic at the time I was attending college. Protools was all I knew, when I dropped the sub after two years, I thought I would just go back to 12, that's when things went south. Could not find 12 on the Ilok, at that moment I decided to move on too much frustration. Downloaded Reaper and Studio One and happy I did, I love Reaper and Studio One. I have spent more time with Reaper, and the community is very supportive and the software is constantly updating. Studio One the learning curve was more difficult for me but I got it, great software. Don't be afraid to change, when I listen to music I hear the artistic expression not the DAW. Final verdict make music with the least path of resistance.
Music background: Gospel Music Recording Producer
Rated 5/5

The best music production software in my opinion

No doubt about it, it was the best software purchase I have ever made.
Music background: Band leader, lead singer, Plays most Instruments.
Rated 5/5

This DAW is both complex and simple; designed for the beginner and pro.

I am blown away with the capabilities and functionality of this DAW. Yet it is easier than ever to learn how to use it to get the results you want. So much one click functionality and so much automation. Studio One has surpassed it's competitors.
Music background: Singer/Songwriter

Sweetwater and PreSonus go way back, and that makes a lot of sense. Like Sweetwater, PreSonus is largely staffed by active musicians, songwriters, live sound techs, and engineers, and like Sweetwater, their culture shows up in everything they do. Early on, PreSonus broke ground by offering super-affordable audio interfaces that brought quality recording to home studio engineers everywhere. In the following years, we've been with them as they introduced a powerful, artist-friendly DAW, groundbreaking digital mixers, and more - all products we at Sweetwater use ourselves. One thing that's never changed, even as PreSonus has branched out into new territory, is that they've always done everything possible to provide you with the best value, and we're proud to stand by their products.

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