MOTU Digital Performer 11 - Digital Audio Editing Software
MOTU Digital Performer 11 is an award-winning, cutting-edge digital audio workstation (DAW) designed to inspire musicians, composers, producers, and sound engineers. With decades of development behind it, DP11 offers a complete and refined music production environment that combines robust functionality with an intuitive workflow. From multitrack recording and MIDI sequencing to video post-production and live performance control, Digital Performer 11 provides the tools needed to take any creative project from conception to final mix, all within a single application.
This latest version introduces powerful new features such as the integration of Melodyne 5 Essential with ARA technology, which dramatically optimizes pitch and time editing. The revamped Nanosampler 2.0 expands sampling capabilities with ZTX time stretching, loop slicing, and a redesigned interface. Furthermore, the innovative Articulation Maps revolutionize working with complex orchestral libraries, enabling unprecedented expressive control. With features like retrospective audio and MIDI recording, you'll never miss a spontaneous idea again. Digital Performer 11 is not only a powerful studio tool but also a live performance platform thanks to its Clips window, which allows you to trigger loops and phrases in real time with popular pad controllers like the Novation Launchpad or Akai APC.
Main features
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Nanosampler 2.0: A complete update to the virtual sampling instrument, now including ZTX time stretching, beat slicing, and a completely redesigned user interface for fast, creative sound design.
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ARA and Melodyne 5 Essential Integration: Enjoy seamless, highly musical pitch and time editing. ARA (Audio Random Access) technology enables perfect communication between the DP11 and Melodyne, making corrections faster and more intuitive.
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Articulation Maps: Optimize your workflow with advanced orchestral libraries. Easily assign and trigger different articulations (staccato, legato, etc.) directly from the score or MIDI editor.
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Live Clip Window: Trigger audio and MIDI clips interactively in real time. Ideal for live performances or experimenting with arrangements, with native support for Novation and Akai pad controllers.
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Retrospective Audio and MIDI Recording: Digital Performer is always listening. It captures every musical idea you play, even if you weren't recording, ensuring no inspiration is lost.
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MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) support: Record and edit polyphonic expression data from MPE controllers such as the Roli Seaboard, allowing incredibly detailed note-by-note nuance control.
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"Chunks" function: Manage multiple sequences, songs, and V-Racks within a single project. Perfect for composing soundtracks, organizing live sets, or exploring different versions of a track.
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Powerful audio and MIDI engine: Offers an unlimited number of audio and MIDI tracks, stereo and mono buses, and pristine sound quality to handle the most demanding projects.
Benefits for the musician and producer
Digital Performer 11 is designed to boost your creativity and efficiency. Composers will greatly benefit from Articulation Maps and the QuickScribe notation editor, which streamline the creation of detailed scores. Producers and beatmakers will find inspiring tools for creating dynamic rhythms and arrangements in Nanosampler 2.0 and the Clips window. For mixing engineers, the inclusion of Melodyne 5 Essential, along with over 90 high-quality effects, a full mixer with VCA faders, and advanced automation, provides everything needed to polish a mix to a professional level. Stability and optimized performance, compatible with the latest Apple Silicon operating systems and processors, ensure a seamless workflow.
Use cases
From professional recording studios to home studio setups, the Digital Performer 11 is the ideal solution for a wide range of applications. It's a preferred choice for composing music for film and television, thanks to its robust video engine and the "Chunks" function for managing cues. Its sound design and audio post-production capabilities make it perfect for audiovisual projects. Furthermore, its "Live Performance" mode and pad controller integration make it a formidable instrument for performers taking their music to the stage, allowing for reliable live playback of sequences and triggering of loops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which version of Melodyne is included with Digital Performer 11?
Digital Performer 11 includes a license for Melodyne 5 Essential, which offers the fundamental pitch and time editing tools for which Melodyne is famous.
Is it compatible with the new Macs with Apple Silicon processors (M1, M2, etc.)?
Yes, Digital Performer 11 is fully optimized to run natively on Mac computers with Apple Silicon processors, delivering exceptional performance and efficiency.
Can I use my VST plugins and Audio Units (AU) on DP11?
Absolutely. Digital Performer 11 supports most widespread plugin formats, including VST (VST2 and VST3) and Audio Units (AU) on macOS, and VST on Windows.
Do I need a USB key or dongle to activate the software?
No, Digital Performer 11 uses a simple online activation system. Once activated, you can work without needing a physical key connected.
Project description
Digital audio workstation (DAW) software for recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio and MIDI. It offers unlimited audio and MIDI tracks, support for mono channel formats up to 10.2 surround, and 99 stereo buses. It includes over 90 virtual instruments and effects processors and is compatible with AU and VST plugins. It incorporates Melodyne 5 Essential pitch and time editing with ARA 2 integration. It features an advanced sampler (Nanosampler 2.0) with time-stretching, QuickScribe music notation editor, and support for Polyphonic Expression (MPE) MIDI controllers. The "Chunks" functionality allows for managing multiple sequences within a single project file. It is compatible with Core Audio (macOS) and ASIO (Windows) audio hardware.
