MAGIX Music Maker 7 deLuxe Multimedia Production Software Review

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$75
MAGIX Entertainment Corp.
11400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(888) 326-2449
www.magix.com

Music is an important part of most video productions. If you produce video for money, broadcast or public display, then you need either buyout music or some sort of music composition software. While there are a number to choose from, few have as many features and options as MAGIX Music Maker 7 deLuxe, and fewer still will set you back less than $75. This suite includes loop-based music tools, step-sequencers, software synths and effects, in addition to timeline video editing and mixing. Perhaps we were initially confused by the name "Music Maker," but it turns out that this product really does it all, from aural to visual.

Loopy Tunes
Loop-based music is created by combining audio files from real, professionally played instruments into new compositions. Although you have quite a lot of freedom in arranging bass lines and keyboards, you are still limited by the melodies and harmonies in your loop library, but this lets non-musicians create professional-sounding songs, and it may be just what you need for your video projects. The process is not difficult, but it does require an ear for mixing and at least a modicum of cr…