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GarageBand '08

Macworld Rating

4.5 out of 5 Mice, Aug 27, 2007
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Pros

  • Supports notation printing
  • Includes multi-take recording
  • Higher-resolution recording and export
  • Magic GarageBand is a non-threatening introduction to the program
  • Supports arrangements, expanded effects, and automation

Cons

  • Notation printing is limited to one track and doesn’t support lyrics
  • Magic GarageBand’s repertoire is limited

Software Details

  • Apple
  • 10.4 (Tiger)
  • Universal
  • $79 (as part of iLife ’08 suite); bundled free with new Macs.

Macworld's GarageBand '08 Coverage

  • Review: GarageBand '08 Magic GarageBand is the flashiest, but certainly not the richest new feature in GarageBand ’08. Multi-take recording, arrangements, expanded effects, and automation make this version a more capable tool for musicians. While I found little kinks in some of these features, overall they’re quite useful.
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