Understanding Digital Production Basic, getting my head around digi-music produc Options

[drewott]

I have been vigorously researching digital music production on the internet. However, because of the myraid number of terms, software, hardware, and production philosophies I have had a hard time getting my hear around some of the basic stuff.

I want to create a studio that allows me to create pro-quality music (money isn't an option b/c this is a long term project), but am unaware of the exact equipment/software to get.

Can someone break down for me the types of software and/or hardware that I would need to get?

For instance does Logic Pro 7 do the same thing as Pro Tools?

Do I need a separate program for sampling?

Do I need a separate program for sequencing?

Do I need a separate program for drum machining?

If I get the Logic Pro and the Mbox 2 package do I really need anything else?

I know this is a lot of inquiry, but I am sure some of you know how it goes when you are starting: the more answers you get about stuff more questions you have! One of lifes little ironies.

[dangt]

Sounds like you are getting all sorts of advice, probably makes it harder for you to make up your mind.

Protools LE with Mbox, with bundled software is good for producing, multitrack recording, mixing. make sure you get the digidesign adapted versions of Abelton Live and Reason with it (for sample looping, keys and drummachine). or get the full versions.

as well. Logic has some great instruments and is a great composers tool. and has support from many audio interfaces. great for keys and drum machines.