Best Mac Plugins:

Plogue chipsounds

• Can do pretty much everything you want in Logic Pro
• "If you use logic pro, the Plogue chipsounds can do pretty much everything you want."

Furnace Tracker

• Platform agnostic and works on Mac, Windows, and Linux
• Rated 10/10 software for Trackers
• "Furnace Tracker is platform agnostic. Works on Mac, Windows, and Linux. 10/10 software if you're into Trackers."

SoundPaint

• Offers incredible and affordable Gameboy, ZX-Spectrum, and more sounds
• "SoundPaint has INCREDIBLE and affordable Gameboy, ZX-Spectrum and more."

Heavyocity Retro Video Games Collections for Kontakt

• Pricey but offers retro video games collections for Kontakt
• "Heavyocity has their retro video games collections for Kontakt, but they are pricey."

Audiothing miniBit

• On sale currently and provides great sounds
• "Audiothing has miniBit (on sale now)"

Serum

• Offers a lot of great presets, especially for Ableton
• "A lot of great Serum presets, also for Ableton (check out Brian Funk’s gumroad/patron)"

Trackers

• Can be used in sync/hosted in DAW, and a good source of chip sounds
• "Some Trackers can be used in sync/hosted in DAW, and that's often the best source of chips sounds"

Redux

• Used on Ableton Live along with built-in instruments
• "Just me use Redux on ableton live and bultin instruments for this?"

Pros and Cons:

• Pros:
  • Diversity of plugins available for various needs
  • Options for different types of sounds and presets
  • Compatibility with popular DAWs like Logic Pro and Ableton Live
• Cons:
  • Some plugins can be pricey
  • Need to ensure compatibility with your specific setup

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Mac & Cheese Recipes:

Tini's Viral Mac & Cheese

• Recipe Link
• Uses gruyere cheese
• "GRUYERE"

Mac & Cheese Tips:

• Use a mix of American, cheddar, and Parmesan for a flavorful cheese sauce
• Add nutmeg for extra flavor
• Variety of cheese blends can enhance the taste

Baked Mac & Cheese Variation:

• Toasted bread crumbs with spices can add a crunchy topping
• Use a mixture of cheese leftovers for added depth of flavor

Ina Garten's Recipe

• Recommended recipe for classic mac & cheese
• "I’ve enjoyed Ina Garten’s recipe."

Chef John's Recipe

• YouTube Recipe Link
• Known for a delicious Southern-style mac & cheese

Pros and Cons:

• Pros:
  • Variety of cheese options for personal preference
  • Customizable add-ons like seafood, spice, and different meats
• Cons:
  • Requires choosing the right blend of cheese for desired taste
  • Nutritional content may vary based on ingredients used

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Best Drum Machine Designer:

Battery

• Highly recommended for drum machine design
• "Battery"

BFD3

• Another popular choice for designing drum beats
• "BFD3"

XO

• Known for its excellent drum design features
• "XO and Battery are great."

Superior Drummer

• Offers advanced features for creating unique drum patterns
• "Superior drummer or addictive perhaps."

Pros and Cons:

• Pros:
  • Range of options for designing drum sounds
  • Advanced features for customization
• Cons:
  • May require learning curve for beginners
  • Different plugins suit different music genres

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Apple Silicon Mac vs. Windows:

Windows Users:

• Mentioned as a significant drawback for some PC users
• "Windows"

Apple Silicon Competition:

• Acknowledged as healthy for driving Apple innovation
• "Apple needs competition in the silicon space."

Criticism of Windows:

• Highlighted issues with Windows bloatware and program support
• "Nothing will compensate for Windows and its bloatware crap."

Overview:

• Mixed opinions on Windows vs. Apple Silicon for different user preferences
• "Mixed opinions on Windows vs. Apple Silicon"

Pros and Cons: