

Some DAWs include default sample instruments, notation software integration, and film scoring capabilities. Every DAW includes default plugins for mixing, such as reverb, compressors, and equalizers (EQ).

There is a great amount of overlap across DAWs (they all basically do the same thing), but the nuances of each are useful when writing for particular media and styles.Įvery DAW can record audio, notate Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), organize music data, and export in multiple audio formats.

Each DAW has a unique purpose, intention, and functionality. I’m still surprised by how often I receive this question from composers – as if one Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) rules them all and is built for all purposes.
