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Prism
What Prism is
Prism by Aurally Sound analyzes recorded audio and converts pitch, timing, and dynamics into editable MIDI note events. It is intended for solo instrumental recordings and other clearly defined sources, including monophonic and polyphonic material. The software includes a general algorithm plus dedicated algorithms for solo acoustic piano and distorted guitars. Drums are not supported, and isolated audio with one instrument is recommended. Generated notes can be edited in Prism, dragged into a DAW, or saved as MIDI. A MIDI editor, piano playback, and spectrogram view are included. Prism supports VST3, AU, and AAX formats. ARA mode is documented for Pro Tools, Cubase/Nuendo, Studio One, Reaper, Sonar, and Logic Pro on Intel or under Rosetta on Apple Silicon. It can also run as an Insert effect in other DAWs, but audio must first be captured for analysis. Audio files and data stay off the maker’s servers. Prism runs on Windows and macOS. The plan is $79, paid once, with no recurring charges, and a fully featured 21-day trial.
Who it suits
It suits musicians who need MIDI transcription from isolated solo instrumental recordings. Users of supported DAWs can use ARA mode, while others can capture audio through the Insert workflow.
What it does well
- Converts pitch, timing, and dynamics to MIDI
- Supports monophonic and polyphonic sources
- Includes piano, spectrogram, and MIDI editing views
- Works as VST3, AU, and AAX
- Audio is not sent to maker servers
What to know first
- Drums are not supported
- Isolated single-instrument audio is recommended
- Non-ARA workflows require captured audio
- No notation export
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prism | One time purchase, NO SUBSCRIPTION or recurring charges! · Windows and macOS versions · up to three computers, one in use at a time · VST3/AU/AAX | $79, paid once |
As aurallysound.com lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Prism focuses on turning suitable recorded instruments into editable MIDI inside a plugin workflow. Its one-time purchase and trial are clear, but unsupported drums and source requirements limit which recordings it can analyze.
Facts from Prism's own pages
- Algorithms
- Prism provides a general algorithm and dedicated algorithms for solo acoustic piano and distorted guitars. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Audio privacy
- The product FAQ states that audio files and data are not sent to the maker’s servers for processing. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- DAW fallback
- Prism can run as a traditional Insert effect in all DAWs; in non-ARA mode, audio must first be captured into Prism for analysis. · docs.aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- DAW integrations
- ARA mode is documented for Pro Tools, Cubase/Nuendo, Studio One, Reaper, Sonar, and Logic Pro on Intel or under Rosetta on Apple Silicon. · docs.aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Editing and export
- Generated notes can be edited in Prism, dragged into a DAW, or saved as a MIDI file. · docs.aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Editor and playback
- Prism includes a MIDI editor, piano playback, and a spectrogram view. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- USA · aurallysound.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Intended sources
- Prism is intended for solo instrumental recordings and other clearly defined musical sources, including monophonic and polyphonic material. · docs.aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Internet and registration
- An internet connection is needed only when registering the trial after purchase; purchased copies are unlocked from within the plugin using the purchaser’s website email and password. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Maker
- Aurally Sound describes itself as a small, USA-based software development company whose employees are passionate about music and technology. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Not supported
- The product page says drums are not supported yet, and recommends isolated audio containing a single instrument. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Plugin formats
- Prism supports VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Prism analyzes recorded audio and converts pitch, timing, and dynamics into editable MIDI note events. · docs.aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker lists support by email at [email protected]. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The installed plugin enters a fully featured 21-day trial mode if it has not been purchased and registered. · aurallysound.com, 4 Oct 2026
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