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EZmix 3 vs Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand
Both stand on virtual instruments. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial MacWindows
EZmix 3 provides preset-based mixing and mastering alongside AI-assisted guitar and bass processing. The regular purchase is EUR 149 per once, while the lower-priced upgrade has an ownership and eligibility requirement.
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Paid MacWindows
This library pairs a sampled Yamaha CFX with three perspectives and an included player, while offering both standalone and plug-in use. Check platform, processor, memory and storage requirements before purchase.
Visit Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert GrandThe facts
| EZmix 3 | Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | EZmix 3 Upgrade: €69, paid once | Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand: $199.95, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | toontrack.com | garritan.com |
| On virtual instruments | #10 of 25 | #18 of 25 |
EZmix 3: what it does well
- Core library includes content from EZmix and EZmix 2.
- Presets can include up to ten adjustable macros.
- Users can stack and fine-tune preset chains.
- AI tools analyze audio for tailored processing and mastering.
- Standalone app is included.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Plugin use requires a 64-bit VST 3, AU, or AAX host.
- The EUR 69 upgrade requires owning a previous version.
- 8 GB RAM or more is recommended.
Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand: what it does well
- Three microphone perspectives
- 32 included presets
- ARIA Player included
- Standalone app and four plug-in formats
What to know first
- Full installation requires 133 GB of free space
- Download and activation require internet
- Mac requirements specify Intel-based Apple hardware
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