Although technically an upgrade, it is a separate application and so any old projects saved will still open using the old version (as long as you don’t uninstall it), as opposed to the new version. It should also be noted that T-Racks 5 does not overwrite any installations of previous versions. The reason for this, according to IK, is so that if you want to demo other modules via their Custom Shop application you can have instant access to them without having to download anything additional. So, whether you are downloading the free Custom Shop version or the MAX package, your download and installation will be just under 1GB of data. The serial number is the key here as this only unlocks the functionality and modules that you have actually paid for. You can download the package if you haven’t already done so and installation can then take place.Īs is becoming more common in recent years, the software you download is the full version, irrespective of which package you have bought. Type in your serial number, the manager checks the validity and then authorizes your computer. The review will primarily be about the ‘Standard’ T-Racks 5 package, but we’ll include information about the Deluxe, MAX and free CS versions and individual modules available where appropriate.Īs usual with IK’s software, the initial installation is all taken care of by their authorization manager. Well, it’s come a long way in the intervening years where it has been re-designed, added to and improved and Making Music are now having an in-depth look at the latest incarnation of the software. It was accessible to many, both technically and monetarily and was even topped with glowing virtual valves to recreate the warm glow of analogue technology. A standalone mastering application that included an EQ, Compressor and Limiter, along with basic metering, designed to recreate a sense of analogue equipment and give you professional sounding masters. T-Racks first came on the digital audio scene way back in 1999. Last Updated on Decemby Gareth Patch A little background…

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