Besides needing to upgrade my 2018 BIAB this December, I'd like some suggestions for some fairly good (and user friendly) home recording software. Preferably UNDER $200.00, if that's possible.
I'll throw out these considerations....all are free:
https://www.tracktion.com/products/t7-dawhttps://www.bandlab.com/products/cakewalkhttps://softdepository.com/search/?q=aud...ASAAEgIVC_D_BwENOTE: I've been with Cakewalk since 1994 and have no working experience with Tracktion or Audacity.
I know you're just starting out but "user friendly" is very subjective

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So, whichever one you choose just give it a chance and accept the initial learning curve protocols.
We've all been there with our own (various) DAWs of choice.
All of these choices have their place in the recording context....it's a matter of checking them all and determine which GUI/workflow works best for
YOU.
Happy hunting....