How to Pick the Right DAW If you were recording 20 or 30 years ago, a modern DAW might seem limitless in its possibilities. If you are coming in fresh, though, it might look hopelessly complex. Choosing the right audio software can be pretty tricky. Most famous packages, such as Cubase Pro, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools, have been around for decades. They've grown incredibly powerful and, as a result, have user interfaces as complex as, well, professional hardware mix consoles.