Logic Pro 10.6 arrives with iOS sequencer control, more

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Along with the announcement of the next generation of Macs equipped with the M1, we also get Logic Pro 10.6. Apple has now released the latest update to its flagship music production software to coincide with the latest models of MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and Mac mini. While it’s certainly not as groundbreaking as the massive 10.5 update released earlier this year, there are some cool improvements here, as well as an influx of new and very free MainStage content. Read on for details.

Logic Pro 10.6 Update

Logic Pro 10.6 is also joined by Logic Remote 1.5 and MainStage 3.5, as well as some tweaks on GarageBand with version 10.4. Logic Pro updates focus on integrating Step Sequencer with the now more powerful Logic Remote iOS app, as well as deeper support for the Novation Launchpad controller and more. Here’s a quick look at some of the changes here:

Logic Pro 10.6

Adds the ability to control Step Sequencer using Logic Remote on your iPad or iPhone to create beats, basslines, and melodic parts.
Supports all Novation Launchpad controllers, including the Launchpad Pro MkIII, and no longer requires turning the device 90 degrees to align with the Live Loops grid layout.
Dragging and dropping from the Live Loops cell editor to the track header to create a Quick Sampler instrument now works reliably.
Stability and performance improvements

You can get a full rundown of all the changes straight from Apple here, and expect a deeper dive here on the upcoming 9to5Mac (especially with the step sequencer options).

Logic remote control 1.5

Control the step sequencer using your iPad or iPhone to create rhythms, basslines, and melodic parts
Support for keyboard commands when using a smart keyboard or Bluetooth keyboard
Stability and performance improvements

And here is an overview of the latest news to come GarageBand and MainStage:

GarageBand 10.4

A refined new design on macOS Big Sur
Customize region colors in tracks
1,800 new Apple Loops in a variety of genres including Hip-Hop, Chill Rap, Future Bass, New Disco, Bass House, and more.
190 new instrument patches
50 new vintage and modern drum kits

MainStage 3.5

Sampler

Ability to create and play sophisticated multisampled instruments using a drag-and-drop workflow
A new modern design for synthesis, mapping and zone editing in a single window interface
Integrated zone editor for detailed control of start, end and loop points
Map editor for fast and flexible assignment of samples on the keyboard
Flex Time integration with Sampler, allowing sounds to be played at the same length, regardless of pitch
Support for all existing EXS24 instruments

Fast sampler

Ability to import a single audio file to instantly create a playable sampled instrument
Quick Sampler automatically identifies root note, optimal loop points, and matches project tempo
Slice mode lets you split a vocal or drum sample into multiple slices that can be triggered on a keyboard
Ability to record live samples using a microphone, external hardware, or any track or bus