IK Multimedia Total Studio 5 MAX v2 | Flagship Suite of Complete Sounds, Effects, and Production Tools
Total Studio 5 MAX v2 is a comprehensive software suite for composing, arranging, recording, mixing, and mastering, integrating virtual instruments, sound libraries, guitar/bass amp modeling, and professional-grade effects processing. With a modular platform and extensive preset resources, it provides a complete production workflow from capturing ideas to delivering commercial-quality finished products, suitable for solo creators and professional studios looking to expand over time.
Key Product Features
- All-in-one suite covering core needs such as composing, sound design, guitar/bass amp modeling, mixing, and mastering
- Includes multiple IK Multimedia platforms and modules (such as SampleTank, Syntronik, AmpliTube, T-RackS series, etc.), which can be combined flexibly according to your workflow
- Offers a large collection of sounds and effect presets, enabling quick inspiration and the creation of reusable production templates
- Supports both plugin and standalone application modes, suitable for stage soundchecks, practice, or offline sound management
- High-quality sampling and modeling technology delivers both modern and classic tones, suitable for various genres
- Expandable sound libraries and modules allow you to grow and upgrade according to project needs
- Integrated authorization and download management tools make installation, updates, and license maintenance easier
- Supports MIDI keyboard and controller mapping to improve performance and parameter control efficiency
- Preset management, snapshots, and signal chains can be saved and shared, facilitating team collaboration and reproducing setups across machines
System Requirements
- Operating System: macOS and Windows 64-bit environments
- Recommended hardware: multi-core CPU, ample RAM, and SSD storage (sound library size varies depending on installed content)
- Display Resolution: compatible with typical modern monitor resolutions
- Network Requirements: internet connection required for downloads, activation, and license management
- Audio Interface: supports common drivers such as Core Audio/ASIO; a low-latency professional interface is recommended
- Actual requirements depend on selected installed content and project scale; please refer to the manufacturer's specifications
Plugin Formats
- AAX
- AU
- VST3
- Standalone (depends on the module)
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
Through the AAX/AU/VST3 plugin formats, it can be used in most major DAWs (such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Reaper, FL Studio, and other hosts that support the corresponding formats). You can create effect chains, load sounds and presets within your DAW, or use the standalone application for sound management and auditioning, then save back to your project. It supports MIDI controller mapping and multi-input/multi-output routing, which benefits the overall workflow integration for composing, recording, mixing, and mastering.
