Pro Tools Alternative for iPhone and Mac

Pro Tools is the industry-standard desktop DAW for professional recording and mixing, and it is subscription based. SONGTAKE is a free iPhone, iPad, and Mac app that records multitrack audio and video, captures multiple phones at once, splits stems with AI, and syncs everywhere.

This is YOU?

You want to track an idea on your iPhone, but Pro Tools only lives on the computer.
The subscription and setup feel like a lot before you have even recorded a note.
Capturing a session usually needs an interface, but you just want to press record.
You want to see the video of a take, not only the waveform.
Getting more than one source down means more mics and channels than you have handy.

Pro Tip: TIP: SONGTAKE captures the take on your iPhone for free with multitrack audio and video, true stereo, and multiple phones as dedicated mics. Open the same project on Mac with a multi-channel interface to mix, then export stems into Pro Tools when a session needs it.

At a glance

Pro Tools: industry-standard desktop DAW
Pro Tools is subscription based
SONGTAKE: free on iPhone and Mac
Multitrack audio plus synced video
Multi-phone capture, one tap starts all
AI stem split, cloud sync included

Key Software Features

Records on iPhone
This Pro Tools alternative for iPhone and Mac captures multitrack takes right on your phone. Pro Tools is desktop only, so there is nothing to reach for when an idea lands away from the studio.
Free to Start
SONGTAKE is free to download on the App Store and works with the gear you already own. Pro Tools is subscription based, so SONGTAKE lowers the cost of capturing and sketching a song.
Multi-Phone Recording
Place a phone near each source, tap once to start them all, and they auto-sync afterward by audio fingerprint. Each phone is a dedicated mic, so you can track several sources without a big interface.
Mobile to Desktop
Open the same project on Mac with a professional multi-channel interface for mixing. On Mac you can add external mics or an audio interface, then export stems to Pro Tools if you finish there.
Multicam Video
Capture multiple synced camera angles with audio auto-synced to the video, useful for documenting a tracking session or a performance you will mix later.
AI Stem Splitting
Separate vocals, drums, bass, and other instruments from any recording with AI, so you can bring clean, isolated parts into a professional session.
True Stereo Capture
Record in true stereo from the two built-in iPhone mics for a wide, natural room sound on acoustic sources before detailed mixing.
Cloud and Sharing
Takes back up to the cloud and sync across devices. Share by link and collaborate or overdub remotely, then export a full mix or individual stems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SONGTAKE a Pro Tools alternative for iPhone and Mac?

For capturing and sketching, yes. SONGTAKE records multitrack audio and video on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, splits stems with AI, and syncs across devices, all for free. Pro Tools remains the industry standard for professional mixing and post on the desktop, so many people capture in SONGTAKE and export stems into Pro Tools to finish.

Is Pro Tools free?

Pro Tools is subscription based, though there is a limited free tier. SONGTAKE is free to download on the App Store and works with the gear you already own, which makes it a low-cost way to record and organize ideas.

Can SONGTAKE mix like Pro Tools?

SONGTAKE offers a professional multi-channel interface on Mac for mixing your project, and it supports external mics and interfaces there. Pro Tools has deeper editing, automation, and plugin workflows for professional post. A common path is to record in SONGTAKE and mix in Pro Tools.

How do I move recordings into Pro Tools?

Export individual stems or a full mix from SONGTAKE and import them into a Pro Tools session. Splitting stems with AI first means you can hand off separated parts rather than a single stereo file.

Do I need an audio interface to record?

No. SONGTAKE works with your iPhone mics, so you can track without an interface. When you open the project on Mac you can add external mics or an audio interface for higher-end input.

What makes SONGTAKE different from voice memos?

SONGTAKE records in true stereo with automatic cloud backup, project organization, and multi-track capabilities. Unlike voice memos that create a graveyard of unnamed files, SONGTAKE keeps everything organized, synced across devices, and ready to develop into full productions.

Can I use SONGTAKE with just one phone?

Absolutely! SONGTAKE works perfectly with a single phone for recording arrangements, backing vocals, and layered instruments. While multiple phones provide multi-angle coverage and better isolation, one phone is sufficient to create professional multi-track recordings with video overdubbing.

Can I use SONGTAKE for professional music recording?

Absolutely! SONGTAKE allows you to effortlessly move from mobile recording to professional desktop production. Begin capturing your song ideas on your iPhone, then open the same project on a Mac with a 64-channel interface for mixing and mastering. It's the perfect tool to transform your inspiration into a polished production.

How does multi-phone recording work?

Place phones near each instrument for dedicated microphones. One tap starts all phones simultaneously, and they automatically sync after recording. No manual alignment needed—just position phones, hit record, and get professional multi-track isolation from devices you already own.