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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Here are some frequent questions and answers.

Where can I get Reason?

Please see the How to buy page for full purchase information.

Is there a demo version?

Yes! Please visit the Download section.

Do I need a MIDI keyboard to use Reason?

You don't absolutely need one, but we recommend using one for the best possible Reason experience. If you don't have one, the on-screen keyboard lets you play the instruments with your computer mouse or computer keyboard.

I have Reason, which upgrade should I get?

If you have Reason, you should get Record for Reason Owners! Record for Reason Owners gives you Record at a great price, and upgrades Reason to version 5 at the same time.

If you have both Reason and Record, the Reason 5 upgrade will give you everything you need to run the latest versions: the Reason 5 upgrade also upgrades Record to version 1.5.

Detailed upgrade information can be found at the Upgrade paths page.

What are the system requirements for Reason?

Mac OS X

• Intel Mac (multiple cores highly recommended)
• 1 GB RAM or more
• DVD drive
• Mac OS X 10.4 or later
• 2 GB free hard disk space
• Monitor with 1024x768 resolution or larger
• CoreAudio compliant audio interface or built-in audio hardware
• A MIDI interface and a MIDI keyboard recommended

Windows

• Intel Pentium 4/AMD Athlon or better
• 1GB RAM
• DVD drive
• Windows XP SP3, Vista or Windows 7
• 2 GB free hard disk space
• Monitor with 1024x768 resolution or larger
• A 16 bit Windows compatible audio card, preferably with an ASIO driver
• A MIDI interface and a MIDI keyboard recommended

Can I use Reason 4 with Record 1.5? Or Reason 5 with Record 1.0?

No, but don't worry! Owners of Record and Reason who upgrades to Reason 5 also gets an upgrade to Record 1.5 included, free of charge.

I bought Reason/Record after the announcement of the new versions, will I get a free upgrade?

Anyone who purchases Reason version 4, Record 1.0, standalone or as part of Record Reason Duo or Record for Reason Owners after May 24th will get an upgrade to the new versions free of charge. The grace period for free upgrades will be from May 24th, 2010 until the release date. You will be asked to provide proof of purchase, so hold on to your receipt! More information is available here.

What kind of copy protection does Reason 5 and Record 1.5 use?

The Reason copy protection is based on disc verification and license number authorization. Record 1.5 and the Duo uses the Propellerhead Ignition Key and Internet Verification for authorization.

How much does it cost?

• Record for Reason Owners (includes Reason 5 upgrade): EUR €149 / USD $169
  
• Reason 5 Upgrade from any version of Reason or Record Reason Duo: EUR € 99 / USD $129
  (includes free upgrade to Record 1.5 for owners of Record Reason Duo or Record for Reason Owners)
  
• Record 1.5 Upgrade: free download for Record standalone users
  
• Record Reason Duo: EUR €405 / USD $449
  
• Reason 5: EUR €305 / USD $349
  
• Record 1.5: EUR €279 / USD $299

All prices are suggested retail prices.