Apple Logic Pro 11.2 and 2.2: Stem Splitter, Flashback Capture, ChatGPT and everything else you need to knowApple has unveiled surprise updates to Logic Pro for macOS and iPad, with Logic Pro 11.2 and Logic Pro for iPad 2.2. New features include an enhanced Stem Splitter, Learn MIDI for iPad, a ChatGPT integration and a revamped feature that you probably never knew existed.
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The new versions of Logic Pro are out now and available for current owners to update to immediately. But, before you head over to the App Store and click download, here’s a rundown of what you’re in for.
Logic Pro’s Stem Splitter gets an upgrade
Logic Pro 11.2 Stem Splitter. Image: Apple
Stem separation, once considered an impossibility, has made its way into Logic Pro and other DAWs such as FL Studio, much to the joy of many producers. However, Apple has gone even further with its Stem Splitter in Logic Pro 11.2 with improved audio fidelity and added support for guitar and piano stems.
Now, you can separate a track by up to six stem tracks: Vocals, Drums, Bass, Guitar, Piano and Other. The new submix feature also lets you export any part of the audio you want. That means you can easily extract an acapella, a bassline or other part to study or remix — just get permission to use the sample if you intend to release anything.
Flashback Capture records even when you forget to hit record
Did you know that in earlier versions of Logic Pro, you could restore MIDI performances when you forgot to hit record? It was previously called Capture Recording and was supposedly a mystery to myriad Logic users. Now, it’s in plain sight as Flashback Capture and comes with a few extra handy features.
Flashback Capture lets you recover any audio and MIDI performances with a click, even if you forgot to hit record. The new Cycle mode also captures multiple takes and automatically organises them into a take folder. Note that you’ll need to have a track armed with audio or MIDI signals coming through for Flashback Capture to pick it up.
This is available on both Logic Pro for macOS and for iPad, and will surely be a boon to many producers. Who hasn’t forgot to hit record when making some magic at least once?
Logic Pro 11.2 and Logic Pro for iPad 2.2. Image: Apple
Learn MIDI comes to Logic Pro for iPad 2.2
At last, the Learn MIDI feature arrives on Logic Pro for iPad. Now, you can easily map custom parameters to your MIDI controllers, letting you get hands-on with plugins, virtual instruments and other parameters in Logic. A new interface for the feature makes this a breeze, too. Easy.

New Sound Packs for electronic music
Apple has added a few new Sound Packs to the Logic Pro library on Mac and iPad. This includes over 400 samples for drum ‘n’ bass genres in the Dancefloor Rush packl; a progressive metal Sound Pack with Tosin Abasi; and Magnetic Imperfections, which brings “the raw, unpolished essence of analogue tape,” according to Apple.
ChatGPT in Logic Pro…?
One of the minor additions to Logic Pro 11.2 is the integration of Apple’s ChatGPT-powered Writing Tools into Logic’s notepad. This is to help producers explore musical ideas for song lyrics, chords, and generate other notes one might need.
In addition, Undo History is now saved within each project, and you can now send MIDI Clock data to Ableton Link. Elsewhere, Apple’s DAW sees tweaks to the Logic Mixer, Smart Tempo, Step Sequencer, and more.
Sound Packs in Logic Pro for iPad 2.2. Image: Apple
How much does Logic Pro 11.2 and Logic Pro for iPad 2.2 cost?
For current Logic Pro owners, the upgrade path is free for both Logic Pro 11.2 and Logic Pro for iPad 2.2.
If you’re not an owner of Logic Pro, the price is £199/$199 for the macOS version — note that it’s not available on Windows, Linux, or any other desktop OS.
Logic Pro for iPad 2.2 is sold on a subscription basis at £5/$5 per month or £50/$50 per year.
Is Logic Pro any good?
In short, yes. Logic Pro is one of the world’s leading DAWs and is used by countless professionals. MusicTech checked out Logic Pro for macOS and Logic Pro for iPad last year, both of which were reviewed favourably. There are competitive alternatives, for sure, and your decision on a DAW will ultimately come down to your personal needs, but we certainly recommend it as a consideration.
Speaking on Logic Pro 11, we said: “Logic Pro offers an unbeatable combination of features and value.”
In our review of Logic Pro 2 for iPad, we said: “Logic for iPad is powerful enough that you really can use it for end-to-end music production, entirely on its own.”
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