Pro Tools is Now Subscription Only

[CrystalWizard]

By the end of 2022, all major software developers will go subscription only.
It is a very successful model after all and makes a lot of sense for users and developers alike. Currently I have subscription to Reason Studios and Roland Cloud Ultimate and enjoying them so far.
Hoping Steinberg is going that way as well soon - latest Cubase 12 is almost there with the new dongle free authorisation process

Good trolling

[Trensharo]

Steinberg stated publicly that perpetual us here to stay.

The irony of the subscription craze is that the last developers to cave will be the developers that benefit most as people seek to avoid the subscription.

[noiseboyuk]

Just to demonstrate how odd the current position is, Avid emailed today enticing those with permanent licenses but who are not up to date to get current at a $100 discount. No lure towards subscription - the only option for new customers - Avid are actively encouraging them to make the most of their permanent license:

It’s been a while… In case you haven’t heard, Pro Tools is now Pro Tools Studio, providing a lot more power and capabilities for the same price. And you can now upgrade your existing Pro Tools 12 or later license to a Pro Tools Studio perpetual license in your Avid Account.

Even better, upgrade in June and save $100 USD*—that’s just $249 USD to get current

FYI - anyone tempted by this, get it through a reseller. That way you can hold on to the code til you need it. If you buy through Avid it starts immediately.