Can Subscriptions Actually Be Done Right? (A Roundtable)

In today's episode, Dave delves into the debate around software subscriptions, drawing insights from 52 Cues Family members from across the globe. In this roundtable discussion, we explore the complexities of subscriptions, from user perceptions to the strategies of companies like Waves and Adobe.Watch this episode on YouTube!https://youtu.be/Zi7_MDVTSng00:00 - Intro & Welcome6:40 - Why did the sudden Waves subscription model generate so much negativity?14:07 - How did Adobe get away with a subscription model and Waves couldn't?16:35 - What can subscriptions do that make us feel better about it?26:37 - East West Composer Cloud - are their model and pricing a more attractive option?32:00 - Getting trapped in subscriptions - for example, Splice35:14 - Do subscriptions help fight software piracy?41:25 - The Kilohearts subscription as a better model46:06 - How do members feel about the 52 Cues subscription?01:52 - Let's Talk About Subscriptions57:40 - Outro & How You Can Support 52 Cues!Support for the 52 Cues Podcast comes from ReelCrafter, the professional way to pitch your production music and know exactly when your cues are heard.Start your free trial at ReelCrafter.com/52Cues!Join the 52 Cues Community! – https://my.52cues.comIt's free to post your cues for feedback from the community, network with other composers, and ask questions about the industry!Plus, member subscribers get extra perks like workshops, livestreams,  cue breakdowns, live feedback sessions, hundreds of hours of video archives, and opportunities to submit to real music libraries.One-on-one coaching sessions and video critiques also available at http://52cues.com/coaching!Note: Links may be affiliate links which generate a small commission but at no extra cost to you!