music is not ( supposed to be) free!!!!

[tOM B]

I see cracked software a bit differently, i assume software companies have more money than most producers

You might think that, but profit margins on small companies aren't that big. And lets face it, most companies that make music software are quite small. i.e. I'd guess 20 people or less.

Note that the only reason Emagic and Steinberg have survived is they have been bought out by Apple and Yamaha respectively.

Part of the reason for this is the high prices, which are a direct result of pirate software. If everyone bought it, the prices would come down.

i stand corrected - i don't use any software yet and will seriously consider buying it when i need some :)