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Logic Pro 13 not working on Intel iMac

Yesterday I downloaded Logic Pro 13. Apple advise you to back up (which I didn't) but fail to tell you that Logic Pro 13 only works on Silicon Machines. I have an Intel iMac so now I have no Logic to work on. Apple also fail to allow you to download previous versions (like Adobe do). Such a nightmare. Is there anyone out there willing to share 12.4 with me. I can confirm I have paid for Logic if needed. Thanks.

iMac 27″

Posted on Nov 10, 2026 2:42 AM

5 replies

Nov 10, 2026 8:57 AM in response to chirs.jones

I see. Logic 9 was available on CD. It seems you've never purchased Logic 10, 11 or 12 from the AppStore, right? You can not update from Logic 9 to 10 and higher. You need to purchase a Logic version from the AppStore for about 200 bucks as a One-Time Purchase. You could also subscribe to the Creator Suite but before doing that, do your own research. I personally don't like subscription models. Until now every update of Logic was free (since around 15 years), but we don't know what apple is planning in the future.

Compatibility is a question of MacOS and processor-type. You may have to buy Logic 13 but a compatible version will or should be (hopefully) installed on your computer.

Logic Pro 13 not working on Intel iMac

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