Audacity
Free, open source, cross-platform audio software. Audacity is an easy-to-use, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. Developed by a group of volunteers as open source. Audacity can record live audio through a microphone or mixer, or digitize recordings from other media. Import, edit, and combine sound files. Export your recordings in many different file formats, including multiple files at once. Supports 16-bit, 24-bit and 32-bit. Sample rates and formats are converted using high-quality resampling and dithering. Support for LADSPA, LV2, Nyquist, VST and Audio Unit effect plug-ins. Nyquist effects can be easily modified in a text editor – or you can even write your own plug-in. Easy editing with Cut, Copy, Paste and Delete. Also unlimited sequential Undo (and Redo) in the session to go back any number of steps. Real-time preview of LADSPA, LV2, VST and Audio Unit (macOS) effects. Plug-in Manager handles plug-in installation.
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Fender Studio Pro
Fender Studio Pro is a digital audio workstation (DAW) designed for music recording, production, editing, mixing, mastering, and live performance. Built on the PreSonus Studio One platform, the software provides multitrack audio recording, MIDI editing, virtual instruments, and an integrated mixing environment. Its sound library includes nine virtual instruments, more than 45 native audio effects, and Fender Mustang guitar and Rumble bass amplifier simulations. The platform supports vocal pitch correction, audio-to-MIDI conversion, stem separation, and chord progression assistance for music composition and editing. Integrations with Splice and Moises provide access to sample libraries, audio separation tools, and additional music production capabilities. Fender Studio Pro also includes dedicated mastering and live performance workspaces, Dolby Atmos mixing support, and customizable arrangement and channel views.
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Adobe Audition
A professional audio workstation. Create, mix, and design sound effects with the industry’s best digital audio editing software. Audition is a comprehensive toolset that includes multitrack, waveform, and spectral display for creating, mixing, editing, and restoring audio content. This powerful audio workstation is designed to accelerate video production workflows and audio finishing — and deliver a polished mix with pristine sound. Meet the industry’s best audio cleanup, restoration, and precision editing tool for video, podcasting, and sound effect design. This step-by-step tutorial guides you through the robust audio toolkit that is Adobe Audition, including its seamless workflow with Adobe Premiere Pro. Use the Essential Sound panel to achieve professional-quality audio — even if you’re not a professional. Learn the basic steps to record, mix, and export audio content for a podcast — or any other audio project.
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Avid Pro Tools
Avid Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation (DAW) designed for recording, editing, mixing, and producing music, sound effects, and audio for video. The software provides multitrack audio recording, MIDI sequencing, virtual instruments, and audio processing tools for creating and modifying sound. Its editing capabilities include waveform manipulation, pitch correction, time stretching, track comping, and automation. Pro Tools supports third-party audio plugins, hardware interfaces, and professional mixing consoles for studio production workflows. Advanced versions include surround sound mixing, Dolby Atmos support, video synchronization, and audio post-production features for film and television. The platform also offers cloud collaboration, allowing users to share projects, audio tracks, MIDI data, and mixing changes with other Pro Tools users.
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