Audacity
The world's most popular audio editing and recording app
A powerful audio editor and recorder that handles everything from basic trimming to multi-track mixing. Record, edit, apply effects and export audio in various formats with professional-grade tools.
What we love ❤️
- Comprehensive audio editing features and effects
- Records from multiple sources simultaneously
- Supports VST plugins for extended functionality
- Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux
- Regular updates since 2000
Worth noting 💡
- Interface might feel dated and technical
- Some features require digging through menus
- Real-time effects preview isn't supported
- Projects use a custom format - export needed for sharing
Audacity brings professional audio editing capabilities with features like spectral analysis, noise reduction, and multi-track mixing. While the interface follows a traditional approach, its extensive tool collection and plugin support make it a capable editor for various audio projects, from podcast editing to music production.