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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Riverside
Riverside (previously "Riverside FM") is an all-in-one AI-powered content creation studio for recording, editing, and streaming high-quality video and audio. Designed for podcasters, marketers, and businesses, Riverside captures 4K video and lossless audio locally for every participant—ensuring crystal-clear quality even with weak connections. Its intuitive text-based editor lets users trim, clean up, and caption recordings directly from the transcript, eliminating the need for complex editing tools. With features like Magic Audio, AI Voice, and VideoDub, creators can polish sound, fix mistakes, and sync lips with AI-generated speech in seconds. Riverside also enables HD live streaming and AI Show Notes for automatic titles, chapters, and keywords that simplify publishing. Whether recording a podcast, webinar, or social clip, Riverside brings professional-grade production within everyone’s reach.
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MixPad
With MixPad multi-track recording and mixing software, you can access all the power of professional recording and mixing equipment through a single platform that streamlines the process and makes mixing a breeze. Get the MixPad free multitrack recording software for non-commercial use only. If you are using it at home, you can download the free version. Mix an unlimited number of audio, music, sounds, and voice tracks. Record single or multiple tracks simultaneously. Load any audio file; more supported formats than any other mixer. Add audio effects including EQ, compression, reverb and more. Includes a royalty-free sound effect and music library with hundreds of clips to use in your productions. Craft your own beats or start with a sample pattern using beat designer. VST plugin support for added studio effects and instruments. Very low latency, ASIO support for sample accurate recording. Supports sample rates from 6 kHz to 96 kHz.
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Zentracker
Zentracker takes the complexity out of recording music, turning your mobile device into a handy and intuitive multitrack studio. Whether you're a singer or instrumentalist, Zentracker puts the focus on getting ideas down while they're fresh with an easy-yet-powerful way to record, edit, and mix your music anywhere. Recording music doesn't have to be complicated, and you don't need a complex home studio full of expensive gear to do it. Zentracker is simple to use and designed to capture your inspired moments with a friendly, pick-up-and-go approach to recording and mixing. Your studio is never further than your smartphone or tablet, and all of your recording projects can be accessed with a simple tap of your finger. Zentracker turns the device in your pocket into a professional-level multitrack recorder with advanced audio production tools. It can be your musical scratchpad or the starting point of a professional production—or both.
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