Ocenaudio

This is a free audio editor that works on Windows, Mac and Linux. You can use it to record and edit audio tracks. The design of the application is ascetic, understated. But it is good for the user (especially for beginners), because there are no a lot of colorful distracting buttons, everything is systematized and intuitive.

A basic set of tools is available (cut, copy, paste a fragment), as well as various effects and filters. Ocenaudio has many advantages:

• there is no limit on the length of the files to be edited;
• preview and real-time application of effects are available;
• the file can be resaved in various formats.

Disadvantages of the program: there is no possibility to edit multitrack audio and does not support MP4.

Download the program in English, and in the settings change the language to Russian. Therefore, Russian-speaking users will have no problems with the program.

 

REAPER

Specialized audio recording and processing software. It, like the previous one, has a very discreet design. All controls look as standard as possible - if you've used other software before, it won't be difficult to switch to this one.

The software has slightly more features than the previous one. For example, you can simultaneously add an unlimited number of tracks and work with fragments of different formats. Audio editor REAPER supports many plug-ins and effects that will make your track special.

This is a program that you can customize, adjust as much as possible to suit yourself. If you like to understand the subtleties and "tweak" the software to perfection - this program is for you.

 

Audacity

Free program for recording and processing audio on Windows, Mac and Linux. You can use it to:

• record podcasts and tracks;
• apply effects to tracks;
• adjust modulation and distortion;
• compress files;
• get rid of noise;
• change tempo, pitch, fade, and more.

There are not very many built-in plug-ins, but you can install third-party plug-ins in VST3 format.

Audacity can be used in Russian. To do this, you need to select the appropriate language in the settings. Also, the software has a simple and clear interface, so it is often recommended to beginners.

 

Cakewalk

Free music recording program, which is available in Russian. A wide range of features is available to the user. The program will help to compose and record full tracks, edit them, combine samples, share your creativity directly with music platforms.

Cakewalk offers users a wide range of tools to create music tracks from scratch. A large number of effects, support for VST3 plugins and editing tools are also available.

The program has a slightly more complex interface than previous options. This is due to the large number of options. But, if you understand a little, everything becomes clear.

Cakewalk has a built-in sheet music editor. You can edit notes, chords, prepare notes for printing. There is also an advanced mixing console, with which you can realize almost all your ideas.

 

Adobe Audition

Adobe's arsenal includes a wide range of programs designed for the professional work of creative people in various fields. The company has software options for artists and photographers, video makers, and those who work with audio.

Adobe Audition is a program that has all the tools for recording and editing audio. The software supports working with multiple audio tracks, creating sound effects, correcting defects, adapting the track to the phonogram.

The interface is bright, colorful, different from most of the programs described earlier. The advantage of the product is a large number of hints, tutorials, built-in tips. Thanks to them, even a beginner will be able to work with Adobe Audition at once.

 

Ableton Live

Another software, designed for both professionals and beginners. It is not only an editing tool, but also a library for storing all your projects. All uploaded files can be intelligently structured so that there is no confusion.

The program also allows you to record sound in real time, change its tonality, adjust effects. There is a large library of plug-ins and templates for different tasks. If necessary, you can connect a synthesizer to your computer. The program can work with MIDI devices.

Ableton Live's disadvantage is that ready-made projects take up a lot of space. For example, a medium-sized project can weigh 3-4 GB. Also for stable and fast work you need a lot of memory (at least 8 GB of RAM and 8 GB of free disk space). And it is desirable that the laptop (PC) is powerful.

 

Ableton Live — программа, которая работает на Windows и Mac. Фото: i.pinimg.com

FL Studio

The last software in our selection. It is designed for those who want to create music, podcasts and other types of audio recordings from scratch. Using only this product, you can create a project all the way through, with music and vocals.

Detailed work with notes and channels, a large number of options - everything is designed for professional work on tracks. At the same time, the interface is simple and easy to understand. The program supports the installation of modern plug-ins of all available formats.

FL Studio also has some disadvantages. For example, you can not personalize the interface (change the location of instruments, their colors). The software itself is quite heavy and heavily loads the processor. Therefore, it is not recommended to run the program on a weak computer.

 

Example of FL Studio program interface. Photo: productionden.com

Today there are many high-quality and interesting programs that are designed for recording sound and processing it. Some have advanced features, others are more trimmed. There is no perfect software that would fully satisfy all users. Therefore, everyone chooses the option that suits him better in terms of interface, features, price, etc.