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Description

Audacity is a free and open-source audio software that operates on multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, and GNU/Linux. This user-friendly multi-track audio editor and recorder was created by a dedicated team of volunteers committed to open-source development. Users can capture live audio via a microphone or mixer, as well as digitize sounds from various media sources. The software allows for the importation, editing, and merging of audio files, and recordings can be exported in a variety of file formats, including the capability to handle multiple files simultaneously. Audacity supports audio resolutions of 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit, with superior quality achieved through high-quality resampling and dithering techniques. It also accommodates effect plug-ins like LADSPA, LV2, Nyquist, VST, and Audio Unit, allowing users to modify Nyquist effects directly within a text editor or create their own plug-ins. Editing is simplified with features like Cut, Copy, Paste, and Delete, alongside unlimited Undo and Redo options for flexibility during sessions. Users can preview effects in real-time and manage their plug-ins effectively through the integrated Plug-in Manager, ensuring a smooth workflow while working on audio projects. Overall, Audacity stands out as a versatile tool for both amateur and professional audio enthusiasts.

Description

AudioRoute allows you to effortlessly capture any sound your Mac or Windows device is producing—be it from a browser stream, a virtual meeting on Zoom or Teams, a softsynth demonstration, or a reference track—and seamlessly route it into your DAW or save it as a WAV file, all without the need for aggregate devices, virtual cables, or configuring Audio MIDI Setup. With a single installation, you gain access to three distinct capture options: a VST3, AU, and AAX plug-in that can be easily placed on a track within any DAW such as Ableton, Logic, Pro Tools, Reaper, Cubase, Studio One, Bitwig, or FL Studio; a virtual input device that functions as a standard microphone in any audio recording application like Audacity, OBS, Zoom, Discord, or QuickTime; and a straightforward one-click recorder located in the menu bar or system tray that can directly save audio to a WAV file without needing to open a DAW. The software leverages OS-native capture methods using macOS Core Audio process taps and Windows WASAPI process loopback, which means there are no kernel extensions involved, ensuring that your speakers, audio interface, and existing audio routing continue to operate as they always have. Additionally, it features built-in feedback protection that prevents your DAW's output from being inadvertently re-captured, making it a reliable tool for all your audio recording needs. You can now focus on your creative process without worrying about the technical complexities of audio routing.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Ableton Live No 
Audacity No 
AudioRoute Yes 
Avid Pro Tools No 
Bitwig Studio No 
Cleanvoice Yes 
Cubase No 
Discord No 
ERA Bundle Yes 
FL Studio No 
Fender Studio Pro No 
Kasm Workspaces Yes 
Logic Pro No 
Notetracks Yes 
Reaper No 
Zoom No 

Integrations

Ableton Live Yes 
Audacity Yes 
AudioRoute No 
Avid Pro Tools Yes 
Bitwig Studio Yes 
Cleanvoice No 
Cubase Yes 
Discord Yes 
ERA Bundle No 
FL Studio Yes 
Fender Studio Pro Yes 
Kasm Workspaces No 
Logic Pro Yes 
Notetracks No 
Reaper Yes 
Zoom Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

29 Euro
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Audacity

Founded

1999

Country

United States

Website

sourceforge.net/projects/audacity/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Arvital Audio

Founded

2025

Country

Croatia

Website

audio-route.com

Product Features

Audio Editing

Audio Effects Yes 
Batch Processing Yes 
Export Audio (Multiple File Types) Yes 
Record Live Audio Yes 
Record Multiple Simultaneous Tracks Yes 
Scrub, Search, Bookmark Yes 
Sound Editing Tools Yes 
Spectral Analysis / FFT Yes 
Speech Synthesis (TTS) Yes 
Swappable Patches Yes 
Virtual Instruments Yes 
Virtual Mixing Yes 
Voice Changer Yes 

Product Features

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