What is it?
Audacuty is arguably one of the powerful and versatile open-source digital audio recording and editing software. Known as an Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), it is a free cross-platform application that can be used to record vocals, instruments and sounds..Further, it is capable of recording multiple audo tracks and has a variety of post-production features including normalization, trimming, noise reductions, fading…etc.
Potential Uses
Audacity can be used to record podcasts and mix music on it’s multi-track recording capabilities. Audacity can also be used to record multi-instrumental projects that include vocals and instruments
Audacity’s features include recording audio through live media that is recorded with a microphone, recording streaming audio that is played on your device or digitizing media from external sources. It is capable of monitoring audi levels before recording to adjust for volume and external noise. It can trim and stitch recordings as well as control speed. Once recorded, the software is capable of performing analysis to ensure best quality.
Sound quality can be managed and improved through a variety of features. Equalization, bass, treble, high/low pass and notch effects can be adjusted. Finally, audacity is also able to import and export files to a variety of formats including mp3, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and AU.
Pros
- It’s free
- Compatible with all operating systems
- Small program size
- Extensive audio editing features
Cons
- Some users have reported some bugs that may cause it to unexpectedly crash
- Somewhat complicated and requires some digital literacy skills
- Cannot publish or share; can only export
Technological requirements
An interenet connection to download the software is required but then not necessary for using the software. A PC or a Mac are both suitable. A mouse is not required but is recommended.A microphone is required if you wish to record your own audio for voice overs.
Audacity is free to download here.
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