Audacity
Classic
Free audio recorder and editor
Free, open-source audio editor for users who don't need Audition's subscription.
Multi-track
Noise removal
Effects
Free · from $0
Adobe Audition
Classic
Professional audio editing and repair
4.2
Paid · from $22.99/mo
Best for Podcast and audio professionalsOverview
Audition is Adobe's audio workstation for podcast editing, noise removal and mastering. Cleanup work is manual and requires a trained ear.
Key features
- Multitrack editing
- Spectral repair
- Noise reduction
- Mastering
Pros
- Powerful repair tools
- Precise control
- Adobe integration
Cons
- Expensive
- Manual workflow
Adobe Audition replaces
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A complete digital audio production application
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Full DAW toolset
Extensive plugin support
Customizable workflow
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