Audacity
Free open-source audio editor for any platform.
Audacity is a free, cross-platform audio editor for recording, editing, and exporting audio. It supports multi-track editing, noise reduction, spectral analysis, and dozens of import/export formats.
Best for podcasters and content creators who need solid audio editing without a subscription.
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