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Audacity
Audacity
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Audacity free download for Mac

Audacity

Version 3.4.2

Audio recording, editing and mixing tool.

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Based on 115 user ratesRead reviews & comments
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Audacity overview

Audacity is a free audio recorder/editor/mixer. You can record sounds, play sounds, import and export WAV, AIFF, and MP3 files, and more. Use it to edit your sounds using Cut, Copy and Paste (with unlimited Undo), mix tracks together, or apply effects to your recordings. It also has a built-in amplitude envelope editor, a customizable spectrogram mode, and a frequency analysis window for audio analysis applications. Built-in effects include Bass Boost, Wahwah, and Noise Removal, and it also supports VST plug-in effects.

Note: While the software is classified as free, it is actually donationware. Please consider making a donation to help support development.

What’s new in version 3.4.2

Updated on Nov 16 2023

  • Fix a crash when opening projects with zero-length clips.
  • When exporting a file, the sample rate of the tracks is now considered, and last-used sample rate is remembered.
  • Copy-pasting now pastes into audio again by default. This can be changed via Preferences -> Track Behavior -> Always paste audio as new clips.
  • Mix and render now also resets the gain for the resulting track.
  • Fix clips shifting to the right when effects are applied to them.
  • Fix clicks occurring when overdubbing a project with muted tracks.
  • Fix files being exported without a file extension in rare cases.
  • Show all sample rates possible for MP2 exports.
  • Fix pasting into labels.
  • Fix a crash when clearing loops.
  • Fix copying when "select all audio if selection required" is enabled.
  • Fix GTK detection and compilation for wxWidgets 3.2.4.
  • Fix Nyquist-related crashes.
  • Fix EQs in macros.
  • Fix a crash when closing Audacity.
  • Fix builds on armhf.

Information

License

Free

Size

53.1 MB

Developer’s website

https://www.audacityteam.org/

Downloads

450593

App requirements

  • Intel 64
  • Apple Silicon
  • macOS 10.13 or later
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What customer like

Price
Stability
Regular updates

What needs improvements

Design

Audacity qualities

Value
5.0
Ease of use
3.0
Features
4.3
Reliability
3.7
Customer support
3.7

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else3
else3
Nov 3 2023
3.4.0
0.0
Nov 3 2023
0.0
Version: 3.4.0
Best freeware audio editor for me. A bit old looking interface, but it can do basically everything: Cut audio file, remove noise, change pitch, re-encode, and record. I hear even pros use it - and I don't understand 80% of the offered features, but it's perfect for my use cases.
Timmyb
Timmyb
Feb 14 2023
3.2.4
0.0
Feb 14 2023
0.0
Version: 3.2.4
Version 3.2.4 of Audacity (Universal architecture) does not seem to be 'Notarized by Apple' whereas the previous version was...
omopr
omopr
Oct 20 2022
3.2.1.0
0.0
Oct 20 2022
0.0
Version: 3.2.1.0
ahoi! peter b, you´re the bunch of people, who keep nagging...... blabla, it´s not working with my new M1, simply terrible design. etc. gnagnagna........ This is "Freeware" !!! If you have the money to buy the newest Apple****, every week, then go ahead and buy a "professional" DAW. People like you, just suck !
Aargl
Aargl
Aug 10 2022
3.1.3
0.0
Aug 10 2022
0.0
Version: 3.1.3
I'm a long time Amadeus user and, just like peterbreis's comment, I have not yet really tried Audacity, mainly due to its prehistorical interface but I've just bumped today on a site that compares many converters and Audacity appears to give the best results amongst its competitors, very close to a big software like WaveLab! :-o (https://src.infinitewave.ca) This is likely to improve the enticement for this freeware!
peterbreis
peterbreis
Jul 10 2022
3.1.3
0.0
Jul 10 2022
0.0
Version: 3.1.3
Another FOSS App that gets recommended all the time but is simply terrible design. I assume it can technically do what people want, it is just getting it to do it. I downloaded it to do simple trims on MP3 files as MP3 Trimmer has not been updated for M1 Macs. I'd just love to know how to move the playhead to where I want, or make selections, none of the obvious methods apply. How hard can this be? You know: Click, Drag, Move play head...? The Help is as bad as the UI.
melanie-18
melanie-18
Jan 10 2022
3.1.3
0.0
Jan 10 2022
0.0
Version: 3.1.3
I recently updated to mac OS 12.01, Monterey but the audacity requirements don't include this new OS so I didn't download audacity 3.1.1 Will this new audacity work on Monterey?
steppr
steppr
Dec 7 2021
3.1.2.0
0.0
Dec 7 2021
0.0
Version: 3.1.2.0
...also, "ZoomAudioDevice" appears under "Built-In Microphone" selection, which never appeared before nor I have ever chosen... Thanks!
steppr
steppr
Dec 7 2021
3.1.2.0
0.0
Dec 7 2021
0.0
Version: 3.1.2.0
Hi, Just attempted to record like usual with my Audio-Technica 2020 USB microphone on Audacity on my MacBook. However, this version: Audacity3.2.1 is not recognizing my mic. After checking possibilities, I believe it may be due to this last version of Audacity, but not sure at all. Anyone able to assist me regarding this issue?!
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Aug 26 2021
3.0.4.0
0.0
Aug 26 2021
0.0
Version: 3.0.4.0
If the link above for Audacity dumps you at an XML server page, try this URL: https://www.audacityteam.org/download/mac/
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Jul 27 2021
3.0.3.0
0.0
Jul 27 2021
0.0
Version: 3.0.3.0
If the link to Audacity fails, use this link: https://www.audacityteam.org/download/mac/
Hermie
Hermie
Jul 5 2021
3.0.2.0
0.0
Jul 5 2021
0.0
Version: 3.0.2.0
WAARSCHUWING: Audacity registreert en verkoopt uw prive-gegevens! Caveat Emptor. https://www.computeridee.nl/nieuws/audio-editor-audacity-gaat-ip-adressen-en-meer-verzamelen/
Aeschylus
Aeschylus
Jul 5 2021
3.0.2.0
0.0
Jul 5 2021
0.0
Version: 3.0.2.0
Audacity has recently been accused of being spyware. Before using, please read this: https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/audacity-spyware-claims-follow-privacy-policy-changes-by-new-owner.2303275/
Sjha
Sjha
Jun 24 2021
3.0.2.0
5.0
Jun 24 2021
5.0
Version: 3.0.2.0
Audacity is my go-to app for sound editing. It does everything so well. And the help available frok the website is second-to-none. A brilliant free app.
anilmushi
anilmushi
Dec 1 2020
2.4.2.0
5.0
Dec 1 2020
5.0
Version: 2.4.2.0
Great. My go to for quick audio editing and format conversion.
AnthoLogical
AnthoLogical
May 18 2020
2.4.0.0
5.0
May 18 2020
5.0
Version: 2.4.0.0
Wait before installing v2.4.0 !!! audacityteam.org: "We're currently looking into a serious bug with 2.4.0 and have paused release of it." But you can still download it from macupdate.com...
ertidshehu
ertidshehu
Mar 27 2020
2.3.3.0
0.0
Mar 27 2020
0.0
Version: 2.3.3.0
good
dwchandl
dwchandl
Mar 26 2020
2.3.3.0
5.0
Mar 26 2020
5.0
Version: 2.3.3.0
I have used Sound Studio for years, but rather than spend $40 to upgrade I decided to check out Audacity. It does everything Sound Studio does with a clean intuitive interface.
Penguirl
Penguirl
Jan 28 2020
2.3.3.0
0.0
Jan 28 2020
0.0
Version: 2.3.3.0
Haven't been able to DL for a couple days now, Cloud Flare error message. I hope it's not been abandoned.
bilancia051
bilancia051
Mar 31 2019
2.3.1.0
5.0
Mar 31 2019
5.0
Version: 2.3.1.0
Ho zbagliato instalarlo e lo rifaccio dinuovo
rajeckas
rajeckas
Mar 23 2019
2.3.1.0
4.0
Mar 23 2019
4.0
Version: 2.3.1.0
Love Audacity. With a paucity of sound editing/mixing apps I love Audacity for its comprehensive toolkit and ease of use. Unfortunately the latest version screws up the menu bar on any open audio file, I am running High Sierra OS.
Dolphinboy2u
Dolphinboy2u
May 9 2023
3.3.2.0
5.0
May 9 2023
5.0
Version: 3.3.2.0
Hanspoot
Hanspoot
Mar 2 2023
3.2.5.0
5.0
Mar 2 2023
5.0
Version: 3.2.5.0
firewall00110-1
firewall00110-1
Dec 7 2022
3.2.2.0
5.0
Dec 7 2022
5.0
Version: 3.2.2.0
The_Blinded
The_Blinded
Sep 26 2022
3.2.0.0
4.0
Sep 26 2022
4.0
Version: 3.2.0.0
Castle-Rose
Castle-Rose
Apr 11 2022
3.1.3
1.0
Apr 11 2022
1.0
Version: 3.1.3
gregraven
gregraven
Feb 19 2022
3.1.3
5.0
Feb 19 2022
5.0
Version: 3.1.3
Annie-Walker
Annie-Walker
Jul 27 2021
3.0.3.0
4.0
Jul 27 2021
4.0
Version: 3.0.3.0
Sjha
Sjha
Jun 24 2021
3.0.2.0
5.0
Jun 24 2021
5.0
Version: 3.0.2.0
anilmushi
anilmushi
Dec 1 2020
5.0
Dec 1 2020
5.0
Version: null
AnthoLogical
AnthoLogical
May 18 2020
5.0
May 18 2020
5.0
Version: null
dwchandl
dwchandl
Mar 26 2020
5.0
Mar 26 2020
5.0
Version: null
insertstudio
insertstudio
Mar 23 2020
4.0
Mar 23 2020
4.0
Version: null
bilancia051
bilancia051
Mar 31 2019
5.0
Mar 31 2019
5.0
Version: null
GlennI6520
GlennI6520
Mar 26 2019
2.0
Mar 26 2019
2.0
Version: null
rajeckas
rajeckas
Mar 23 2019
4.0
Mar 23 2019
4.0
Version: null
viniskate
viniskate
Jan 30 2019
5.0
Jan 30 2019
5.0
Version: null
JohnF1664
JohnF1664
Oct 17 2018
4.5
Oct 17 2018
4.5
Version: null
Bipou
Bipou
Aug 14 2018
3.0
Aug 14 2018
3.0
Version: null
anonymous-antelope-2748
Jul 11 2018
5.0
Version: null
www-purabume
www-purabume
Jul 10 2018
5.0
Jul 10 2018
5.0
Version: null
Atalantia
Atalantia
Mar 26 2018
4.0
Mar 26 2018
4.0
Version: null
Ervins Strauhmanis
Ervins Strauhmanis
Feb 23 2018
5.0
Feb 23 2018
5.0
Version: null
Hilbo60
Hilbo60
Feb 22 2018
5.0
Feb 22 2018
5.0
Version: null
stevenortonson
stevenortonson
Feb 12 2018
4.5
Feb 12 2018
4.5
Version: null
anonymous-squid-3114
anonymous-squid-3114
Feb 12 2018
4.0
Feb 12 2018
4.0
Version: null
sektor1992
sektor1992
Feb 12 2018
5.0
Feb 12 2018
5.0
Version: null
tower3120
tower3120
Jan 28 2018
3.5
Jan 28 2018
3.5
Version: null
**WDearing**
**WDearing**
Jan 13 2018
4.0
Jan 13 2018
4.0
Version: null
NathanJ.
NathanJ.
Dec 5 2017
3.5
Dec 5 2017
3.5
Version: null
starikovd108
starikovd108
Sep 4 2017
4.5
Sep 4 2017
4.5
Version: null
trottta
trottta
Nov 9 2016
4.0
Nov 9 2016
4.0
Version: null
Liselotte
Liselotte
Jul 8 2016
2.0
Jul 8 2016
2.0
Version: null
Homerj
Homerj
Jun 2 2016
1.5
Jun 2 2016
1.5
Version: null
drbillyshears
drbillyshears
May 10 2016
5.0
May 10 2016
5.0
Version: null
Staps Fanny
Staps Fanny
Feb 16 2016
5.0
Feb 16 2016
5.0
Version: null
WorkBuyConsumeDie
WorkBuyConsumeDie
Jan 21 2016
5.0
Jan 21 2016
5.0
Version: null
Freenergy
Freenergy
Dec 29 2015
4.5
Dec 29 2015
4.5
Version: null
SmurfTurf
SmurfTurf
Jul 26 2015
5.0
Jul 26 2015
5.0
Version: null
Dmitry-Novikov
Dmitry-Novikov
Jul 23 2015
2.0
Jul 23 2015
2.0
Version: null
WisdomL0RD
WisdomL0RD
May 28 2015
1.5
May 28 2015
1.5
Version: null
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