Audacity is the best overall free editor with non-destructive editing and VST3 support. Ocenaudio excels for beginners with streamlined interface and MP4 export capabilities. WavePad offers multi-platform functionality with batch editing tools. GarageBand is best for Apple devices with multi-take recording and iTunes integration. Audiotool provides browser-based editing with 30-second sample recording
Works best for most songs but may not completely remove vocals. Requires exporting original audio to MP3 format. Uses Vocal Reduction and Isolation plugin under Effects menu. Can completely remove vocals or reduce their volume
UniConverter offers 30X faster conversion speed than other software. Converts to over 1000 formats including MP3. Includes DVD burning and video editing features. Compatible with Windows and macOS systems
Duplicate the mono track and select both tracks. Choose "Make Stereo Track" option. Adjust panning using "L" and "R" sliders. Set gain to 0.0 for both tracks. Use "Mix and Render" to combine tracks
Windows includes free Voice Recorder app for microphone recording. External microphone needed for desktop PC users. Recordings automatically save to Documents/Sound Recordings folder. Simple one-track recording possible with microphone
Craig Bot enables easy audio recording in Discord channels. Server creator or admin must add Craig Bot. Bot requires server authorization before recording. Recording starts with "/join" command, stops with "/stop". Files available in AAC or FLAC formats