Sound Forge

The standard for recording, audio editing and mastering.

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Overview

Sound Forge is a digital audio editing suite by Magix Software GmbH aimed at the professional and semi-professional markets. It has been a staple in the audio editing world for decades, offering a robust set of features for recording, editing, processing, and mastering audio with surgical precision.

✨ Key Features

  • High-resolution audio recording (up to 64-bit/768 kHz)
  • Precise waveform editing tools
  • Extensive suite of mastering and restoration plugins
  • Vocal activity detection using AI
  • Loudness metering and normalization
  • Batch processing

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Long-standing reputation for stability and precision
  • Powerful batch processing capabilities
  • High-resolution audio engine
  • Classic, fast waveform editing workflow

Unique Value: Offers an extremely fast, stable, and precise environment for detailed stereo and multi-channel audio editing and mastering.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

Audio Mastering Sound Design Audio Restoration Detailed Audio Editing Broadcast Production

✅ Best For

  • Mastering audio for CD and streaming distribution
  • Surgical editing of audio files

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Multi-track music production (better suited for DAWs)
  • Live performance

🏆 Alternatives

Steinberg WaveLab Adobe Audition Audacity

Often preferred over multitrack DAWs like Pro Tools for tasks requiring surgical, sample-level editing of a single audio file due to its focused and efficient workflow.

💻 Platforms

Desktop (Windows, macOS)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

ARA2 support VST plugin support Seamless integration with SpectraLayers Pro

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

Contact for pricing

✓ 30-day free trial

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