REAPER
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Digital audio workstation for Windows, macOS, and Linux offering multitrack audio and MIDI recording, editing, mixing, mastering, powerful automation, plugin support, scriptable customization, portable installs, frequent updates, and a comprehensive feature set.
Cost / License
- Pay once
- Proprietary
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Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Flathub
- Flatpak
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Install from the command line
winget install -e --id Cockos.REAPERbrew install --cask reaperflatpak install flathub fm.reaper.Reaper
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Cockos Licensing
Proprietary and Commercial product.Pricing
One time purchase (perpetual license) ranging between $60 and $225.Rating
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Comments and Reviews
I would recommend it over Audition because it is much easier to use, it has got a plethora of features that most users will find useful, and it's really cheap compared to most audio production software. I use it for professional dubbing sessions in a home studio and sound editing for video. Yes, you can set up ffmpeg and preview MKV files and most video containers with it. My mind was blown when I found out.
There is a unlimited trial period for you to test (imagine a WinRAR trial), but this software is so good that a buying a licence for it is just a bless. It is really worth the money.
One of the best DAW !!!
Reaper is an amazing tool for podcast production. It has a lot of features and options that let you customize your workflow and optimize your audio quality. I use it to record, edit, and export my podcasts with ease and efficiency. Reaper rocks!
Fires up in a cinch. Ultra-customizable. Dirt-cheap. Expandable (loads and loads of plugins, most of them free). Snappy and buttery smooth. And ... PORTABLE (should you want to). Also constantly updated and well-maintained. And ... an excellent community where there's a lot of fellow users around that can help out.
It's perfect for podcast recording. I've got a number of scripts setup to automatically normalize volume after a recording and split files up, etc. Love how customizable and powerful Reaper is!
affordable, free if you want, and great performance.
free if you want?
Compared to other DAWs, this is easier to learn and make it work. Never looked back since I started using it.