Choosing The Right Software.
There are programs built into Windows 7* and XP* that can record small bits of single-track audio just fine(more on tracks in a minute), but to get the most power and flexibility, some third-party software is essential. The most popular audio recording programs include:
Audacity*
- This is a free program that's as powerful as many of the professional audio recording programs out there. It allows audio to be recorded and edited freely, and it's a great first choice for home recording enthusiasts who haven't recorded much audio before.
Adobe* Audition*
- Audition's more powerful and contains a number of built in effects, so it's ideal for editing audio for videos and for making pro-quality music. It's expensive, but it works with all types of audio hardware.
Pro Tools*
- ProTools is, as its name suggests, a professional set of audio tools that requires specific hardware to function. It's purely for audio professionals, as it's very expensive to set up and run.
Since Audacity is free, we'll work with it to make a great audio recording. However, the general instructions below should work for just about any major audio recording program on the market.
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