Ardour
A professional free digital audio workstation.
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What it is
A multitrack recording, editing and mixing application used for music and audio post-production.
Good for
Recording and mixing music or multitrack audio.
The catch
It is built for music production and is more complex than Audacity. Check the official download page for how builds are offered.
Facts checked on 12 October 2026. We have not yet run a hands-on test of this tool. When we do, it gets a "Tested" mark here. Approximate US list prices for an individual plan, from third-party price trackers checked on 12 Oct 2026. Monthly billing where it exists. Regions, taxes and promotions change them. Confirm at the vendor before you decide.
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