Download Audio Effects - Best Software & Apps

  • VivaVideo

    Free Video Editor 5.3.1

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    Android
    iPhone

    Lights, camera, Android

    7
    400 votes
    • PROS: Very easy to use for beginners to editing, Lots of fun effects, Share instantly to Facebook, YouTube, and WhatsApp
    • CONS: Requires upgrading to remove watermark, No way to change resolution of videos
  • Sony Vegas

    Pro (64 bit) 14

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    Windows

    Professional video and audio editor

    6
    6121 votes
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    • PROS: Covers all professional needs, Thoroughly documented, Support for lots of formats, including HD, Tons of audio and video effects and filters, Great for producing professional audio and sound
    • CONS: Complex to begin with, Modular workflow compared to Premiere and Final Cut
  • Virtual DJ

    Free Home Edition 8.1.2857

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    Windows

    Become a virtual DJ with this MP3 mixing software

    7
    11168 votes
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    • PROS: Integrated sampler and effects, Suitable for beginners and professionals, Integrated sampler and effects, Suitable for beginners and professionals
    • CONS: Requires some learning
  • Music Download Paradise

    1.9

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    Android

    Download sound effects and songs on your Android

    6
    131 votes
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    • PROS: Good selection of sound effects, Easy to navigate interface
    • CONS: The ads are unusually annoying, Some songs play very quietly
  • MAGIX Music Maker

    2016

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    Windows

    MAGIX Music Maker Lets You Simply Create Music

    6
    536 votes
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    • PROS: 6 customisable virtual instruments., Use drum tracks and more from their library., Apply audio effects.
    • CONS: May have to upgrade to get the most out of it
  • Pinnacle Studio

    18.5

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    Windows

    Easy home video creation

    7
    987 votes
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    • PROS: Sample project included, Very easy to use, Good audio/transition effects, Creates HD videos
    • CONS: Long installation, Very resource-heavy, Interface isn't very attractive
  • CyberLink PowerDVD

    16

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    Windows

    CyberLink PowerDVD

    7
    751 votes
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    • PROS: Powerful yet easy to use, Support for many audio and video formats, Nicely designed interface, Share videos on YouTube, TrueTheater filters and 3D effects
    • CONS: Long and boring installation process, 3D requires special hardware
  • Portable Windows Movie Maker

    6.1

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    Windows

    Standalone easy-to-use video editor

    7
    125 votes
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    • PROS: Great for beginners in video editing, Includes many effects and special filters, Includes a title and credits tool, Can export to various formats
    • CONS: Too basic for more advanced users
  • Serato DJ

    1.0.0

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    Windows

    Professional software for professional DJs

    7
    214 votes
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    • PROS: Professional mixing, Well-designed interface, Quality effects, Up to 4 decks, 8 cue points, Useful help menu
    • CONS: Not beginner-friendly, Only compatible with DDJ-SX, Not very useful without a controller
  • Movavi Video Editor

    12.4.0.0

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    Windows

    Video editing anyone can do

    7
    183 votes
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    • PROS: Intuitive interface, Lots of ready made effects and transitions, Easy to add music or commentary
    • CONS: No advanced options
  • Virtual DJ for Mac

    Free Home 7.4.6

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    Mac

    Attractive mixer with automatic BPM beat matching and more

    7
    346 votes
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    • PROS: All the traditional mixing possibilities, Drag and drop effects, loops and samples, Record your mix on MP3, CD or internet radio
    • CONS: Interface could be better designed
  • Boom 2

    1.3

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    Platform
    Mac

    One for those who are all about that base

    8
    24 votes
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    • PROS: Get more out of your built in speakers, Louder playback, Edit levels for better effects, Boom 2 Remote is a convenient, free addition
    • CONS: Poor levels can ruin audio, It can be bad when switching between tracks
  • MorphVOX Mac

    1.2.4

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    Platform
    Mac

    Digitally Change your Voice

    4
    101 votes
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    • PROS: Change your voice with a variety of filters, Add background sounds and special effects for great audio clips, Available for Mac OS and Windows PC,
    • CONS: Not a free program you must purchase a license in order to use this software,
  • edjing for Windows 10

    2.1.0

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    Windows

    A social DJ app for Windows 8

    7
    69 votes
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    • PROS: Great mixing app, Use tracks available on Deezer and SoundCloud, Automix feature, Lots of effects available
    • CONS: Sharing doesn't work with all devices
  • AVS Video Converter

    9.1.4.574

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    Windows

    Powerful video converter with editing tools

    6
    107 votes
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    • PROS: Supports all major formats, Customizable conversion settings, Nice editing tools: video and audio effects
    • CONS: None so far
  • Audio Hijack Pro

    2.10.3

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    Platform
    Mac

    Record audio from any source

    6
    132 votes
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    • PROS: Large selection of effects, Hijack anything
    • CONS: Can't save custom formats, Manually adding metadata, Adding effects is confusing
  • AmpliTube

    3.5

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    Platform
    Windows

    Feel like a rock star with digital guitar amps and effects

    6
    137 votes
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    • PROS: Beautifully rendered interface, Suitable for professional recordings, Intuitive interface, Attention to look and feel of vintage equipment
    • CONS: Expensive, Point system for in app purchases
  • DJ Audio Editor

    5.3.0

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    Platform
    Windows

    Simple tool to edit and change your favourite tracks

    7
    144 votes
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    • PROS: Easy to use editor, Record audio from various inputs, Good for adding special effects to music
    • CONS: Limited for serious editing tasks

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