Audio (1545 programs)

Pros: Equalises the qualities of your MP3's. Supports batch processing. Simple interface.

Cons: Slow when processing files. Cannot edit some ID3 v2 tags.

Pros: Allows DirectSound3D soundcards to work on Vista. Easy to install.

Cons: Doesn't work with all games yet.

Pros: Two sources for audio and two for video. Includes several video effects. Output can be streamed to TV or recorded.

Cons: Off-putting interface. No documentation.

Pros: Loads of interesting tools for managing, editing and mixing music. Support for online radio stations and podcasts. Nice interface design. A huge number of tools and features. Lots of online resources.

Cons: Playback controls in an awkward position. Slight changes in the interface make some tools more difficult to reach.

Pros: Packed with useful features. Easy to get to grips with.

Cons: Only free for the demo. No support for standard version.

Pros: Records audio from any source (system, mic, streaming). Supports MP3, WAV, WMA, and OGG with adjustable quality. Includes scheduling, hotkeys, and intelligent silence detection.

Cons: Lacks built-in noise reduction or audio enhancement tools. Editing tools are basic and limited.