Audio (1537 programs)
Pros: Six audio channels and 29 built-in drum samples for instant kits. Supports importing six user samples in 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, mono formats. Built-in distortion with adjustable overdrive and feedback for punchy tones. Exports CD-quality WAV or RAW via Stream to Disk.
Cons: Pattern sequencer limited to eight measures per loop. Requires Compatibility Mode and administrator privileges on modern Windows. Sample import restricted to 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, mono RAW/WAV. Only six user sample slots limits complex layering.
Pros: High-speed CD ripping to MP3, WAV, and WMA formats. SuperTag automatic metadata cleanup for large collections. Built-in CD burning and playlist creation in one interface.
Cons: Designed for legacy Windows, not officially compatible with modern systems. Basic edition displayed nagware upgrade prompts. Integrated music store and services were discontinued.
Pros: Real-time effect preview for immediate listening feedback. Multi-selection editing lets you modify non-contiguous regions simultaneously. Efficient memory management handles very large audio files. Built-in spectral analysis for frequency inspection and troubleshooting.
Cons: Not a full multitrack DAW for complex mixing workflows. The program is free but not open-source. Advanced production features expected in studios are absent.
Pros: Supports MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and ALAC outputs. Preserves metadata including artwork, track number, and year. Up to 10x faster conversion speed on Windows. Built-in ID3 editor and CD-burning tools for finishing projects.
Cons: Trial limits conversions to the first minute of each track. Requires the Spotify application installed to capture tracks. Available only on Windows platforms.
Pros: Up to 64 independent sample slots for dense live triggering. Supports MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC and lossless files without conversion. Global hotkeys allow triggering while other software is active. Scalable interface fits fullscreen or compact operator layouts.
Cons: No dedicated multitrack editing, not a DAW replacement. Video format handling limited to some builds. Lacks a dedicated audio mixing panel for detailed sound design.
Pros: Add 6 different cue points. Move easily between 3 views. Auto BPM matching. 3 types of cross fading techniques. Drag and drop tracks from library window. Quick access to sample player and editor. Wave editing.
Cons: Line dragging cross fade is not very precise. No measure numbers in equalizer. Only 30 sounds included in library. Only 5 equalizer presets. Strict file search.
