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About Ardour

Ardour is a digital audio workstation software from Paul Davis that allows users to record, edit, and mix audio on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It provides features such as multi-track recording, non-destructive editing, and real-time mixing so audio engineers can create professional-quality sound projects. Ardour is free and open-source, making it accessible to a wide range of users. It supports various audio formats and offers extensive documentation through its user manual and community resources, aiding users in getting started with the software. Key capabilities: multi-track recording non-destructive editing real-time mixing extensive documentation cross-platform support Best for: audio engineers that need a reliable tool for recording and mixing audio across different operating systems.

Ardour Details

Vendor
Paul Davis
Year Launched
2008
Location
United States
Deployment
on premise, windows, linux
Training Options
videos, community
Countries Served
All Countries
Languages
English
Users
Musicians, audio engineers, podcasters, filmmakers, radio producers, composers, soundtrack editors
Industries Served
Audio engineering, music production, film, radio, podcasting, and sound design.
Tags
Audio Editing, Ardour

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Does Ardour have an in-app market place?

Yes

How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?

0

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Pricing Options

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Accepted Payment Currencies

USD ($), EUR (€), GBP (£), AUD (A$), CAD (C$), JPY (¥)

Pros & Cons

  • Great for live performances with seamless cue functions.
  • Cost-effective alternative to expensive DAWs.
  • Customizable organization with colors and folders.
  • Wide feature set, including audio-video synchronization.
  • Strong community support with extensive tutorials.
  • Limited selection of built-in plugins.
  • Complex setup for external audio hardware.
  • Less efficient timestretching algorithm (Rubberband).
  • Steep learning curve for beginners.
  • Customer service can be limited compared to paid DAWs.

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