Free audio editor for Mac

[sparkyjr]

does anyone know of a good, free audio editor for Mac? I just want to cut out clips from a personal audio recorder (Olympus) to add to a photo montage. Any help is greatly appreciated!

[mdurisseau]

I use one...when I get to the office tomorrow, I will let you know what it is!

[cnoise]

Is Garageband not working for you?

[bpjones]

I've used audacity in the past with pretty good results. It's as good as they get and it's free!

http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

I'd go with the 1.3.5 version as I've had no problems with it so far and it's way nicer than the 1.2 version.

[mdurisseau]

That's the one I use!! I will get the newer one while I am at the office tomorrow!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by bpjones

I've used audacity in the past with pretty good results. It's as good as they get and it's free!

http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

I'd go with the 1.3.5 version as I've had no problems with it so far and it's way nicer than the 1.2 version.

[sparkyjr]

Originally Posted by cnoise

Is Garageband not working for you?

Well, GB doesn't like the WMA format for some reason. Is there a platform issue here (I use Mac)? I need to take a closer look at GB when I get home. I've always thought that was a cool program, but just no practical use for me.

[bpjones]

Originally Posted by sparkyjr

Well, GB doesn't like the WMA format for some reason. Is there a platform issue here (I use Mac)?

You're using a Windows codec (Windows Media Audio) on a mac, which probably explains your compatibility problems. I'd suggest trying to use a different recording format (like mp3 or wav) for future recordings if you want to use your mac to edit them.

[sparkyjr]

Originally Posted by bpjones

You're using a Windows codec (Windows Media Audio) on a mac, which probably explains your compatibility problems. I'd suggest trying to use a different recording format (like mp3 or wav) for future recordings if you want to use your mac to edit them.

Thanks. I will see if I can switch formats within the recorder. I was aware of the WMA acronym. Just thought GB would recognize WMA or that maybe a plugin would pop up.