SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17:
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Version comparison

Basic functions

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17
Save 41%
SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4
Save 70%
SOUND FORGE Pro 17
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SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite
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SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

       
Basic functions
Maximum bit depth
32-bit float 32-bit float 64-bit float 64-bit float
Maximum sample rate
384 kHz 96 kHz 768 kHz 768 kHz
Compatible with 32 and 64-bit systems
Multichannel file support
up to 6 channels Stereo up to 32 channels up to 32 channels
Interactive Tutorials
Audio interface support using ASIO™
One touch recording
Can burn track-at-once / disc-at-once CDs
Burn options for CD text
Red Book-compatible CD mastering / burning
DDP export
CALM standard-compliant loudness meters
Clipping identification and selection
Seamless integration of ARA 2 plug-ins (SpectraLayers Pro and Melodyne)
Access to user-defined functions via Windows context menu for
individual files multiple files / folders multiple files / folders
Instant Action
WaveColor
Vocal Activity Detection
Remote recording
Truncate silence
Signal visualization
4 9 8 8
ACX Export Wizard
MIDI control
Languages
English, Deutsch, 日本語 (日本), 中文(简体), Español, Français, Polski English, Deutsch Deutsch, English, 日本語 (日本), 中文(简体), Español, Français Deutsch, English, 日本語 (日本), 中文(简体), Español, Français
Windows compatibility
8 / 10 / 11 8 / 10 / 11 8 / 10 / 11 8 / 10 / 11
       
Additional third party plug-ins

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

 
Additional third party plug-ins
 
File Formats

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

 
File Formats
 
Effects

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

 
Effects
 
Editing

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17

SOUND FORGE Audio Cleaning Lab 4

SOUND FORGE Pro 17

SOUND FORGE Pro 17 Suite

 
Editing
 
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17 The home of audio editing
Upgrade: SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 17 The home of audio editing
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€ 34,99 Regularly € 59,99
Download (shipping free)
  • NEW! Loudness Meter
  • NEW! VST enhancements
  • NEW! coreFX Utility
  • NEW! Optimized onboarding
  • modernEQ
  • modernReverb
  • wizardFX Suite with professional effects plug-ins
  • Truncate Silence function for removing pauses
  • Export Wizard for Audible, iTunes, and Amazon audiobooks in accordance
    with ACX standards
  • Redesigned Visualization Meter
Available until November 3, 2024
€ 19,99 Regularly € 59,99

Upgrade to the latest version here. Please have your account registration information or the serial number for your software ready.

Download (shipping free)
  • NEW! Loudness Meter
  • NEW! VST enhancements
  • NEW! coreFX Utility
  • NEW! Optimized onboarding
  • modernEQ
  • modernReverb
  • wizardFX Suite with professional effects plug-ins
  • Truncate Silence function for removing pauses
  • Export Wizard for Audible, iTunes, and Amazon audiobooks in accordance
    with ACX standards
  • Redesigned Visualization Meter
Available until November 3, 2024
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 12 month subscription
SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 1 month subscription
Save 40%
€ 17,88 / year Regularly € 29,88 / year

Subscription and cancellation conditions: SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 will be available immediately after payment and activation. The charge for the minimum term is payable as a single sum upon conclusion of the contract. The minimum term begins on the date of purchase. The contractual period of SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 will be automatically extended by 12 months at a time until you cancel the agreement. You will be informed well in advance if the extension rate or taxes included change. A cancellation is possible up to 1 month before the end of the contract period. To cancel the contract, please send an email stating your customer number to: infoservice@magix.net

Download (shipping free)
  • NEW! Loudness Meter
  • NEW! VST enhancements
  • NEW! coreFX Utility
  • NEW! Optimized onboarding
  • modernEQ
  • modernReverb
  • wizardFX Suite with professional effects plug-ins
  • Truncate Silence function for removing pauses
  • Export Wizard for Audible, iTunes, and Amazon audiobooks in accordance
    with ACX standards
  • Redesigned Visualization Meter
Available until November 3, 2024
  • The offer price is valid for the first 12 months after purchase. From the 13th month, the regular retail price (RRP) applies again.
€ 2,49 / month Regularly € 4,49 / month

Subscription and cancellation conditions: SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 will be available immediately after payment and activation. The charge for the minimum term is payable as a single sum upon conclusion of the contract. The minimum term begins on the date of purchase. The contractual period of SOUND FORGE Audio Studio 365 will be automatically extended by one month at a time until you cancel the agreement You will be informed well in advance if the extension rate or taxes included change. A cancellation is possible up to 1 day before the end of the contract period. To cancel the contract, please send an email stating your customer number to: infoservice@magix.net

Download (shipping free)
  • NEW! Loudness Meter
  • NEW! VST enhancements
  • NEW! coreFX Utility
  • NEW! Optimized onboarding
  • modernEQ
  • modernReverb
  • wizardFX Suite with professional effects plug-ins
  • Truncate Silence function for removing pauses
  • Export Wizard for Audible, iTunes, and Amazon audiobooks in accordance
    with ACX standards
  • Redesigned Visualization Meter
Available until November 3, 2024
  • The offer price is valid for the first month after purchase. From the 2nd month, the regular retail price (RRP) applies again.
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FAQs

What is SOUND FORGE?
 

SOUND FORGE is a digital audio editing suite by MAGIX aimed at both professional and semi-professional users. It has been the audio editing standard software for artists, producers and sound mastering engineers for over 20 years. The SOUND FORGE family includes SOUND FORGE Audio Studio, Audio Cleaning Lab, as well as SOUND FORGE Pro and SOUND FORGE Pro Suite.

What is SOUND FORGE
Audio Studio?

SOUND FORGE Audio Studio is a digital audio editing all-rounder. It's the perfect software for recording podcasts or audio books in high quality, cutting and editing audio files with professional restoration and mastering tools, and modifying them with a wide range of effects.

What is SOUND FORGE Pro?
 

SOUND FORGE Pro is audio software for professional users. An extensive range of professional functions makes it the most popular software among producers and sound engineers worldwide.

What is SOUND FORGE Pro Suite?
 

SOUND FORGE Pro Suite is a professional software package for recording, editing, sound design and mastering. The suite sets new standards for audio and contains a wide range of sophisticated plug-ins, such as the brand-new Steinberg SpectraLayers Pro 10 and Melodyne essential.

What is SOUND FORGE
Cleaning Lab?

SOUND FORGE Cleaning Lab is an all-around tool for cleaning, digitizing and restoring audio recordings. It features modern workflows, innovative effect presets and powerful cleaning and mastering plug-ins from iZotope.

Are there free trial versions of
SOUND FORGE available?

Yes, free 30-day trial versions of SOUND FORGE family products are available. Just go to the free-download section and get started.

Is SOUND FORGE Audio Studio
a 32 bit software?

You need a 64-bit version of one of the following operating systems: Windows 11 | Windows 10. Further information on the system requirements can be found under technical specifications.

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