Sound Forge Pro 14

Free to try Magix Software Windows 7/8/10 Version 14.0 Full Specs

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93 User Votes

4.0

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Key Details of Sound Forge Pro 14

Create, analyze, record, and edit digital audio files
Last updated on 04/22/20
There has been 1 update within the past 6 months
The current version has 0 flags on VirusTotal

Editors' Review

by Download.com staff / April 30, 2014

As the latest version of one of the world's leading professional audio solutions, Sound Forge Pro 11 brings workflow enhancements and tweaks, new signal effects plug-ins, one-touch recording, new display options, and restore and repair tools. It's a great piece of software, though somewhat costly.

Pros

Reliable, professional solution: At this level of complexity, Sony Sound Forge Pro 11 looks and feels like a mature product. Its power and stability ensure that all your audio needs will be satisfied to the last detail.

Audio for video: With videography in mind, the new version supports popular video formats like AVI, WMV, MPEG-1, and MPEG-2, as well as several video-specific functions.

Cons

Price: At $500 for a new installation and $200 for the upgrade, Sound Forge Pro is a serious investment. Given that version 10 is already very stable and powerful, we don't feel there are enough new features to make the upgrade worthwhile.

Competition: Powerful and popular competitors like Cubase offer more affordable alternatives. If you're an existing user deeply accustomed to the software's every nook and cranny, you probably won't move house; but if you're a new professional user you will certainly feel tempted to try more accessible solutions.

Bottom Line

With its strong set of features and many options, Sony Sound Forge Pro 11 satisfies the needs of professionals. Although the feature jump from the previous version is not that great, this solution remains one of the best professional audio software packages. The upgrade isn't indispensable, but it's certainly worthwhile.

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Editors' Review

by Download.com staff / April 30, 2014

Pros

Audio for video: With videography in mind, the new version supports popular video formats like AVI, WMV, MPEG-1, and MPEG-2, as well as several video-specific functions.

Cons

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Publisher's Description

From Magix Software:

Audio recording, audio editing, mixing, mastering and cleaning: SOUND FORGE Pro has stood for audio and music production at the finest level for over 25 years. The brand-new SOUND FORGE Pro 14 offers an improved user experience, more efficiency, stability, and speed when editing audio files. The constantly evolving audio engine handles even demanding projects with the utmost precision. Capture top-quality multichannel audio recordings and edit music with professional tools. Produce technically perfect masters for CD or streaming thanks to several new premium effects. Restore recordings and remove any type of noise.

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"Looks Good, Hard to tell"

dnewell78 December 08, 2013 / Version: Not Found

2013-12-08 13:59:07 | By dnewell78

Pros

Very versatile with a lot of features that appear to be quite useful for professional editing. I was able to clean up files with significant background noise better than several competing products. Allows work with WMA format which Audacity and other similar products do not.

Cons

30-day trial did not even last 30 days. Installed this program on 11/23/2013 and the trial claimed it was expired on 12/8/2013. Not sure I am willing to trust software from a company that cannot count to 30, especially considering the retail price tag of the full version.

4 stars

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"Not bad but too soon to say"

bbbazzz November 29, 2012 / Version: Not Found

2012-11-29 01:56:51 | By bbbazzz

Pros

Quite a good interface with no major pitfalls found as yet

Cons

None as yet

Summary

So far so good but as I only use it as an occasional tool I will reserve final judgement for a while longer

2 stars

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"Lack of Credibility"

RealOldies October 08, 2012 / Version: Not Found

2012-10-08 14:53:16 | By RealOldies

Pros

The software workflow is ideal for a studio, restoration company, or audio production facility. I had one of the first versions when Sonic Foundry first started, and by version six I was recommending it for broadcast editing. Back then the company was very in-sync with user's needs and understood the requirements and stability. It had some good tools. I say "had" as lately there have been some issues. For a radio/TV production department it's handy.

Cons

In one word: Support. Since Sony took over the company, support of the product has been nil to apathetic. I, personally, am still trying to get a resolution on a problem starting in early 2012. At one point I was given less than helpful advice on how to resolve the issue which lead to the PC being rendered useless. I don't know if there is a difference in the quality of paid versus free support on something you buy on day one, (and I would hope there would not be), but all the support I've received on the product has been less than satisfactory, and on the lower end of disappointed.

Summary

When dealing with a company you would hope that they are concerned for the impression they give you. The dealings I've had with support have been frustrating. It not only spans the general customer support people, but letters to management and even a meeting at the National Association of Broadcasters Convention left me feeling that I was stuck with the problem, and there was no hope of it being fixed. The biggest problem I see is that nobody in management recognizes there is a support issue that has spanned a year and owns up to making sure the customer is made whole again. My impression is counter to that, in that letters and e-mails to management are ignored, and even a face to face meeting at the N.A.B. left me feeling Sony had no concern for the customer's problem. I'm also taken back by their pushing users to a "user supported forum", which I have found yields more troll replies than helpful advice. Sony does have a pay-for-support but without a guarantee of return of money if support is not rendered, I'm hesitant to try it. Lastly, Sony has a "Product Suggestion" link on the Sound Forge web page for users to make suggestions to improve the product, or add tools that are helpful. As much as I want to think this page is read by someone at Sony, I don't see it as being helpful or providing the user the thought they are investing in the product. Over the years I have submitted suggestions for relative tools/products, as have other friends that use S.F., only to be ignored and unacknowledged. Again, this is just another way Sony takes the confidence out of the product. As I mention, I've been a long time Sony Sound Forge, Vegas, and Acid user. But something has happened to the soul of the company where apathy for customers seems predominant. As much as I've used Sound Forge for years, I feel that in the future I'm going to have to change to another product. Sony has lost my confidence, and patience. And on top of it, they probably don't care I'm disappointed. It's probably best to find another product which is better supported.

4 stars

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""great great""

prasadprayag September 03, 2011 / Version: Not Found

2011-09-03 12:56:08 | By prasadprayag

Pros

"great great"

Cons

"great great"

Summary

"great great"

2 stars

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"Trust issues!"

juneguy July 31, 2011 / Version: Not Found

2011-07-31 14:21:54 | By juneguy

Pros

No pros just cons

Cons

You see I have sony acid music studio and I can't get that thing to record, so I won't trust sony.

Summary

If it didn't work in the trial version why should I even try it or think about buying it? If sony doesn't trust me enough to give me a trial version that works why should I trust them at all?

4 stars

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"I bought the Sound Forge Audio Studio after downloading"

vineflower June 12, 2011 / Version: Not Found

2011-06-12 23:17:22 | By vineflower

Pros

SImple recording program easy editing, save in most any popular format

Cons

I can't see where it has dubbing capability. I think the Sound Forge Pro has that but expensive. Trouble with multiple downloads and the version that you get. For professionals the Audio Pro or Acid is likely great. 30 day free trial

Summary

Audio Studio Great easy to use program for simple recording and editing at a price that is moderate

1 stars

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"it never worked as trial"

zivart January 03, 2011 / Version: Not Found

2011-01-03 15:34:23 | By zivart

Pros

never worked as trial

Cons

never worked as trial

Summary

never worked as trial

5 stars

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"This product is excellent for production"

lamarius_tribblet December 07, 2010 / Version: Not Found

2010-12-07 15:32:36 | By lamarius_tribblet

Pros

Making music is a hobby, and sound forge make making music a better experience.

Cons

There are no negative comments from me about this product.

Summary

This product allows me to sample my own music, as well as edit material for my production hobby. i can chop and screw, I can loop wave sounds as well as mp3 sounds, and I just really like the program.

5 stars

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2010-05-20 20:34:33 | By xXneroXx

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3 stars

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"its the best for grabbin them samples you want and more"

scabot April 19, 2010 / Version: Not Found

2010-04-19 17:04:59 | By scabot

Pros

Its self explanitry if you've used older versions of this product you'll be familier with it, all images are easy to navigate, it really helps the user to get the best quality sound from production ,editing waves/mp3s attention to detail is apparent.

Cons

I can't afford it today!

Summary

I,ve been using this product for about 3 years and for what it cost's you get alot and as a budding producer affordability is key, this ticks all the boxes.

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Full Specifications

What's new in version 14.0
The new features and updates can be checked at https://www.magix.com/us/music/sound-forge/sound-forge-pro/new-features/

General
Publisher	Magix Software
Publisher web site	http://www.magix.com
Release Date	February 18, 2020
Date Added	April 22, 2020
Version	14.0

Category
Category	MP3 & Audio Software
Subcategory	Audio Production & Recording Software

Operating Systems
Operating Systems	Windows 7/8/10
Additional Requirements	None

Download Information
File Size	5.86MB
File Name	trial_soundforgepro14_dlm.exe

Popularity
Total Downloads	3,126,398
Downloads Last Week	46

Pricing
License Model	Free to try
Limitations	30-day trial
Price	$399

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