Äänenmuokkausohjelma

Äänenmuokkausohjelma, known in English as audio editing software, is a computer program designed for manipulating audio data. These programs allow users to record, edit, mix, and master sound files. The functionalities vary greatly depending on the software's complexity and intended audience, ranging from simple cut, copy, and paste operations to advanced features like noise reduction, equalization, and time-stretching.

Basic audio editors are often used for simple tasks such as trimming audio clips, adjusting volume levels, or converting audio formats. More professional audio editing software, often referred to as Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), are employed in music production, podcasting, sound design for film and games, and broadcast audio. DAWs typically offer multi-track recording capabilities, virtual instruments, a wide array of audio effects, and sophisticated mixing consoles.

Users interact with audio editing programs through a graphical user interface, which often displays the audio as a waveform. This visual representation helps in pinpointing specific moments in the audio for editing. The process involves selecting a portion of the waveform and applying various editing commands. The resulting changes are then either saved to a new file or overwrite the original, depending on user preference and software capabilities. The evolution of audio editing software has been driven by advancements in computing power and digital signal processing, making sophisticated audio manipulation accessible to a broad range of users.