You will need to do some editing to your audio recordings to enhance the sound quality, ensure the episode has a proper flow, and to add any elements like intros or outros. It will take your podcast to the next level.
Editing your podcast does not have to be a difficult task to complete. You can make it as simple or as advanced as you like, or as your skills and experience will allow. There is editing software available for complete beginners and software with more advanced features for the veterans of audio editing.
To get your editing done, you will need to find the right podcast and audio editing software for you. We’ve explored them all and compiled a list of the Top 10 Podcast and Audio Editing Software for you to choose from.
Audacity is the ultimate beginner-friendly audio editing platform. It has all the basic features that you could need to tidy up your recordings and elevate them to a standard fit for publishing. While it is missing the advanced features that some might be looking for, it is a prime option to start with while you learn the basics since it requires no investment. There is a host of tutorials available out there for beginners to get started on your journey into the audio editing world.
For the more experienced audio editors, Adobe Audition has an excellent range of advanced features. While it is not free like Audacity, in fact it is on the pricier side, it is certainly a comprehensive tool. If you know how to make use of the advanced features it is well worth it. With match loudness, adaptive noise reduction, and DeNoise and DeReverb effects, you can ensure your audio quality is perfect for every episode. If your podcast has a standard episode format, the batch processing feature is ideal for you.
Pro Tools is one of the most popular audio editing software’s out there for podcasters. With both free and paid options to choose from, it caters to both beginners and pros alike. We recommend starting with the free version, and as your skills develop you can start upgrading.
Podcastle’s free plan includes all the basic features you need for getting started. It is a great choice if you don’t want to commit to paying for an editing software just yet. Their Magic Dust feature automatically isolates speech in your podcast making it easy to remove background noise. You can even use their adaptive AI technology to make your voice sound sweeter for the ultimate listening experience for your audience.
Logic Pro is a great option for the Apple users out there. While it is mostly known for music production, it is highly regarded by users in the podcasting world. It does require a financial investment, but its intuitive user face allows you to progress from beginner to expert editor easily. Making the investment, in both time and cash, will pay off when you have professional-grade podcast recordings.
Ocenaudio is another free option available. Not only does it come with its own selection of built-in features, but its support of VST (Virtual Studio Technology) plug-ins gives you the option of using even more. While it may not have as many features as Audacity, it is still most definitely a worthy option when deciding which software to use.
GarageBand, another alternative particularly great for the beginners out there, is also free. It is, however, only available for Apple users. It has a host of useful features for beginners more than adequate for making the audio quality of your podcast sound great. It does lack some advanced audio editing tools for more experienced users. With an intuitive interface, it is easy to pick up quickly.
With batch processing, echo, and noise reduction WavePad is a very useful editing software for podcasters. Also available for free, its interface is beginner-friendly and has the advantage of supporting a wide range of file types.
Riverside.fm is not only used for podcast recording, you can also edit your recordings on the platform. Its Magic Editor has all the features a beginner would want. It also allows you to create short promotional clips, ideal for marketing your podcast with little effort on your part. If you are already using Riverside as your recording platform, editing in Riverside can be very convenient.
The final audio editing software in our list takes a different approach to audio editing than the others. Editing your audio files in Descript is achieved by simply editing the text in the transcript, rather than adjusting the audio files. This powerful use of AI allows you to edit what you have said on your recording. Not only can you remove snippets, but it also allows you to add in what you wish you said. This is an extremely useful editing software for podcasters, particularly for beginners growing their confidence and working on getting the flow of their episodes just right. Combine this editing tool with any of the above and you are guaranteed a flawless recording of your podcast, ready for publishing!
If it’s a stage of your podcast creation that you don’t want to do yourself or simply don’t have the time, you can always outsource this task to a professional agency.
Once you have the editing done and your podcast is ready to publish, it’s time to choose your podcast directories – check out our Top 15 Podcast directory list.
