Sound Forge Audio Studio 8 has been released. This is the cut-down version of the full Sound Forge 8 audio editor — fortunately the price is cut down too. This new version has a few new features, but nothing really amazing. Probably the best is support for VST effects and ASIO drivers, so you can take advantage of all those third-party plugins out there. This new version also has built-in “Show Me How” interactive tutorials — looks as if they’ve taken a leaf out of Ableton’s book here.

There are a bunch of other new features in Sound Forge Audio Studio 8. This version can import Flash files, and also has a number of user interface tweaks. And it still has the same extras as before, such asAcid loop creation and support for video soundtracks. Here’s an overview from Sony’s Sound Forge Audio Studio 8 website.

Sound Forge Audio Studio software is an easy-to-use home version of our Sound Forge professional software — the industry standard for audio editing and mastering on the PC platform. Built on award-winning technology used by recording studios and musicians worldwide, Sound Forge Audio Studio software brings the editing power of the pros to your home computer.

Learn as You Go with Amazing Tutorials
Sony Show Me How tutorials go beyond the booklets and basic tutorials that other solutions provide. These extraordinary helpers are built right into the software — just click Show Me How to access simple, interactive help on 15 topics.

Capture Audio from Any Source
Plug a microphone or instrument into your computer’s sound card and start recording directly into Sound Forge Audio Studio software — capture instruments, vocals, keyboards, and more. You can also import music from your own CDs and MP3s for immediate mixing and editing.

Powerful Editing Tools
Enjoy pro-level control over audio editing, EQ, volume, and effects processing. Mix audio tracks, balance sound levels, and create custom fades. Perform precise, real-time editing of audio files with simple drag-and-drop operations. Expertly balance sound levels, trim unwanted sections, and synchronize audio with video.

Unmatched Effects Processing
Customize your creations with studio-quality effects such as EQ, delay, chorus, and reverb. Liven up presentations, recordings, and music using the included 1,001 Sound Effects. Sound Forge Audio Studio software also includes support for DirectX and VST audio effects to further enhance your mix.

More Ways to Share
Powerful encoding tools let you save audio in popular formats including .mp3, .wav, and .wma. Burn your own CDs, export to your MP3 player, or upload songs to the Web.

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