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WavePad is an audio editor software for Windows. This audio editing software lets you make and edit voice and other audio recordings. You can cut, copy and paste parts of recording and, if required, add effects like echo, amplification and noise reduction.
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Download WavePad 20.02 Windows 3MB Win
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Version 20.02
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Maintenance release
Uploaded 2025-02-01
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Maintenance release
Uploaded 2025-02-01
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Rating #s are strictly from (very) past memory. I think the 2017 comments here by wsc4 and the ultra-brief comment adjacent to that are generally correct. Back when it was freeware, this program was once held in a much higher regard. I recall that a couple of very good computer consultants I knew really liked it. My own use of the program was more limited and sporadic. I don't know if the older versions would still work post Win-8, but you could try Compatibility Mode for that, if necessary.
Since for whatever reason the older, formerly free versions apparently cannot be linked here, this was the closest to v. 5.40 that I could find, without extensive searching. And that is typically a very reliable source. Run the download by VirusTotal, if you have any concerns.
https://archive.org/details/NCH.WavePad.Sound.Editor.Masters.Edition.v5.33
Since for whatever reason the older, formerly free versions apparently cannot be linked here, this was the closest to v. 5.40 that I could find, without extensive searching. And that is typically a very reliable source. Run the download by VirusTotal, if you have any concerns.
https://archive.org/details/NCH.WavePad.Sound.Editor.Masters.Edition.v5.33
Review by Seeker47 on
Jan 23, 2025 Version: 5.x
OS: Windows 7 64-bit Ease of use: 8/10
Functionality: 9/10
Value for money: 10/10
Overall: 8/10
Rating by jennifersask on
Jul 7, 2021 Version: 12.7
OS: Windows 10 Ease of use: 10/10
Functionality: 10/10
Value for money: 10/10
Overall: 10/10
WARNING: WavePad by NCH Software is a terrible, terrible program. In fact all their programs are. The API and GUI are amateurish and poorly designed and their processing effects compute badly inaccurate results. Their support is non existent and I had to repeatedly ask for help, but they lost my support tickets a lot of the times and had no clue. Totally useless. NCH are full of gimmicks in their software and load their other programs at random without your knowledge trying to get you to bye them. You cannot turn that off.
I purchased it on the faith of reviews by toptenreviews.com Audio Editing Software and their reviews are completely inaccurate and fake.. I am now convinced the company receives kick-backs and money under the table. In disgust, I have un-installed WavePad and all NCH software that was inadvertently installed without my permission. $90 down the drain.
I purchased it on the faith of reviews by toptenreviews.com Audio Editing Software and their reviews are completely inaccurate and fake.. I am now convinced the company receives kick-backs and money under the table. In disgust, I have un-installed WavePad and all NCH software that was inadvertently installed without my permission. $90 down the drain.
Review by wsc4 on
Oct 23, 2017 Version: 6.55
OS: WinXP 64-bit Ease of use: 3/10
Functionality: 1/10
Value for money: 1/10
Overall: 1/10
I am rating older version 5.40 since this is the last Freeware version I had. After upgrading to 5.90, it expired after 30 days. Glad I kept the old version and reinstalled it.
Review by V1de0Luvr on
Jul 22, 2014 Version: 5.40
OS: Windows 7 64-bit Ease of use: 9/10
Functionality: 9/10
Value for money: 10/10
Overall: 9/10
I use this program and absolutely love it! The standard version of WavePad IS free of charge which is great. NCH Swift Sound also makes a licensed version (i.e. you have to pay) of this program that has additional features not found in the free version, called WavePad Master's Edition.
The best thing is, when you first download and install the free version, the features of the Master's versions are also enabled for a 14-day trial period. This was handy for me to decide whether I actually need the extra features.
If you choose not to purchase, the Plus/Master's features will be disabled but all of the standard features of the free version will remain permanently enabled.
The best thing is, when you first download and install the free version, the features of the Master's versions are also enabled for a 14-day trial period. This was handy for me to decide whether I actually need the extra features.
If you choose not to purchase, the Plus/Master's features will be disabled but all of the standard features of the free version will remain permanently enabled.
Review by mbrewer on
Jun 20, 2005 Version: 2.00
OS: WinXP Ease of use: 10/10
Functionality: 10/10
Value for money: 9/10
Overall: 10/10
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