I have a confession to make - when I see an audio mixing program to review, I usually try to pass it on to someone else. They're just so complicated, especially for a tone-deaf writer like me! When I saw trakAxPC, however, I noticed that it is supposed to be especially suitable for beginners. This has to be the one for me, right?!
Well, trakAxPC might just have cracked it. This application is very user-friendly, which is half the battle. The whole interface can be customized, from the position and size of the panels, to which elements show up when you are using the application. Even managing your tracks is simple, with drag and drop capabilities and extensive context menu options. trakAxPC also comes with a great selection of online videos, tutorials, guides and help, so you'll have plenty of support if it is your first venture into the world of audio mixing.
Even though the program is especially suitable for beginners, that doesn't mean that it's a soft option - trakAxPC has all the audio (and video) editing options you would expect, although the effects don't quite stretch to the same levels as some editing apps aimed at more advanced users. Even so, trakAxPC allows you to do all the cutting, copying, mixing and synching that you would expect in any other editing program.
trakAxPC provides a gentle but professional gateway to the world of audio and video editing.
TrakAxPC supports the following formats
MP3, AAC, MP4, M4A, WAV
Pros
Very easy to use
Prompt Pane for on-the-job help
CD ripper
Record directly
Mix audio, video and images
Cons
Very few configuration options
Interface feels a little crowded
Easily create YouTube videos and more!
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With the release of the new version of traxAxPC 4, music and film makers at all skill levels can now access professional tools at an affordable price. Easily create YouTube videos, home movies, original audio tracks, photo slideshows and more. Highlights of this upgrade include support for AVCHD, .MOV and FLV file formats, a new photo slideshow creation tool, new Media Manager, support for transparent PNG’s and much much more.
With the introduction of a new photo slideshow creator, users can create a fully featured photo slideshow which include effects, transitions and multiple audio files in seconds. A new integrated thumbnail display allows users to view all their video and photo files as thumbnails, allowing media to be found quickly. Other new features include support for transparent images such as PNGs and GIFs, as well as improved photo and video transitions. Another significant update is network support. Users now have the ability to access all computers on a single network, as well as any external storage devices. This feature is beneficial for schools, businesses and home users with multiple machines.
The ability to create beat-synced audio dj mixes and music track creation in conjuction with video encoding and decoding.
Professional Beat-Matching - With our new beat-matching technology, users can mix any tracks or loops with different BPMs (beats per minute) seamlessly for a professional sound.
No Large learning curve, A simple and effective way to create cool split screen videos. Optimized to handle, play and mix large .MOV, AVCHD and MP4 files even on lower spec PCs
This software is for any user who wishes to create feature rich Audio and Video Mixes in easy to use and fun environment.
"The best value paid for video editor out there, bar none."
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For the price, features and extensive and efficient functionality that it offers, it makes it both easy to use for the beginner, whilst giving more advanced features for the prosumer that you would only see in products costing 3 or 4 times the price.
Pros
Range of features
Cons
Interface could do with minor tweaks, especially the icon bar at the top, which is too large and takes up a little too much of the top of the screen.
Laws concerning the use of this software vary from country to country. We do not encourage or condone the use of this program if it is in violation of these laws.
