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Description

Dive into the world of audio production with Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro, a versatile digital audio workstation software that has become a staple in both professional and home studios. Known for its intuitive interface and powerful editing capabilities, this DAW software is perfect for musicians, producers, and audio engineers looking to refine their sound with precision. Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro offers a comprehensive set of tools that cater to all stages of music production, from recording and mixing to mastering.

With non-destructive editing and multi-track capabilities, this software ensures that your creative vision remains intact while providing the flexibility needed to experiment with various soundscapes. Whether you’re working on a solo project or collaborating with others, Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro's ability to handle multiple audio formats and its seamless integration with other software makes it a reliable choice for any musician. Additionally, its robust effects library and customizable plug-ins allow you to tailor your sound to perfection.

Key Features:

  • Non-destructive editing for precise audio manipulation
  • Multi-track recording and mixing capabilities
  • Extensive effects library with customizable plug-ins
  • Compatibility with a wide range of audio formats
  • Intuitive user interface designed for ease of use
  • Seamless integration with other music software and hardware
  • Powerful audio restoration tools for cleaning up recordings
Charly Studios

Charly Studios

TUTORIAL Cool edit pro Como Crear Un Remix

Video thumbnail for TUTORIAL Cool edit  pro Como Crear Un Remix by Charly Studios

TUTORIAL Cool edit pro Como Crear Un Remix

Charly Studios

Charly Studios

Video thumbnail for How to Install Cool Edit Pro 2.0 Full by pistot2007

How to Install Cool Edit Pro 2.0 Full

pistot2007

pistot2007

Video thumbnail for Cool Edit Pro 2.1: Basic & Simple Vocal Editing, Mixing & Mastering Tutorial by Chitsanzo Changa

Cool Edit Pro 2.1: Basic & Simple Vocal Editing, Mixing & Mastering Tutorial

Chitsanzo Changa

Chitsanzo Changa

Video thumbnail for How to make a robotic voice using Cool Edit Pro [HD]. by MusicOfGods

How to make a robotic voice using Cool Edit Pro [HD].

MusicOfGods

MusicOfGods

Video thumbnail for Cool edit Pro 2.1 in 2018 under Windows &  Linux - Full audio editing class - Combine Edit etc by channel48

Cool edit Pro 2.1 in 2018 under Windows & Linux - Full audio editing class - Combine Edit etc

channel48

channel48

Reviews

PROS

  • Intuitive UI simplifies the music production process

  • Import/export multiple file formats seamlessly

  • Offers a wide range of customizable effects

  • Real-time effect preview enhances workflow

  • Suitable for both beginners and experienced users

  • Faster processing on modern systems than before

  • Great for specific genres like Hardstyle with effective kickdrum handling

CONS

  • Older software, potentially lacking some modern features

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro.

Software and compatibility

  • Cool Edit Pro lacks nondestructive editing, making it challenging to make changes without starting from scratch—consider Reaper for this feature.

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Use cases and applications

  • Effective mic placement is crucial; the positioning significantly impacts sound quality, especially with USB mics like the Blue Yeti.

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User experience

  • Users find Cool Edit Pro limiting for mixing, suggesting it is more suitable for those primarily documenting progress rather than producing polished final mixes.

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Comparisons

  • Reaper is recommended over Cool Edit Pro due to its affordability and flexibility, offering more advanced editing capabilities for $60.

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Features and functionality

  • Cool Edit Pro's processing method permanently alters audio, unlike DAWs with adjustable effects, which may limit creative flexibility.

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Critic Reviews

Syntrillium Software Cool Edit Pro

soundonsound.com

Syntrillium's Cool Edit Pro impresses with its comprehensive audio editing features and multitrack recording capabilities. The software shines with its innovative tools, from MIDI triggering to advanced noise reduction, making it a versatile choice for both professional and hobbyist musicians. Despite its leap from shareware to a higher price point, it offers substantial value, bundling features typically requiring costly add-ons in competitors. However, it falls short by lacking real-time effects and previews for DirectX plug-ins, which could deter users seeking immediate audio feedback. Overall, it's a robust package with a few notable omissions.

positive

Test Drive: Cool Edit Pro Multitrack Sound Editing Platform from Syntrillium Software - Radio And Production

rapmag.com

Cool Edit Pro from Syntrillium Software is heralded as a promising leap for PC-based audio editing, boasting a 32-bit multitrack recorder/editor/effects processor that aims to be comprehensive. While only a beta version at the time of review, it impresses with its extensive capabilities and the legacy of its popular 2-track predecessor. However, being a beta, the final product's performance remains speculative. This early look generates excitement but leaves room for improvement upon official release.

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flannelcockerspaniel

Very best multi-track audio editor on PC in the 1990's

When I started out producing music in the 1990's, I used Cool Edit Pro extensively to polish tracks, add effects and master my mixdowns. Easy to use, intuitive UI, import/export several file formats, plus an incredible depth of customizable effects are included which can be previewed while your track is playing on-the-fly. I recall that adding complex effects to longer tracks would take a couple of minutes to complete, but 20 years later on, these operations are computed in seconds. I suppose that makes Cool Edit Pro even more enjoyable to use these days!

rockyoctane

MY FIRST DAW

I was first introduced to Cool Edit Pro back in 2006 and fell in love with the quality and simplicity. I recorded a few rap albums using CEP back in the day and still have a copy which I still use on both my studio computer and laptop. Great for beginners and good enough for me.

jimmarchi1

wow, I remember cool edit as freeware around the turn of the millennium....

rockyoctane

Still free and still works great! I don't care for the way Adobe changed it when it became Audition. Also, this isn't my only DAW it's just my favorite. Thanks for commenting!

rockyoctane

Hey Jim. I just checked out your equip board and was wondering if you would mind helping me out with some information and advice? If you can help let me know how to contact you or you can use the contact form at my website MetalMonkeyRecords. Thanks!

antiverse

One of the best pitching algorithms ever

Apart from Audition, CEP is basicly the older version of Audition, yet the algorithms are different, defined slightly more in Audition, yet CEP still works great with my kickdrums (Hardstyle)

Which is its main purpose in my studio.

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See how Four Tet uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Four Tet

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

Four Tet refers to Syntrillium's Cool Edit Pro as "one of the greatest pieces of software ever made " at 3:30 of this YouTube video from the Red Bull Music Academy New York 2013 series.

See how Andrew Stockdale uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Andrew Stockdale

Singer, Guitarist

Wolfmother

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Verified via MusicRadar

In this interview by Total Guitar with Andrew Stockdale, he says that he recorded his first EP as Wolfmother with a program called Cool Edit.

See how Tobacco uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Tobacco

Singer, Guitarist

Black Moth Super Rainbow

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Verified via Instagram

"The only software I use is [Syntrillium] Cool Edit because I love the way you can push it and it doesn’t seem to even try to fight you. It just gives up and is like “Alright, if you want it to sound wrong, that’s your problem."

See how Hainbach uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Hainbach

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

In this Q&A Hainbach talks about how he started out making music at around 23:30 and at 25:58 he talks about using cool edit pro and how it inspired a lot of what he does now.

See how Charlie Clouser uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Charlie Clouser

Keyboardist, Composer

Nine Inch Nails

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Verified via Vintage King Blog

"I then rebuilt and expanded his original track, replacing some elements and adding others, like the acoustic bass part, hoping to capture the grotesque charm of his original demo while updating the sonics and giving us the flexibility to mix individual elements and deliver stems. César told me that those noise blasts are actually based on a recording of throwing a handful of wire coat hangers into a tiled bathroom, with the resulting recordings then time-stretched by absurd amounts using early and crude-sounding algorithms in Cool Edit Pro. I tried to replicate that grungy, chainsaw-like tone using modern technology but could never get it to sound as "awesomely awful" as the original, so in the end I just grabbed those sounds from his original mixes and tried to clean them up as best I could."

See how The Flashbulb (Benn Jordan) uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

The Flashbulb (Benn Jordan)

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

In this video Benn is talking about how he used to make music 20 years ago. He talks about using cool edit pro to master and add effects to his tracks at around 3:05

See how Yo Yo Honey Singh uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Yo Yo Honey Singh

Composer

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Verified via YouTube

In this video at 0:53 he said that uses Cool Edit Pro

See how Omnia uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Omnia

Music Producer

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Verified via Photo

Cool Edit Pro can be identified in this picture from Omnia's Instagram

See how Teenage Bad Girl uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Teenage Bad Girl

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Verified via Ukadapta

In their UK Adapta interview, they briefly talk about some of thie gear:

"Q: Do you have any favourite equipment or software?

A: We like to use our oldies stuff, like Cubase VST 32 or Cool edit pro and also vintage synths like Juno 106, or old Casio keyboards toys."

See how Rod Abernethy uses Syntrillium Cool Edit Pro

Rod Abernethy

Composer

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Verified via Mixonline

Abernethy composed on Digital Performer 4 on a Mac G4 that sits alongside an 80-channel Otari Status console, working with mostly original samples. “We were using three Mac G4s, one Dell PC, BIAS Peak, Cool Edit Pro, two E4-X2 samplers and three ASR 10s,” he explains. “We put our samples into the proprietary Sony sound tool, which has its own MIDI player, and then programmed our sequences within the tool.”

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