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| Your shortlist | DAWsAmadeus Pro |
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| General starting cost | $59.99 once |
| Billing and eligibility | View recorded plans (1)
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| Workflow | Not verified in this comparison |
| Platform | Not verified in this comparison |
| Audio export | Not verified in this comparison |
| The verdict | An affordable, capable Mac audio editor that covers most solo podcaster needs without the price tag of a pro DAW. |
| Free tier | No free tier listed. A trial may be available. |
| Best for | Solo Mac podcasters who want more editing depth than GarageBand without paying Pro Tools money. |
| Not the best fit | Teams needing collaborative editing or cloud project sharing. |
| The gotcha | It's Mac only and the interface, while functional, looks and feels like an indie app rather than a polished commercial product. |
| Public plans | Read public plan notes
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| Pricing notes | Minor updates are free; major upgrades may be charged separately. |
| Category | DAWs |
| Tool type | Audio editors |
| Also listed in | No secondary categories |
| Price checked | 2026-09-06 |
| Next step | Visit Amadeus Pro |