WavePad
Universal version latest seen at v24.03 · Reported by 3 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (2):
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WavePad is a lightweight audio editor and recorder from NCH Software for macOS and Windows. It handles basic audio editing tasks: recording voice and music, cutting and copying segments, applying effects like echo, amplification and noise reduction, and exporting to common formats. It is used by amateur producers, podcasters, voice-over artists and students for simple audio work that does not require a full digital audio workstation. A native Apple Silicon build has been confirmed running on Macs in the Rosetta Check community.
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1 suggestionA native Apple Silicon build of WavePad is already available, and the community has confirmed it running on real Macs. To upgrade from the Intel version to the native build, visit the official WavePad download page and download the current Mac installer — it will serve the native Universal Binary on Apple Silicon Macs automatically. Simply run the installer to replace your current Intel version; your audio files, projects, and preferences will carry over. If WavePad was installed via the Mac App Store, check the App Store app for an available update instead, which will pull the native build directly. After upgrading, you should see improved performance and battery life during recording and playback compared to the Rosetta-emulated Intel version.
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