ReZoundLinux
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GoldWaveWindows
ReZound as a Linux alternative to GoldWave
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Our verdict
ReZound can serve as a basic replacement for GoldWave for users who need straightforward multitrack editing, simple effects, and batch conversion on Linux. It works well for hobbyists or small‑scale projects, but power users who rely on GoldWave's extensive effect library, scripting, and fine‑grained selection tools may find it lacking. If you are comfortable with a more limited feature set and don't need deep automation, ReZound is a usable, free alternative.
- License
- GPL-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Latest version
- —
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
What works the same
- Multitrack timeline with unlimited tracks
- Waveform display with zoom and pan
- Basic editing operations (cut, copy, paste, splice)
- Batch processing of multiple files
- Support for common formats (WAV, MP3, OGG, FLAC via codecs)
What is different
- GoldWave offers a far larger set of built‑in effects and filters; ReZound only has a few basic ones
- GoldWave includes scripting and advanced batch automation; ReZound lacks scripting support
- GoldWave provides more precise selection, zoom, and cursor tools; ReZound's tools are simpler
- Project file compatibility is absent; GoldWave projects cannot be opened directly in ReZound
- ReZound is discontinued and may not receive updates or bug fixes
Opening your GoldWave files
ReZound can import and export the standard audio formats that GoldWave uses (WAV, MP3, OGG, FLAC) as long as the appropriate codecs are installed. It cannot read GoldWave's proprietary project files, so you will need to export your work to a raw audio format from GoldWave before moving to ReZound.
Switching from GoldWave to ReZound, step by step
- Export each GoldWave project as a WAV or other supported raw audio file.
- Install ReZound from your distribution's repository or compile it from source.
- Open the exported audio files in ReZound and arrange them on the multitrack timeline.
- Recreate any needed effects using ReZound's built‑in tools.
- Save the new session as a ReZound project for future editing.
- Test batch processing scripts manually, as ReZound lacks scripting.
Key features of ReZound
- Multitrack timeline with unlimited tracks
- Waveform display with zoom and pan
- Basic effects: fade, normalize, reverse, pitch shift
- Batch processing of multiple files
- Import/export of WAV, AIFF, OGG, MP3 (via external codecs)
- Undo/redo stack
- Simple cut, copy, paste and splice operations
Frequently asked questions
Can I use ReZound for professional audio work?
It is suitable for simple editing and small projects, but the limited effect set and lack of automation make it less appropriate for professional pipelines.
Is there a way to add more effects to ReZound?
Because ReZound is discontinued, there are no official plugins; you would need to process audio with external tools (e.g., SoX) and re‑import the results.
What if ReZound crashes or has bugs?
Since it is no longer maintained, you may need to rely on community patches or consider switching to an actively maintained editor like Audacity or Ardour.
