Sony Sound Forge Pro 11 Advanced Audio Waveform Editor, Site License Upgrade

Sound Forge Pro is the application of choice for a generation of creative and prolific artists, producers and editors. Record audio quickly on a rock-solid platform, address sophisticated audio processing tasks with surgical precision and render top-notch master files with ease. New features include one-touch recording, metering for the new critical standards, more repair and restoration tools and exclusive round-trip interoperability with SpectraLayers Pro 2. Taken together, these enhancements make this edition of Sound Forge Pro the deepest and most advanced audio editing platform available.

Pristine sound quality
Record up to 32 simultaneous channels of 64-bit/192 kHz audio for the ultimate in fidelity. In the mastering suite, select from among twelve included iZotope DSP modules and access superb mastering chain processing tools for sparkle and punch, excellent repair and restoration plug-ins and precise format conversion tools for the best in sonic integrity preservation.

One-touch recording
Sound Forge Pro 11 has a brand new recording interface with features that make even the most demanding work a snap. From running punch-and-roll sessions to managing multiple takes, they have you covered.

Precise audio editing
The editing experience that you expect from Sound Forge Pro just got even better. New in Sound Forge Pro 11: convert regions to events, lock event markers, region markers and envelope points to events and automatically ripple successive events forward in time while editing.

Effects processing
Sound Forge Pro 11 includes a full complement of native signal and effects processing plug-ins, including their own popular Noise Reduction 2 audio restoration suite. Partner contributions from iZotope and Zplane make the latest edition of Sound Forge Pro an even more incredible one-stop solution for delivering master quality audio.

Red Book Audio CDs
Sound Forge Pro 11 includes fully integrated DAO CD mastering. Generate Red Book compliant masters for duplication. Perform PQ code editing, add CD text and metadata and prepare high resolution audio tracks with iZotope resampling technology.

Audio-for-video
Sound Forge Pro 11 software supports multiple video formats including AVI, WMV, MPEG-1 and MPEG-2. Precisely synchronize audio and video frame by frame. Sound Forge Pro 11 includesMPEG-2 templates for writing HDV-compliant files at both 720p and 1080i resolutions and AVI templates using the CineForm CFHD codec for 720p and 1080i intermediate renders. Also included are templates for encoding WMV 720p and 1080p.

Dolby Digital AC-3 export
Use Sound Forge Pro 11 software to export multichannel files in surround AC-3 format using the included Dolby Digital AC-3plug-in.

Interactive tutorials
Spend less time learning and more time working. Interactive Tutorials in Sound Forge Pro 11 provide walkthrough demonstrations including DAO CD burning, vinyl recording and restoration and more.

Free Sound Effects from Blastwave FX
Sound Forge Pro 11 includes 200 free Blastwave FX sound effects. Enjoy next-generation HD sound effects from the producers of their incredible Detroit Chop Shop line of Sony Sound Series: Sound Effects library titles.

What's new in Sound Forge Pro 11
Explore all the new features in Sound Forge Pro 11. From major conveniences to critical necessities, their latest edition considers both what you want and what you absolutely need. In addition, a very pleasant surprise: seamless integration with SpectraLayers Pro 2, their revolutionary, award-winning spectral editing application that now works in tandem with Sound Forge Pro 11 to provide a truly mind-bending audio editing experience.

Modeless one-touch recording
Sound Forge Pro 11 features a completely redesigned recording workflow.
Within this modeless environment, you can now:
· Select a loop and record multiple takes into it while enjoying customizable pre-rolland post-roll monitoring; set your pre-roll and post-rolltimes right inside the new floating record options window.
· Store multiple recorded takes that can be reviewed in the Undo/Redo History window after you're finished recording.
· Punch-and-roll recording is now a snap in Sound Forge Pro 11. Simply drop a marker on your pick-uppoint and then record with all the pre-roll you need to prime yourself for the perfect take.
· Monitor unarmed channels while recording.
· Watch your waveform being drawn as you record.
· Stay armed for recording at all times.

Recording and playback in Sound Forge Pro 11
Recording audio is where it all begins in Sound Forge Pro 11. They have taken all your favorite recording features and moved them into a modeless environment that will keep you in the workspace at all times.

Redesigned recording workflow
Sound Forge Pro 11 features a completely redesigned recording interface that keeps you anchored in the workspace at all times while you shape and monitor incoming audio, arm and record takes, review your work and prepare for the next pass.

Waveform overview bar
ound Forge Pro 11 features a new Waveform Overview Bar that makes file navigation easier than ever.

Input bus effects
Create a vibe for your talent by sweetening your source signal with plug-ineffects.

Automatic time-based recording
Schedule recordings on a recurring basis, with your choice of start time, duration and end time.

Multichannel audio recording
With Sound Forge Pro 11 software, you can record up to 32 channels of high resolution audio via discrete inputs.

Editing and workflow
Sound Forge Pro 11 is a comprehensive multichannel audio recording and editing environment that can be dialed in to serve as the ideal software interface for any task. Record, edit, process, master and organize audio assets with an unbeatable array of options that have enjoyed a continuous evolution ever since the birth of recording on the PC.

Event mode improvements
Open sound files and use the Event Tool to split waveforms into discrete sections that can be moved and manipulated anywhere on the timeline. Events can be trimmed, slipped, faded/crossfaded, copied and more. Event-based editing is ideal for assembling takes and creating audio CD layouts. New in their latest edition: convert regions to events, lock event markers, region markers and envelope points to events and automatically ripple successive events forward in time while editing.

New! Seamless Interoperability with SpectraLayers Pro 2
Transfer audio data between Sound Forge Pro 11 and SpectraLayers Pro 2 and experience the thrill of working freely across the world's premiere waveform and spectral editing applications. Open a large file in Sound Forge Pro 11 and transfer selections of any size to SpectraLayers Pro 2 for fast, precise editing, then bring the result back to the source file in Sound Forge Pro 11-automatically and with sample-accurate precision. Send multiple files to SpectraLayers Pro 2 for deep layering, remixing and sound design work and then return your finished products back to Sound Forge Pro 11 for further editing, processing and finalization.

Multichannel file editing and processing
Open, edit and save multichannel audio data from XDCAM, field recorders and surround mixes, with sample accurate precision.

ACID loop creation tools
Create your own loops for use inACID software. Use grid lines to visually divide audio selections into equal parts based on time signature. Refine your loops in the Loop Tuner and then embed basic ACIDization metadata to get a head start on making your own perfectly ACIDized loops and samples.

Interface customization
The Sound Forge Pro 11 user interface is fully customizable. Waveform and envelope colors, markers and default window heights can be customized to fit your workflow.

Customizable layouts
Design Sound Forge Pro 11 editing environments to maximize your productivity. Create and save multiple interface layout configurations for single- and dual-monitor systems. Easily recall a window layout for specific editing tasks including audio editing, CD layout, multichannel file editing and more.

Multitask background rendering
Work on one file while Sound Forge Pro 11 software processes another in the background.