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REAPER 7.49 (64-bit) LATEST
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Windows 7 64 / Windows 8 64 / Windows 10 64 / Windows 11
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Developed by Cockos Inc., it offers a full suite of audio recording, editing, mixing, and mastering tools at an affordable price. Unlike many DAWs that require extensive system resources, REAPER is known for its lightweight footprint, flexibility, and customization options.

It supports VST, VST3, AU, and JS plugins, making it highly compatible with third-party effects and virtual instruments.
With its advanced scripting capabilities, REAPER for Windows PC is also a favorite among users who seek a highly customizable workflow.
Main Features
Multitrack Recording – Record multiple tracks of audio and MIDI simultaneously with non-destructive editing.
MIDI Support – Comprehensive MIDI functionality including piano roll editing, MIDI routing, and support for MIDI controllers.
VST and Plugin Support – Compatible with a vast array of third-party plugins and effects.
Scripting and Customization – Support for Lua, EEL, and Python scripting to automate workflows and customize functions.
Audio Routing Flexibility – Highly customizable signal routing for complex mixing setups.
Automation and Envelopes – Advanced automation tools for volume, pan, and effect parameters.
Low System Resource Usage – Optimized performance with minimal CPU usage, making it suitable for older computers.
Portable Installation – Can run from a USB stick without installation, making it a great option for users on the go.
Video Support – Basic video editing features for scoring and syncing audio to video.
Regular Updates – Frequent updates that introduce new features and bug fixes.
User Interface
REAPER’s user interface is designed for efficiency and workflow optimization. It features a clean and highly customizable layout, with a dark theme by default, but users can install custom themes to change its appearance. The main interface consists of:
Track Panel – Displays all active tracks with customizable settings.
Mixer Panel – Provides a traditional mixer view for managing volume levels, panning, and effects.
Transport Bar – Offers essential playback controls such as play, stop, record, and loop.
MIDI Editor – A separate window for detailed MIDI note editing.
FX Browser – A library of built-in and third-party plugins.
Installation and Setup
Download – Visit the official website or FileHorse.com and download the installer for Windows.
Run the Installer – Launch the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.
Select Installation Type – Choose between a standard or portable installation.
Customize Preferences – Set up the audio interface, MIDI devices, and buffer size.
Install Plugins – Add third-party VST instruments and effects as needed.
Start Using – Open a new project and start recording or editing audio.
How to Use
1. Creating a New Project
- Open this software and select File > New Project.
- Set up project settings such as sample rate and bit depth.
- Click Insert > New Track.
- Arm the track for recording by clicking the Record Arm button.
- Choose an input source from the dropdown menu.
- Press Record on the transport bar to begin recording.
- Use the split, trim, and move tools to edit audio clips.
- Apply fade-in and fade-out effects by dragging the clip edges.
- Add VST effects by clicking on the FX button of a track.
- Adjust volume and panning using the mixer panel.
- Click File > Render.
- Choose the desired file format (WAV, MP3, FLAC, etc.).
- Set render options and export the final audio.
Is REAPER free?
It offers a 60-day free trial, after which users are expected to purchase a license. However, the software remains fully functional even after the trial expires.
What is the difference between the discounted and commercial licenses?
The discounted license is for individual users and small businesses generating less than $20,000 in revenue per year. The commercial license is for professionals and larger studios exceeding that income threshold.
Can REAPER run on older computers?
Yes, this software is highly optimized and can run on older hardware with minimal CPU and RAM requirements.
Does REAPER support third-party plugins?
Yes, this program fully supports VST, VST3, AU (Mac), and JS plugins, allowing users to expand its functionality with third-party effects and instruments.
How does REAPER compare to other DAWs?
REAPER is more affordable, lightweight, and customizable compared to major DAWs like Pro Tools, Cubase, and Ableton Live. However, it lacks built-in instruments and loops, requiring external plugins for enhanced production.
Alternatives
Pro Tools – Industry-standard DAW for professional studios and engineers.
Ableton Live – Best for electronic music production and live performances.
Cubase – Comprehensive DAW with a strong focus on MIDI and orchestral composition.
Studio One – A powerful all-in-one DAW with an intuitive workflow.
Pricing
Discounted License: $60 (for individuals and small businesses)
Commercial License: $225 (for professional use)
60-Day Free Trial: Fully functional, non-restrictive trial period
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 (64-bit recommended)
- Processor: 1 GHz or higher
- RAM: 4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended for larger projects)
- Storage: 100 MB for installation, additional space required for audio files
- Audio Interface: ASIO-supported device recommended for low-latency recording
- Lightweight and efficient
- Affordable pricing
- Extensive customization and scripting capabilities
- Regular updates and active community support
- Highly flexible routing and automation options
- Lacks built-in virtual instruments and loops
- Steep learning curve for beginners
- Outdated default UI (requires customization for modern aesthetics)
- MIDI editing tools not as polished as competitors like Cubase
REAPER is a powerful and budget-friendly DAW that caters to both beginners and professionals. Its extensive customization options, low system requirements, and support for third-party plugins make it a versatile tool for audio production. While it lacks built-in instruments and can be intimidating for new users, its affordability and efficiency make it a worthy alternative to expensive DAWs.
Note: 60 days trial version and nag screen.
Also Available: REAPER for Mac
What's new in this version:
Crossfade editor:
- support previewing in bounds audio only, out of bounds audio only, top lane only, bottom lane only
- add option to allow hand-scroll on ruler (no auto-center or recenter)
- add setting to allow left and right items to be on different tracks or lanes
- fix interaction with arrange view edits when auto-crossfade is enabled
- if auto-center is disabled, support preference to center horizontal zoom on mouse cursor
- improve accessibility
- support mouse-editing pre-roll and post-roll directly
- support scrubbing audio
Actions:
- improve behavior when moving items up one track and first track selected (7.46 regression)
- add actions to toggle track zoom to minimum or default height, ignoring pinned tracks
- actions to move to zero crossing ignore non-audio items
- fix behavior when duplicating locked items via action
Render:
- fix auto-incrementing filename when rendering to both primary and secondary formats
- fix incorrect rendered output when using 'normalize to loudest file' and rendering multiple timeline regions at once (7.42 regression)
- fix possible glitch in online render when canceling render, seeking playback, and immediately restarting render
- improve various checkbox accessibility labels
- prevent normalizing or limiting to full master mix when rendering tracks or media items via master
Track panels:
- fix renaming of first track visible in TCP (7.46 regression)
- add context menu item in empty TCP area to customize empty TCP area toolbar
- fix meters occasionally not updating on pinned tracks
- fix dragging track below the last visible track when the last track is a collapsed folder track
Auto-stretch at tempo changes:
- fix editing edge of auto-stretched item if the item did not previously span any tempo changes
- ignore auto-stretch timebase for auto-synced click source items
FX:
- add option in Preferences/Plug-ins to not prompt to create routing for newly inserted multichannel instruments
- allow alias/rename of Wet/Bypass/Delta parameters
- improve loading speed of projects that have many per-take FX
Loudness tooltip:
- fix incorrect LUFS display on multichannel files
- improve behavior when using spectral edits
MIDI:
- fix possibly incorrect media item fades applied to overlapping and/or all-takes-play media items
- improve responsiveness when importing massive tempo map
Normalization:
- disable setting to adjust mono media -3dB when normalizing to peak or true peak (the setting was ignored in those cases anyway)
- respect preference to adjust mono media -3dB when normalizing stereo/multichannel media that is playing back only one channel
Preferences:
- fix positioning of mouse modifiers checkbox when dialog is resized
- move automatic take and pooled-MIDI item coloring options from Appearance/Peaks to Appearance/Media Items
ReaScript:
- add support for GetSetProjectInfo_String("RENDER_EXTRAFILEDIR")
- SetEnvelopePointEx/InsertEnvelopePointEx do not try to update UI if nosort is set
Region/marker manager:
- add Current column, to display where the play/edit cursor currently is
- list regions before markers by default
Windows:
- reduce excessive tooltip flicker
- use modern dialog when browsing for folders on Windows 7 and later
Batch converter:
- report to user if convert-in-place failed to replace original file, support trying again
Color theme:
- change fallback color (if theme does not provide a color) for divider between pinned and unpinned tracks
Crossfade editor / Phase aligner:
- allow automatic correlation calculations to take more time, to reduce CPU usage
Envelope manager:
- remove extra container-related items from FX parameter context menus
Linux:
- fix big clock region/marker display issues
Localization:
- support localizing Peak/-inf in loudness tooltip
macOS:
- work around OS bug where some audio device names could be truncated on Big Sur
Metronome:
- set project metronome pattern when adding/editing time signature marker that changes metronome patterns at project start
Peaks:
- fix potential enhanced peak drawing error
Pitch envelope:
- render pitch envelope consistently regardless of buffer size
Region move:
- fix MIDI start offset after moving region with contents
REX:
- fix imported items not looping correctly when project tempo changes have many significant digits of precision
Spectrogram:
- fix incorrect display of multichannel recording items
Take envelopes:
- option to move or not move take envelopes when moving media item contents only affects slip editing (always adjust take envelopes when splitting, edge editing, etc)
Tempo envelope:
- when inserting or editing tempo change point at time zero, adjust tempo and/or time signature in project settings to match inserted point
Track manager:
- fix arrange view vertical scroll behavior after changing track filter
Wildcards:
- fix behavior of wildcard help dialog when opened from Consolidate or Bounce dialogs
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