Audacity 4 Looks Great — If You Can Ignore The Logo

If you can get past the terrible logo, Audacity 4 looks pretty great with its sleek new UI and powerful upgrades.
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Audacity 4 Looks Great — If You Can Ignore The Logo
Over the years, Audacity has gone from a clean, simple audio editor to something of a user experience nightmare. But if you can get past the terrible logo, Audacity 4 looks pretty great . It’s finally addressing long-standing design and usability issues, offering a fresh look that could bring this beloved open-source tool back into the modern era. Image : Google A Rebrand That Split the Internet Rebrands rarely go over smoothly—especially when they involve software with a loyal, nostalgic user base. So when Audacity unveiled its new logo, the internet did what the internet does best: roast it. And, honestly? The criticism isn’t entirely unfair. While the font itself feels clean and modern, the new headphone icon—once so recognizable—now looks awkward. Many users compared it to a squished Apple Music logo or something... less flattering. Still, beneath the questionable branding, there’s a lot to be excited about. Audacity 4: A Fresh Start for a Classic Editor If you’ve been using Audacity for …