Acoustica

What Acoustica is

Acoustica is an audio-processing suite for Windows and macOS, with multitrack editing, noise reduction, stereo processing, and surround support. Its effects include removing hum, buzz, clicks, crackle, thumps, and plosives, as well as declipping. The listed stem types are vocals, piano, bass, drums, and other sources. Acoustica supports third-party plugins and uses a plugin-based workflow; supported formats are VST, VST3, AAX, and AU. The three perpetual-license plans differ in channel capacity: Standard handles two channels, Premium supports 10 channels and surround configurations up to 7.1.2, and Ultimate supports 16 channels and up to 9.1.6 surround. The listed prices are $149 a month for Standard, $299 a month for Premium, and $449 a month for Ultimate. A 30-day trial is available, but there is no free plan. Acoustica lists -23 LUFS as a loudness standard. Its maker is based in Oslo, Norway.

Who it suits

Acoustica suits audio professionals and creators who need multitrack editing, noise reduction, and plugin-based audio processing on Windows or macOS. Its higher channel plans may suit work that calls for surround support beyond stereo.

Limits

There is no free plan. Standard supports two channels; Premium supports 10 channels up to 7.1.2 surround, and Ultimate supports 16 channels up to 9.1.6 surround.

Getting started

1. Visit the Acoustica product website.
2. Choose Standard, Premium, or Ultimate based on channel needs.
3. Use the 30-day trial if you want to try it before choosing a license.
4. Choose Windows or macOS and a supported plugin format: VST, VST3, AAX, or AU.

Verdict

Choose Acoustica if you need audio cleanup and multitrack editing with plugin support, or channel capacity for surround work. The main reasons to look elsewhere are the lack of a free plan and the listed prices, which start at $149 a month.