Editing audio files in Yosemite

How can I edit (trim, add chapters) audio (MP3) files in Yosemite on my iMac?

Hi,
well, there's more than one answer. First of all, in principle it's better to use a non-destructive way to achieve something than a destuctive way. So, for example, if you want that echo on just one phrase, you could choose to use the scissor tool to cut out that phrase (in the arrange window) and move it to a new audio track. Then insert an echo plugin in that track, and presto!
If you want to go for the destructive route, than you'd obviously want to use a copy of your original audio for that. Take the scissor tool again, and cut out the desired phrase. Now, make sure that the new region is selected, and choose Audio > Convert Regions to New Audio Files. Now the new region uses it's own audio data, that you can safely mess around with.
Kind regards,
Jaap

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