How to Cut Music from Spotify: Step-by-Step Guide

Part 1. Can I Cut Music from Spotify?

Have you ever found yourself wishing you could tweak your favorite songs from Spotify to better suit your needs? Maybe you want a unique ringtone, a killer DJ mix, or a clip to share on social media. But Spotify only offers built-in tools for podcasters and not for listeners. So, if you're like me and love Spotify but want more control over your music, you'll need use special tools to cut songs from Spotify.

But why do you need a special tool, you may ask? Well, as a Premium user, you can download songs, but that come with a catch - they're protected and can't be easily edited, even if you manage to find them on your device's storage. That's where special tools like ViWizard Spotify Music Converter or ViWizard Audio Capture come in handy. You'll need to use these tools to download your songs again, this time in a format you can edit, like MP3. Then, you're free to cut, slice, and customize your Spotify tracks however you like.

Part 2. How to Download and Cut Music from Spotify

Alright, you've decided to cut music from Spotify. Here's how to do it:

First, if you have a favorite audio editing software like Logic Pro, Adobe Audition, or Ableton Live, you'll need to download the music from Spotify as shareable files. But here's the thing - these tools only work with DRM-free files, not the ones you get from Spotify. So you'll need ViWizard Spotify Music Converter. It cracks the DRM protection on your Spotify music and turns them into MP3s or other formats that your editing software can handle.

Just remember, the music you download is for personal use only, like making a unique ringtone or a DJ mix. Premium or free, it doesn't matter - ViWizard works for everyone on both Windows and Mac. A few clicks, and you're ready to start cutting and customizing your Spotify tracks.

Key Features of ViWizard Spotify Music Converter

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• Download Spotify songs, albums, playlists, podcasts, audiobooks
• Convert Spotify music to lossless MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, M4A, M4B
• Support playing offline Spotify music on any device at any time
• Compatible with Windows and macOS, as well as, the latest Spotify

Using ViWizrd Spoify Music Converter to Download Spotify Songs:

Step 1Launch ViWizard and Import Spotify Songs for Trimming

Open ViWizard Spotify Music Converter and you'll find that the Spotify app will be opened automatically. Then you can drag and drop songs you want to cut from Spotify into ViWizard's interface, and the songs will be automatically imported. Or you can copy the music link and paste it into the search bar on the converter.

Step 2Choose the Output Format and Customization Options

Turn to the menu bar and select the Preferences option then navigate to Convert. There are six types of output formats available including MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, M4A, and M4B. There are other options of output channel, sample rate, and bit rate. You can set the output format and adjust the output audio parameters according to your demands.

Step 3Start to Download and Convert Spotify Music to MP3

Click on the Convert button at the bottom right of the converter, and ViWizard Spotify Music Converter will start processing. With all the songs being converted, click the Converted icon to open the history window. Then you can find where the converted Spotify music files are located and stored on your computer.

Part 3. How to Record and Cut Music from Spotify

If you're not comfortable with audio editing software or just want an easier, more convenient option, we recommend using recording software with built-in editing features like ViWizard Audio Capture, Audacity, or Apowersoft Online Audio Recorder.

These tools are great because they let you record directly from Spotify and edit the tracks all in one place. No need to download the songs first and then import them into another program. It's all seamless. Once you've recorded the Spotify tracks you want, or your favorite sections, you can start cutting and editing them right away. It's as simple as that. Plus, these tools usually have user-friendly interfaces, making the whole process a breeze.

1. ViWizard Audio Capture

   ViWizard Audio Capture is your go-to solution for cutting Spotify music directly, all in one place. It's packed with features like editing, cutting, and merging Spotify recordings, making it super convenient. What's great about ViWiizard is that it's easy to use. You can adjust capturing settings to your liking, such as automatically deleting short recordings or during silent parts. And if you're using the free version of Spotify, it even removes ads for you, so you won't record them accidentally.

   Just select the part you want on the timeline and hit "Remove" to delete it. Your favorite sections are safe! And when you're done, you can convert your recordings to MP3, M4A, M4B, WAV, AAC, or FLAC for your media player.

   

   Key Features of ViWizard Audio Capture

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   • Capture Spotify audios, songs, and playlists in high quality
   • Save audio from Spotify to MP3, AAC, M4A, WAV, FLAC, M4B
   • Support multi-track audio recording for Spotify
   • Record music from Tidal, Deezer, Pandora and other streaming audios

   Using ViWizard Audio Capture to Cut Spotify Songs:

   Step 1Preset Output Format

   Begin by downloading and installing ViWizard Audio Capture on your Mac or PC. Once installed, launch the program. The main interface will appear, showing several program icons. For personalized output, click on the "Format" button located at the bottom right. Here you can make adjustments to various parameters including output format, codec, channels, sample rate, and bit rate.

   

   Step 2Add Streaming Music Software

   Click the "+" button to add Spotify app to ViWizard. For online streaming services like Spotify Web Player, use the browser within ViWizard to navigate to the desired music.

   

   Step 3Start to Record Spotify Music to MP3

   Click on the Start button to launch your selected streaming service with ViWizard Audio Capture. Navigate the streaming service and play the music. The software will automatically start recording. To stop, click the "Stop" button.

   

   Step 4Merge, Trim, Cut & Edit Recorded Audio

   If there are parts of the recording you wish to remove, ViWizard offers a cutting feature. To trim a recorded track, select the target track and click the scissors-like icon (Trim) to open the editor. To select the desired segment, first find the beginning and end of the unwanted part and then move the scissors-like icon; select the segment on the timeline and then click the "Remove" button to delete it. Once satisfied with your edits, click the "Apply" button to save your changes.

   

   Step 5Save Your Recordings

   After finishing the merging, trimming, or editing, return to the Capture List and click "Save" at the bottom of the interface. All recordings will be saved to your designated folder. To view the recordings, click the "History" tab on the left menu to access the History window. In the History list, hover over a recording and click the "Open" icon to locate the folder where your recordings are saved. From there, you can access and manage your recorded music files.

   

2. Audacity

   

   Audacity is a popular and free open-source software that works with Spotify on Windows, Mac, and Linux. If you haven't downloaded your Spotify music with ViWizard, you can still record it directly from the Spotify Web Player or app.

   But using Audacity isn't as easy as ViWizard Audio Capture. You'll need to tweak some audio settings, like choosing your host, which decides how Audacity talks to your playback and recording devices. So yes, it might take a bit of learning.

   Once you've finished recording, you can start editing using Audacity's tools. The selection tool is your main tool - it lets you choose the part of the audio you want to edit or listen to. There are more advanced tools too, but they're mainly for people who want to get really detailed with their editing.

   With Audacity, you can remove unwanted sections, like ads, from your recordings. Just make sure to use it wisely!

   Using Audacity to Cut Spotify Songs:

   1. Start by downloading and installing Audacity on your Windows or Mac computer.
   2. Open Audacity and import your downloaded Spotify music by clicking "File" and then "Import." Select the music file you want to cut.

   

   3. Use Audacity's editing tools to trim, cut, or edit your Spotify music as needed. You can select the portion to cut and then click "Delete" to remove it.

   

   4. Once you've made your edits, go to "File" and choose "Export" to save your edited track in your preferred format.
   

   How to Record and Export Spotify Music with Audacity

   Having trouble downloading music from Spotify and play on your own player? Try using Audacity to record them as many as you wish.

Part 4. Best Tools for Cutting Spotify Music

If you're looking for some of the best audio editing software to help cut the music you downloaded with ViWizard, there are a few great options to consider.

1. GarageBand

   First up is Garageband, which comes pre-installed on Mac devices. It's user-friendly and offers a wide range of editing tools, making it perfect for beginners and pros alike.

   1. Launch Garageband on your Mac computer.
   2. Click on "New Project" or go to "File" > "New Project" to create a new project.
   3. Drag and drop the Spotify music file you want to cut into the Garageband project timeline.
   4. Use the split tool (scissors icon) to cut the music at the desired points.
   5. Delete any unwanted sections by selecting them and pressing the delete key.
   6. Once you've finished editing, go to "File" > "Export to Disk" to export the edited music in your desired format.
   

   How to Add Spotify Music to GarageBand on Mac & iPhone

2. Logic Pro

   Then there's Logic Pro, also made by Apple. It's more advanced and comes with professional-grade features for editing and mixing audio tracks. It's a bit pricier, but many find it worth it for its capabilities.

   1. Open Logic Pro on your Mac computer.
   2. Start a new project by selecting "New" from the File menu.
   3. Drag and drop the Spotify music file into the Logic Pro project workspace.
   4. Use the scissor tool to cut the music at the desired points.
   5. Delete any unwanted sections by selecting them and pressing the delete key.
   6. After editing, go to "File" > "Export" > "Audio File" to export the edited music in your preferred format.
   

   How to Get DRM-Free Spotify Audio File for Your Logic Pro Project

3. Ableton Live

   If you're into electronic music, Ableton Live is a fantastic choice. It's known for its intuitive workflow and real-time performance features, making it popular among DJs and electronic music producers.

   1. Launch Ableton Live on your computer.
   2. Start a new project by selecting "New Live Set" from the File menu.
   3. Drag and drop the Spotify music file into the Ableton Live project timeline.
   4. Use the split tool to cut the music at the desired points.
   5. Delete any unwanted sections by selecting them and pressing the delete key.
   6. Once you've finished editing, go to "File" > "Export Audio/Video" to export the edited music in your desired format.
   

   How to Get Supported Spotify Audio Files as Samples in Ableton Live

Conclusion

Although you're not allowed to directly cut music from Spotify, ViWizard Spotify Music Converter can help you download Spotify music then you can cut Spotify music on your computer or phone with ease. If you don't find a possible way to cut Spotify music, just try using ViWizard Spotify Music Converter, and you'll find it out.