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Furnace vs Schism Tracker: catalog facts
FurnaceSchism Tracker
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

Free

Free and open source under the GPL-2.0.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Supports many classic sound chips in one tracker
  • Compatible with DefleMask modules
  • Faithful Impulse Tracker workflow and feel
  • Improved IT playback over the original engine
  • Tracker interface has a learning curve for newcomers
  • Old-school tracker interface has a steep learning curve
  • Not a full DAW; focused on sample-based module music
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL License: GPL-2.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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