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ZrythmArdour
Free

Open-source software; see the download page for current installer options.

 Freemium

The source is free software and Linux distributions package ready-made builds at no cost…

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Automation with curves, LFOs and envelopes
  • Chord pad and chord track for writing harmony
  • A complete DAW with unlimited tracks, unlimited undo and a genuinely flexible mixer
  • Floating-point processing and support for hardware control surfaces
  • Version 2 is still in alpha
  • Smaller user base than established DAWs
  • Official prebuilt binaries are paid, though the price is up to you
  • A steep learning curve if you have not used a DAW before
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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