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Zrythm vs MusE: catalog facts
Zrythm	MusE
Free Open-source software; see the download page for current installer options.	Free Free and open source under the GNU General Public License.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Linux
Automation with curves, LFOs and envelopes Chord pad and chord track for writing harmony	Records and edits audio and MIDI Includes piano roll, drum, list, and score editors
Version 2 is still in alpha Smaller user base than established DAWs	Linux only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: GPL-2.0+
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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