Ardour Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Ardour for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is LMMS, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Ardour and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Ardour are REAPER, Bitwig Studio, Bespoke Synth and Zrythm.

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  1. MusE Sequencer icon
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    Open-source DAW for GNU/Linux designed for multitrack MIDI and audio sequencing, real-time effects, automation, plugin support including LV2, VST, DSSI, non-destructive editing, JACK compatibility, and free BSD port for advanced audio production and virtual studio needs.

    35 MusE Sequencer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  2. Renoise icon
     43 likes

    Renoise is a contemporary digital audio workstation (DAW) based upon the heritage and development of tracker software. Its primary use is the composition of music using sound samples, soft synths, and effects plug-ins. It is also able to interface with MIDI equipment.

    61 Renoise alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. Yadaw  icon
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    A lightweight, cross-platform DAW built in Rust with egui, designed for sound design and audio prototyping.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  4. Frinika icon
     16 likes

    Frinika is a free (licensed under GNU GPL) complete music workstation software containing sequencer, midi support, soft synthesizers, audio recorder, piano roll/tracker/notation editing and more. The goal of Frinika is to be a complete platform for making music with your...

    58 Frinika alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  5. Open Octave icon
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    Open Octave Midi is a Linux based Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) designed to give musicians the tools needed to make composing on a computer possible, and even fun! The project is focused on orchestral and film writing and recording.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  6. MusicBoard icon
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    Mb Launchpad is the first Linux launchpad. Available for Linux, MacOS, Android (executables) and for Wdos if you compile it.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
     
  7. Luppp icon
     18 likes

    Luppp is a music creation tool, intended for live use. The focus is on real time processing and a fast, intuitive workflow. With extensive MIDI mapping support, you can get looping just how you like!

    42 Luppp alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. Record, jam, and capture your creativity whenever and wherever it strikes. Packed with authentic Fender tones, Fender Studio is fast, fun, and free for guitar players and music creators of all types.

    50 Fender Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flatpak
     
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