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Zrythm

A free-software DAW focused on automation and electronic music, with optional paid installers.

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About Zrythm

Zrythm is a digital audio workstation created by Alexandros Theodotou and released as copyleft free software. It is aimed mainly at electronic music production and emphasises automation: plenty of parameters can be automated or modulated, and it supports LV2 and VST plugins, MIDI editing, chord tools and a clip-based arranger alongside the timeline. It started life on Linux and that remains its main platform, though Windows and macOS builds are available. Because the source code is free, you can compile it yourself at no cost or get it from Linux distributions, while the official installers use a tiered model: a basic free installer with a track limit and paid installers or a subscription that unlock unlimited tracks and extra plugins. The project is young and developed largely by one person, so expect rough edges, changing features and a much smaller community than Ardour or LMMS. It suits curious Linux musicians and supporters of free software.

Best for: Linux-based electronic musicians who want a modern free-software DAW.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Copyleft free software with auditable code
  • Strong focus on automation and modulation
  • Native Linux support

Why people leave

  • Small, mostly single-developer project
  • Free official installer is limited to 25 tracks
  • Less stable and mature than Ardour or REAPER

Top Zrythm alternatives

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  1. 1Ardour logo
    Ardour

    The most mature open-source DAW, stronger for recording and mixing.

    66.5
  2. 2LMMS logo
    LMMS

    Free open-source pattern-based DAW with a larger community.

    62.6
  3. 3Bitwig Studio logo
    Bitwig Studio

    Commercial Linux DAW with polished modulation and clip launching.

    59.6
  4. 4Re
    REAPER

    Low-cost, stable DAW that runs well on Linux.

    57.2

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Zrythm: common questions

Is Zrythm free?

Yes. Zrythm is free, open-source software.

Is Zrythm open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at zrythm/zrythm.

What platforms does Zrythm run on?

Zrythm is available for Linux, Windows and macOS.

What are the best alternatives to Zrythm?

The highest-ranked Zrythm alternatives right now are Ardour, LMMS and Bitwig Studio. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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