What is Freecycle (audio)?
Freecycle is an open source, free digital audio workstation (DAW) software used for audio recording, editing, mixing and synthesis. It is available cross-platform for Linux, macOS and Windows.
Some key features of Freecycle include:
- Multi-track audio recording and mixing
- Support for VST plugins, instruments and effects
- Powerful audio editing tools (cut, copy, splice, etc.)
- Real-time audio effects including reverb, echo, compression
- MIDI sequencing, editing and piano-roll editing tools
- Synthesis instruments like software synthesizers and samplers
- Support for AU, LV2 audio plugins
- Compatible with JACK on Linux for low-latency audio
- Scripting and automation using Lua
- Customizable user interface
While geared more towards professional or enthusiast use, Freecycle also aims to be easy enough for beginners to learn. The workflow is focused on music production but can be used for podcast editing, audio restoration and mastering as well.
Reason, FL Studio, Avid Pro Tools, ReCycle, Looperator, Egoist, Slicex, Hydrogen, Cross DJ, PocketBand, ReSlice, Initial Slice, OrdrumBox, Renoise, HY-Slicer are some alternatives to Freecycle (audio).