What is Sound Crow?
Sound Crow is a free, open source digital audio workstation (DAW) and MIDI sequencer software designed for recording, editing and mixing audio. Developed as an alternative to premium DAWs like Pro Tools or Logic Pro, Sound Crow provides professional-grade tools and features for music production at no cost.
Some key features of Sound Crow include:
- Multi-track audio recording and editing
- Support for VST plugins and virtual instruments
- Powerful mixing console with effects sends/returns
- Audio slicing and manipulations tools
- MIDI sequencing, editing, and piano roll features
- Score editor for writing sheet music
- Full automation for mixing, effects, track parameters
- Compatibility with Mac, Windows and Linux operating systems
While the interface is more barebones compared to some commercial DAWs, Sound Crow provides a pathway for budget home studio owners, musicians, podcasters, or audio editors to have access to top-tier recording and mixing tools at no cost. The open-source community behind it actively maintains and updates Sound Crow as well.
Deezer, Apple Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, Amazon Music, Funkwhale, Mixcloud, Navidrome, Audius Music, iHeart, Jamendo, Freemake Music Box are some alternatives to Sound Crow.