Ardour
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Free and open-source digital audio workstation for recording, editing, and mixing audio and MIDI on Linux, macOS, and Windows with professional-grade signal routing.
Pros
- +Completely free with transparent open-source development
- +Powerful signal routing and professional-grade features
Cons
- -Requires more technical knowledge than commercial DAW alternatives
- -Smaller plugin ecosystem compared to Pro Tools or Logic
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