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lmms · v1.2.2 • deprecated
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Music production software
brew install --cask lmms 64
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (GPL-2.0) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026LMMS is a free, open-source music production software offering a digital audio workstation, synthesizers, and MIDI support. It's ideal for hobbyists and indie artists seeking a robust, community-driven tool without cost.
LMMS allows users to create, edit, and produce music using a digital audio workstation with various instruments and effects.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, evidenced by recent commits and a large GitHub following.
Community: Hacker News mentions show some interest, though many are unrelated to the music software. Reddit has no mentions, indicating limited community discussion.
Pros
- + Open-source and free to use
- + Feature-rich with extensive music production tools
- + Active and supportive community
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Complex user interface requiring a learning curve
Community Mentions
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