I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Linux and BSD
I've been working on Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer.
If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home:
- Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp.
- 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM).
- Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2.
- Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks.
- Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account.
- Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features.
The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. If you have questions, feel free to ask me.
Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest
FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.
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Welcome to r/GridlineDAW
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Welcome! This is the community for Gridline, a free, open source music workstation built around the grid.
Build loops in the channel rack, draw them out in the piano roll, arrange them in the playlist and mix them on inserts. It's GPL-3.0, has no account or subscription, and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD, OpenBSD and NetBSD.
Download the latest release | Source code on GitHub
What's in it
- 177 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid), Platter (two DJ decks and a mixer) and Lattice (six-operator FM)
- The Gridline Suite: 120 of Gridline's plugins as VST3, CLAP and, on macOS, Audio Unit, so you can use them in other DAWs too
- Your own plugins: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2, each with its own interface
- Make music together: work on one project live with other people, peer to peer and end-to-end encrypted, with no server and no account
- Split stems: separate audio into vocals, drums, bass and more on your own computer
- Junction: wire instruments, effects and note processors by hand with modules and cables
- FL Studio projects: open your .flp files and zipped loop packages and bring existing work across, or export back to them
New here?
Open File > New from template > Demo song to hear a full track made using only the built-in instruments and effects, then take it apart to see how it works.
The builds aren't signed by Apple or Microsoft. On macOS, open the app the first time with right-click, Open. On Windows, choose "More info", then "Run anyway".
What to post
- Music you made with Gridline, finished or not
- Questions, tips, templates, presets and scripts
- Feature ideas and feedback, good or bad
- Bugs: tell us here, or open an issue on GitHub. It helps to include your system, your Gridline version and the steps to make it happen.
House rules
1. Be kind, especially to beginners.
2. Keep it about Gridline or making music with it.
3. Share only presets, samples and projects you have the right to share. No cracked software.
4. Self-promotion is fine when it's music you made with Gridline.
Gridline is moving quickly and your feedback really does shape what comes next, so say hello below: what do you make, and what would you like to see next?
Gridline is an independent project, not affiliated with or endorsed by Image-Line. "FL Studio" is a trademark of Image-Line Software.
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clonaram o FL studio kkk github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/tag/v0…
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Gridline: a free, open-source DAW with FL Studio project import. What would you test first?
Credit to u/lolitemaultes, who shared Gridline in r/ArtCraftAI. This is an independent project inspired by ArtCraft, not a release from the ArtCraft team.
I'm Obi, the builder of RepoQuarry. I've written up what is actually available, including today's 0.7.1 release:
repoquarry.dev
There are downloads for Windows, macOS and Linux, a pattern-based workflow, FL Studio project import/export, and instruments you can also try in your existing DAW through the Gridline Suite.
The important tradeoffs: FL Studio's built-in plugins map to Gridline equivalents, so don't assume identical sound. Collaborative projects currently require Gridline's own plugins and matching versions. Downloads are unsigned. This is a documentation-based write-up; I haven't installed or audio-tested it.
Official code and downloads:
lolitemaultes/Gridline
For producers here: what would you test first—an existing .flp project, recording latency, your plugins, or a shared session? And thanks to the developer for putting the work out in the open.
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I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux
I've been building Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer.
If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home:
- Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp.
- 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM).
- Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2.
- Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks.
- Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account.
- Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features.
The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. I'm the developer, if you have questions, feel free to ask me.
Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest
FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.
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I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux
I've been building Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer.
If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home:
- Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp.
- 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM).
- Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2.
- Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks.
- Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account.
- Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features.
The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. I'm the developer, if you have questions, feel free to ask me.
Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest
FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.
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I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Linux and BSD I've been working on Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer. If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home: - Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp. - 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM). - Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2. - Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks. - Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account. - Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features. The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. If you have questions, feel free to ask me. Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.
Welcome to r/GridlineDAW preview.redd.it Welcome! This is the community for Gridline, a free, open source music workstation built around the grid. Build loops in the channel rack, draw them out in the piano roll, arrange them in the playlist and mix them on inserts. It's GPL-3.0, has no account or subscription, and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD, OpenBSD and NetBSD. Download the latest release | Source code on GitHub What's in it - 177 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid), Platter (two DJ decks and a mixer) and Lattice (six-operator FM) - The Gridline Suite: 120 of Gridline's plugins as VST3, CLAP and, on macOS, Audio Unit, so you can use them in other DAWs too - Your own plugins: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2, each with its own interface - Make music together: work on one project live with other people, peer to peer and end-to-end encrypted, with no server and no account - Split stems: separate audio into vocals, drums, bass and more on your own computer - Junction: wire instruments, effects and note processors by hand with modules and cables - FL Studio projects: open your .flp files and zipped loop packages and bring existing work across, or export back to them New here? Open File > New from template > Demo song to hear a full track made using only the built-in instruments and effects, then take it apart to see how it works. The builds aren't signed by Apple or Microsoft. On macOS, open the app the first time with right-click, Open. On Windows, choose "More info", then "Run anyway". What to post - Music you made with Gridline, finished or not - Questions, tips, templates, presets and scripts - Feature ideas and feedback, good or bad - Bugs: tell us here, or open an issue on GitHub. It helps to include your system, your Gridline version and the steps to make it happen. House rules 1. Be kind, especially to beginners. 2. Keep it about Gridline or making music with it. 3. Share only presets, samples and projects you have the right to share. No cracked software. 4. Self-promotion is fine when it's music you made with Gridline. Gridline is moving quickly and your feedback really does shape what comes next, so say hello below: what do you make, and what would you like to see next? Gridline is an independent project, not affiliated with or endorsed by Image-Line. "FL Studio" is a trademark of Image-Line Software.
clonaram o FL studio kkk github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/tag/v0…
Gridline: a free, open-source DAW with FL Studio project import. What would you test first? Credit to u/lolitemaultes, who shared Gridline in r/ArtCraftAI. This is an independent project inspired by ArtCraft, not a release from the ArtCraft team. I'm Obi, the builder of RepoQuarry. I've written up what is actually available, including today's 0.7.1 release: repoquarry.dev There are downloads for Windows, macOS and Linux, a pattern-based workflow, FL Studio project import/export, and instruments you can also try in your existing DAW through the Gridline Suite. The important tradeoffs: FL Studio's built-in plugins map to Gridline equivalents, so don't assume identical sound. Collaborative projects currently require Gridline's own plugins and matching versions. Downloads are unsigned. This is a documentation-based write-up; I haven't installed or audio-tested it. Official code and downloads: lolitemaultes/Gridline For producers here: what would you test first—an existing .flp project, recording latency, your plugins, or a shared session? And thanks to the developer for putting the work out in the open.
I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux I've been building Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer. If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home: - Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp. - 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM). - Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2. - Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks. - Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account. - Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features. The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. I'm the developer, if you have questions, feel free to ask me. Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.
I made a free, open source DAW for FL Studio users that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux I've been building Gridline, a free, open source music workstation (GPL-3.0) built around the pattern workflow: channel rack, step sequencer, piano roll, playlist and mixer. If you make beats in FL Studio, you'll feel at home: - Opens your .flp projects and .zip loop packages. Channels, patterns, notes, playlist clips, automation and mixer routing come across. Third-party plugins like Serum 2 keep their settings, and you can save back to .flp. - 175 built-in instruments and effects, including Plasma (wavetable hybrid synth), Seltmann (drop in any audio and it finds the tempo, chops it and flips it), Platter (two DJ decks with real scratching) and Lattice (FM). - Your plugins with their own interfaces: VST3, CLAP, VST2, AU and LV2. - Stem separation on your own computer, right onto new tracks. - Live collaboration: work on one project with friends over the internet, peer to peer and encrypted, with no account. - Runs everywhere: Windows, macOS, Linux and BSD, on x86 and ARM. Completely free, no trial and no paywalled features. The project is still young, so feedback and bug reports are more than welcome and will help future releases. I'm the developer, if you have questions, feel free to ask me. Download: github.com/lolitemaultes/Gridline/releases/latest FYI: Gridline was and is being created using Claude Opus via Claude Code, is independent and not affiliated with Image-Line. FL Studio is mentioned only to describe file compatibility.