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Tsunami

Free#100 of 128 in Audio Editing Software

Tsunami: A capable free DAW for personal recording, with experimental Windows and macOS support. Ranked #100 of 128 in Audio Editing Software by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free open-source cross-platform DAW users.

3.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.0 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Free open-source cross-platform DAW users
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license
- Supports multitrack mixing, recording, MIDI, effects, and synths
- Runs across Linux, Windows, and macOS
Where it doesn't
- Windows and macOS support is experimental or incomplete
- User documentation is marked TODO
- Primarily designed for personal and small recording projects

Our verdict on Tsunami

Tsunami is an open-source digital audio workstation for desktop recording and editing. It is designed primarily for personal and home recording, with a focus on individual users and small recording projects. The published feature set includes multitrack mixing, multi-version audio recording, audio effects, MIDI editing, synthesizers, sample support, a plugin system, signal chains, and persistent sessions. It is distributed as source code under the GPL-3.0 license and is available for Linux, Windows, and macOS.

Its feature depth covers key parts of a compact recording workflow. Multitrack mixing and audio recording support provide the foundation for arranging recorded material, while MIDI editing, synthesizers, samples, and plugins extend the production options beyond audio tracks. Signal chains support effect routing, and persistent sessions provide continuity between work periods. This makes Tsunami a focused choice for users who want a free, open-source desktop DAW with recording, MIDI, and sound-shaping tools in one application.

Platform fit is broader than the project's original Linux focus, but support differs by operating system. Linux is the original platform, while Windows and macOS support is described as experimental or still incomplete. The user documentation is marked TODO, which may make onboarding less straightforward for people who need extensive guidance. Choose Tsunami if open-source licensing, desktop recording, multitrack work, and cross-platform availability matter most. Users who need established Windows or macOS support, more developed documentation, or a larger workflow beyond personal and small recording projects should consider another audio editing application.

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Tsunami pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

Tsunami fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Linux, Windows, macOS
Multitrack editing	Yes
MIDI sequencing	Yes
Third-party plugins	Not verified
Noise reduction	Not verified
Video synchronization	Not verified
Cloud collaboration	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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