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lmms

Create and edit music projects

TLDR

Start the GUI

$ lmms
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Start the GUI and load external config
$ lmms --config [path/to/config.xml]
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Start the GUI and import MIDI or Hydrogen file
$ lmms --import [path/to/midi/or/hydrogen/file]
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Start the GUI with a specified window size
$ lmms --geometry [x_size]x[y_size]+[x_offset]+[y_offset]
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Dump a .mmpz file
$ lmms dump [path/to/mmpz/file.mmpz]
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Render a project file
$ lmms render [path/to/mmpz_or_mmp/file]
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Render the individual tracks of a project file
$ lmms rendertracks [path/to/mmpz_or_mmp/file] [path/to/dump/directory]
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Render with custom samplerate, format, and as a loop
$ lmms render --samplerate [88200] --format [ogg] --loop --output [path/to/output/file.ogg]
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SYNOPSIS

lmms [options] [project_file]

PARAMETERS

-h, --help
    Display help message and exit.

-v, --version
    Display version information and exit.

[project_file]
    Open the specified project file.

DESCRIPTION

LMMS (Linux MultiMedia Studio) is a free and open-source digital audio workstation (DAW) software application. It allows users to produce music on their computers by composing, sequencing, mixing, and automating songs. LMMS supports a wide range of features, including:

  • Synthesizers: Built-in and VST plugin support for creating various sounds.
  • Samples: Support for importing and using audio samples.
  • Automation: Control parameters of synthesizers and effects over time.
  • Effects: A variety of built-in effects and VST plugin support for audio processing.
  • Sequencing: Arrangement and editing of musical patterns.
  • Mixing: Combining and balancing different audio tracks.
  • Automation: Control parameters of synthesizers and effects over time.
  • Exporting: Render projects to various audio formats.

LMMS aims to be a free alternative to commercial DAWs like FL Studio and is actively developed and maintained by a community of contributors. It is available for Linux, Windows, and macOS.

GETTING STARTED

To start using LMMS, you can either open an existing project file or create a new one. The main interface allows you to arrange patterns, add instruments, and apply effects. Experiment with the different features to create your own music.

VST PLUGIN SUPPORT

LMMS supports VST plugins, allowing you to extend its functionality with additional instruments and effects. Ensure that the VST plugins are installed correctly and properly configured within LMMS.

SEE ALSO

audacity(1), jackd(1)

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