Fami Studio
FamiStudio is an NES music editor, with its GitHub repository providing source code, compiled releases, and bug-reporting information.
About Fami Studio
FamiStudio is a music editor for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). This GitHub repository provides the source code, compiled releases, and a place to report bugs. The application is written in C# and targets .NET 8.0. Sound emulation components are written in C++ and supplied as precompiled binaries.
The repository is intended for people who want to view or build the source code, or report bugs. The maintainer directs people who only want to install the software to famistudio.org or itch.io. Windows and macOS are listed in the directory metadata, and the README also describes build steps for Linux and Android.
Key features
- Music editing for the Nintendo Entertainment System
- Import and export support for FamiTracker, NSF, and FTI formats
- Windows installer (.MSI) published in the Releases section
- Application source code written in C# for .NET 8.0
- Precompiled C++ sound emulation binaries included with the source
- Issue tracker for bug reports and feature suggestions
Best for: Developers and experienced users who want to build FamiStudio from source, contribute to it, or report bugs.
Good for
- Open source and released under the MIT license
- Documents build steps for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
- Maintainer contact details and bug-reporting channels are listed
Watch out for
- The repository is aimed at developers and bug reports, not general installation
- Unsolicited pull requests are discouraged; contributors are asked to contact the maintainer first
- Linux has no makefile, and Android requires compiling C++ components manually for three architectures
Fami Studio at a glance
- Category
- Music & Audio › Audio Editing & Production
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- macOS, Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Fami Studio FAQ
Where can I install FamiStudio without building it from source?
The maintainer says people interested in installing FamiStudio should visit famistudio.org or itch.io.
Can I submit code changes to the project?
The maintainer is hesitant to accept unsolicited pull requests and asks contributors to get in touch first to agree on a plan.
How do I report a bug or suggest a feature?
Open an issue in the repository, or contact the maintainer directly.
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