MilkyTracker
Create and play tracker music with MilkyTracker, a cross-platform music composition program.
About MilkyTracker
MilkyTracker is a music composition program for creating tracker music. Its homepage describes a v1.05 release (November 2024) that added a built-in beta synthesizer, MilkySynth, and new sample-editor effects. Users can create samples within the program, process them with effects, and export instruments as .XI files for use in other XM-compatible trackers.
The homepage states that the program is compatible with Fasttracker II and that latest executables are available from its Downloads page. Windows and macOS builds are mentioned. MilkySynth is labelled beta, and the developers say they are seeking Mac users to provide Mac builds.
Key features
- Built-in beta synthesizer (MilkySynth) in the sample editor
- FM and CYCLE synthesis algorithms for single and multi-cycle waveforms
- Random button with presets for starting new synthesized samples
- Sample effects including flanger/delay, reverb, filter, and saturator
- Vocoder and timestretch effects in the sample editor
- Realtime audition of effects while playing a pattern or note
Best for: Producers of tracker-style music, including those who prefer preset-based sound creation over manual synth programming.
Good for
- Instruments can be exported as .XI files for other XM-compatible trackers
- A MilkySynth instrument pack is offered as a free download
- Homepage describes compatibility with Fasttracker II
Watch out for
- MilkySynth is labelled beta
- The developers have asked for Mac users to provide Mac builds
- The homepage advises deleting the configuration directory if the program behaves unexpectedly
MilkyTracker at a glance
- Website
- milkytracker.org
- Category
- Music & Audio › Audio Editing & Production
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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MilkyTracker FAQ
Can instruments made in MilkyTracker be used in other programs?
Instruments can be exported as .XI files, which the homepage describes as portable across other XM-compatible trackers.
Where can I download MilkyTracker?
The latest executables are listed on the Downloads page of the website.
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