Wave Tracker
WaveTracker is open-source Windows music software for wavetable synthesis, sampling, custom wave editing, and sound effects.
About Wave Tracker
WaveTracker is free, open-source music-making software for Windows. It generates sounds using basic wavetable synthesis and sampling, and it offers effects that warp, modify, or distort waves and sounds. The software supports real-time playback and editing, along with waveform drawing and sample editing.
It is limited to Windows, and the project describes its synthesis as basic. The project's README directs users to an itch.io page for downloads and to an external documentation site for detailed instructions.
Key features
- Realtime playback and editing
- Draw and edit up to 100 waveforms
- Up to 100 instrument macros for controlling aspects of sound
- Sample importing and editing
- MIDI input
- Export to .wav
Best for: Windows users who want to make music or sound effects with wavetable synthesis, sampling, and custom waveform editing.
Good for
- Free and open source, licensed under the MIT license
- Source code is publicly available on GitHub
Watch out for
- Runs on Windows only
- Synthesis is described as basic wavetable synthesis
Wave Tracker at a glance
- Category
- Music & Audio › Audio Editing & Production
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Wave Tracker FAQ
Is WaveTracker open source?
Yes. WaveTracker and its source code are licensed under the MIT license.
Where can I download WaveTracker?
The README directs users to the itch.io page to download WaveTracker.
How can I contribute?
The project asks contributors to open a feature request or contact the author first so they can discuss a roadmap.
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