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๐๏ธ EchoForge Features
EchoForge is a modern, open-source home recording software designed for musicians, podcasters, and producers who want power and simplicity. Hereโs a breakdown of its core features:
๐๏ธ Multi-Track Recording
Record unlimited audio tracks simultaneously with automatic latency compensation. Perfect for solo artists or full band sessions.
- Arm and record multiple inputs
- Track grouping and color-coding
- Input monitoring and gain control
๐งฉ VST3 Plugin Support
Enhance your sessions with third-party VST3 plugins or built-in effects.
- Plugin scanning and sandboxing
- Real-time parameter automation
- Native plugin manager and favorites list
๐ต Built-In Effects
EchoForge comes bundled with essential tools for mixing and sound design.
- Parametric EQ
- Reverb, delay, and chorus
- Compressor, limiter, and noise gate
- Preset library with easy save/load
๐๏ธ MIDI & Virtual Instruments
Support for MIDI controllers and VSTi instruments lets you compose music digitally.
- Piano roll editor
- Step sequencer
- Velocity and modulation editing
- Quantization and time-stretching
โฑ๏ธ Real-Time Processing
Low-latency architecture makes it easy to record, monitor, and mix in real time.
- ASIO/CoreAudio/ALSA support
- Adjustable buffer sizes
- Multithreaded DSP engine
๐๏ธ Project-Based Workflow
Organize your work with clean and modular project structures.
- Auto-save and backup
- Non-destructive editing
- Import/export presets and templates
๐ UI Themes
Choose between a dark and light mode for optimal workflow comfort.
- Theme toggles
- Retina/HiDPI scaling
- Keyboard shortcuts and workspace customization
๐ Looping & Punch-In
Ideal for refining takes with tight control over sections.
- Custom loop regions
- Pre-roll and punch-in points
- Loop recording modes
๐ค Export Options
Output your work in professional formats with full control.
- Export in WAV, MP3, FLAC, and OGG
- Track bounce, stem export, and master export
- Normalize, dither, and tag metadata
๐ฆ Extensible Architecture (Coming Soon)
EchoForge is being built with modularity in mind.
- Plugin SDK (planned)
- Scripting system with JavaScript or Lua (planned)
Need help or want to contribute? Visit the main README or open an issue.