ShoopDaLoop is an advanced live looping application with DAW-like elements.
It is built for audio and MIDI looping in a grid-style layout and is intended for free-form jamming, pre-scripted looping sessions, and experimental performance workflows.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Supports live looping of audio and MIDI clips.
- Uses a grid-style layout for organising loops.
- Includes DAW-like sequencing features.
- Is suitable for free-form jamming and scripted looping sessions.
- Targets creative music and live performance workflows.
Website: github.com/SanderVocke/shoopdaloop
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Developer: Sander Vocke
License: GNU General Public License v3.0

ShoopDaLoop is written in Rust and C++. Learn Rust with our recommended free books and free tutorials. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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