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MilkyTracker

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What it is

MilkyTracker is a free, open source music application for creating .MOD and .XM module files. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and additional platforms, with source builds also supported. Its tracker workflow aims to recreate Fasttracker II’s module playback and user experience, and .MOD files have ProTracker 2/3 playback modes. The editor supports up to 128 channels and allows simultaneous playback and editing; live mode enables pattern changes during playback. The sample editor includes waveform generators and effects, plus a beta synthesizer for generating looped or single- and multi-cycle waveforms. MilkyTracker imports more than 30 module formats and can load zipped, powerpacked, and UMX modules directly. It exports .MOD, .WAV, and .XM files, and can render songs or patterns to disk or to a sample. MIDI In is supported, but MIDI sequencing, third-party plugins, and cloud collaboration are not. Downloads include Linux AppImage and ZIP builds, Windows ZIP builds, and macOS DMG builds. The project says it will always be free, with optional donations, and its manual says it remains under development and advises use at the user's own risk.

Spec sheet

What it does
MilkyTracker is an open source, multi-platform music application for creating .MOD and .XM module files.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Support
The project directs users to its forum for help and bug reports, and provides Matrix, Discord, and IRC community channels.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Cloud collaboration
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Development status
The manual says MilkyTracker is under development and advises users to use it at their own risk.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Distribution
The downloads page lists packages or ports in distributions including Debian, Arch Linux, FreeBSD, Gentoo, and Ubuntu.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Download platforms
The downloads page lists Linux AppImage and ZIP builds, Windows ZIP builds, and macOS DMG builds; it notes that extra Mac builds are welcome.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Editing and playback
It supports up to 128 channels, playing and editing simultaneously, and live mode for seamless pattern changes.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Exports
It can export .MOD, .WAV, and .XM files and render songs or patterns to disk or directly to a sample.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
MIDI
The feature list includes MIDI In support.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
MIDI sequencing
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Module formats
MilkyTracker imports over 30 module formats and can load zipped, powerpacked, and UMX modules directly.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Multitrack editing
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Pricing
The maker says MilkyTracker will always be free and invites users to donate to support development.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Sample editor and synth
The sample editor includes waveform generators, effects, and a beta synthesizer that generates looped or single- and multi-cycle waveforms.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org
Supported platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux; also supports additional platforms and builds from sourceRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Third-party plugins
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · milkytracker.org
Tracker compatibility
It aims to recreate Fasttracker II’s module playback and user experience, with ProTracker 2/3 playback modes for .MOD files.Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org

Plans and prices

MilkyTracker Free Donations are optional Read 7 Oct 2026 · milkytracker.org

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Creates .MOD and .XM module files.
  • Supports up to 128 channels.
  • Imports more than 30 module formats.
  • Exports .MOD, .WAV, and .XM files.
  • Free to use; donations are optional.

Limits

  • MIDI sequencing is not supported.
  • Third-party plugins are not supported.
  • Cloud collaboration is not supported.
  • The manual advises use at your own risk.

Who it suits

MilkyTracker suits people creating or editing tracker module music who want a free tool for desktop platforms. Its stated limitations matter to users seeking MIDI sequencing, plugins, or cloud collaboration.

Verdict

MilkyTracker offers broad module-format support and tracker-focused editing across several desktop platforms. It is less suited to workflows that depend on MIDI sequencing, plugins, or cloud collaboration.

Where Specifiction places it

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