Show HN: macOS native DAW with Git branching model

(scratchtrackaudio.com)

26 points | by hpen 12 hours ago ago

19 comments

  • mslt 11 hours ago ago

    I’d recommend providing a lot more screenshots and information about how the core DAW functionality works in comparison to other DAWs. As is I can’t see enough about what this would feel like to spend my time downloading and trying it

    • hpen 10 hours ago ago

      nice feedback. I'll get on that! Thanks

      • QuantumNomad_ 9 hours ago ago

        Some video recordings would be extra nice also, that shows the software in use on an example audio project. Including showcasing of how you work with the revision history and branches, and how it enables collaboration.

  • import 10 hours ago ago

    I am curious why it’s called DAW. There are no screenshots so hard to say anything

    Does it support VST, AU? Any support for midi? Which OS’s supported?

    Is this just a multi tracker recorder that has a git style storage?

    • scelerat 10 hours ago ago

      Digital Audio Workstation

      in the context of computer-based recording it's pretty common jargon

      • QuantumNomad_ 9 hours ago ago

        I think what parent commenter is asking is, does it do the things one would expect a DAW to do?

        I’m not expecting a whole Ableton replacement, but things like hosting plugins and working with MIDI is IMO fair to expect from any piece of software that wants to call itself a DAW.

  • gyomu 9 hours ago ago

    You charge $10/mo but all your links for Documentation/Privacy/Terms/Support are blank.

    • sjtgraham 9 hours ago ago

      You get what you pay for.

  • stephenhandley 8 hours ago ago

    I cannot imagine anyone who works with audio regularly would realistically consider replacing Ableton/Logic/ProTools/Reaper/etc with whatever recording experience this provides (no screenshots doesn't help your pitch).

    The versioning idea is interesting and something many musicians have to contend with as they work on songs. Personally, I wouldn't want the complexity of take-level versioning, but pinning audio and mix automation to a given mixdown could be useful for tracking the history of a song. It might be more effective to approach this as version tracking / collaboration layer around existing DAW formats rather than a full replacement.

  • dostick 8 hours ago ago

    Is it really a problem that needs solving? Or more of a solution in search for a problem. DAWs allow “track alternatives” which I use more than project versions. But I can’t imagine what would be unsatisfactory about project versions to the point of changing to another DAW.

  • zahlman 10 hours ago ago

    > with git like branching version control.

    Honestly, as long as it's based on open, text-based formats, I could handle the Git part myself.

  • delgaudm 11 hours ago ago

    I'm a voice actor, and I live in Reaper -- it's my "IDE" as it were. I like the idea of the git branching metaphor. Would you say that your DAW is primarily for musicians, or for more general purpose recording (i.e. a voice actors workflow)

    • hpen 10 hours ago ago

      I have built it because I'm a musician. That being said I am interested in serving my customers / community and am open to what features would be needed / what user experience would be desired.

    • brcmthrowaway 9 hours ago ago

      How has your business been affected by AI?

  • greenpizza13 10 hours ago ago

    Was working on this same idea (*working = ideating over). Was really dissapointed to see after downloading the app does nothing without an account. This seems totally non-required for local "free" projects with this tool.

  • inatreecrown2 10 hours ago ago

    Cool idea but 16bit audio? I would not recommend anybody record at 16bit.

    • hpen 10 hours ago ago

      Ah good catch! I'm adding 24 bit as we speak!

      • import 10 hours ago ago

        Are we talking to a bot?

  • cluckindan 5 hours ago ago

    It is hard to take this software seriously without one-button algorithmic equalization and brickwall limiting to maximize loudness. Those are what professionals would need to really make their track ”pop”.