How much does DAWG cost?
The beta is available now at no cost on itch.io. DAWG is heading to Steam and other stores as a paid product. No subscriptions, no in-app purchases.
Do I need music experience to use DAWG?
No. DAWG is designed so that anyone can make music immediately. Pick a scale, tap notes on the grid, and it sounds good. The instrument-first workflow means you learn by playing, not by reading manuals. See DAWG for beginners.
What platforms does DAWG run on?
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android (phones and tablets), and Steam Deck. See all platforms.
Can I use DAWG on my phone or tablet?
Yes. DAWG runs on Android phones and tablets with a touch-optimized interface. Large tap targets and responsive controls designed for fingers-first interaction. See making music on Android.
Does DAWG support MIDI controllers?
Yes. Any class-compliant USB or Bluetooth MIDI controller works. Keyboards, pad controllers, mini controllers. Pitch bend, mod wheel, sustain pedal, and CC mapping are all supported. See MIDI and DAWG.
Can I export my music?
Yes. DAWG exports to WAV format. You can use your exported tracks anywhere - upload to SoundCloud, use in videos, share with friends. See how to export a track.
Is DAWG like FL Studio or Ableton?
DAWG is a different kind of music tool. Traditional DAWs like FL Studio, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro are timeline-based production suites designed for professional producers. DAWG is an instrument-first music creation app designed to get you making music in seconds. It uses a game-like workflow with a real audio engine underneath. Many users find DAWG is all they need.
How many instruments does DAWG have?
9 instrument types: Drums, Bass, Synth, Groove, Guitar, Arp, Sampler, Electric, and Vocal. Each comes with multiple presets and sound banks tuned for different genres.
What languages is DAWG available in?
16 languages: English, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese (Simplified), Korean, Turkish, Indonesian, Hindi, Thai, Bengali, and Arabic.
Does DAWG collect my data?
No. DAWG requires no account. There's no analytics, no tracking, and no telemetry. All data is stored locally on your device. See our privacy policy.
Is DAWG a toy or a real music tool?
DAWG is beginner-friendly but not a toy. It runs a custom real-time DSP engine with per-voice synthesis, 81 simultaneous voices, wavetable oscillators, SVF filters, and LUFS-aware metering. Your exported WAV files are production-quality audio. See the audio engine.
What is the difference between DAWG and DAWG Tools?
DAWG is the music creation app for musicians, beat makers, and creators. DAWG Tools is the studio name, and also refers to the Unity developer packages (OKLab Pro, Smooth Pro, DSP Primitives Pro) that are extracted from the same engine. See DAWG Tools for Unity.