Powerful Digital Audio Workstations for Music Creation/Production - Free & Open Source
The post will identify a number of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) that represent powerful, free and opensource options that let music creators/producers attain professional results. Most tools are cross platform, meaning that run on Linux, macOS, and Windows. There is an accompaning video and link by Traversaudio.com, with the exception of Ardour, that provide a detailed review of each DAW.
LMMS
LMMS (Linux Multimedia Studio) is open source and offers editors, synthesizers and samplers. OS support include Linus, OpenBSD, macOS, and Windows. For feature set details and use cases, visit the official website.
SoundBrige
SoundBrige comes in both 32 bit and 64 bit versions for macOS and Windows.
Ohm Studio
Ohm Studio is available for both macOS and Windows. It the only DAW within the group that facilitates online collaboration.
Waveform Free
Waveform Free has versions for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Cakewalk
Cakewalk (formally known as Sonar) is available for Windows and offers pro-grade features at no cost.
Video review
Honorable mention
Ardour is available Linux, macOS and Windows. It is considered to have a somewhat steep learning curve but can yield unparalleled results.
Detailed DAW review by Traversaudio found here.