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Atlas 2 vs mpump
Both stand on drum machine software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Atlas 2 combines sample organization with sequencing and DAW integration, and its trial unlocks all features for 14 days. Consider the post-trial interface restriction, experimental Linux support and listed full-version terms before choosing it.
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mpump combines browser-based beat making with shareable links, session export, and music-app synchronization. Live collaboration is available only with a user-provided relay while the public hosted relay remains offline.
Visit mpumpThe facts
| Atlas 2 | mpump | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Atlas 2 Full version: $99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | algonaut.audio | mpump.live |
| On drum machine software | #3 of 30 | #1 of 30 |
Atlas 2: what it does well
- Runs standalone or as several plugin formats.
- Imports MIDI and preserves original timing.
- Exports MIDI and audio loops.
- Samples can be embedded in a DAW project.
What to know first
- Linux support is experimental.
- Trial interface becomes unavailable after 14 days.
- Full version costs $99, paid once.
- 64-bit only; installs on three machines.
mpump: what it does well
- Shared beat links let recipients change and resend grooves
- Includes drums, bass, synth, mixer, and effects
- Supports WAV recording and JSON session import/export
- Works offline after the PWA's first load
What to know first
- Live collaboration currently requires users to provide their own relay
- Public hosted relay is offline
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