Introduction Linux has emerged as a powerful platform for professional audio production, providing a flexible and stable environment for musicians, sound engineers, and producers. If you're keen on using Linux for your audio projects and are specifically interested in Manjaro , this guide will walk you through the initial setup to prepare your Manjaro distribution for professional-grade Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) like Reaper , Harrison Mixbus , and Ardour . From configuring your user account to installing crucial software, this guide will equip you to dive into the world of professional audio production on Manjaro . 1. Join and configure the Audio Group To begin your journey into professional audio production, you need to grant your user account access to the audio group. Execute the following command to add your user to the audio group: sudo usermod -a -G audio $USER This step ensures that your user account has the necessary per...
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