griode
The premium Open Source alternative to Akai Force
🎯 Best for:Performers who want a portable, standalone grid-based instrument they can program themselves.
What is griode?
A software-defined musical instrument that transforms a Novation Launchpad and Raspberry Pi into a standalone performance workstation. It maps grid controllers to synthesizers and sequencers, enabling live electronic music without a laptop.
Tech Stack
PythonAudio & Music Production
Why griode?
- • Standalone operation
- • Highly customizable
- • Low-cost hardware
Limitations
- • Requires hardware assembly
- • Limited polyphony on Pi
- • No built-in screen
1/7/2026
Last Update
18
Forks
7
Issues
Unknown
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Akai Force)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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