Introduction to LoFi Engine
Generate LoFi music on the go. You create your own atmosphere; LoFi Engine sets the mood.Installation
Get LoFi Engine on Linux, Mac, Windows, or try the web version
Quick start
Generate your first LoFi track in minutes
Keyboard shortcuts
Master every action with keyboard shortcuts
Customization
Customize playback, look, and ambience to match your mood
What is LoFi Engine?
LoFi Engine is a desktop application that generates procedural LoFi music using Tone.js, providing a dynamic and unique listening experience every time. Built with Svelte, TypeScript, and Tauri, it offers a lightweight, cross-platform solution for creating your own LoFi studio.LoFi Engine works completely offline. Your experience is fully private, with no internet connection required.
Key features
Procedural generation
Every track is generated procedurally using Tone.js for a unique listening experience
Customizable ambience
Add weather and nature sounds like rain, birds, waves, and city textures
Auto DJ (Immersion)
Automatic soundscape management with Music, Atmosphere, World, and Manual modes
Custom look and feel
Choose from carefully crafted artworks to create your perfect studio environment
Keyboard shortcuts
Every action has a keyboard shortcut for maximum accessibility
Multilingual support
Available in English, French, Dutch, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, and Hindi
Cross-platform support
LoFi Engine runs on all major desktop platforms:- Linux: Native desktop application
- macOS: Native desktop application with private API support
- Windows: Native desktop application
- Web: Browser-based version at lofi-engine.vercel.app
Core philosophy
LoFi Engine’s main focus is:- Customization: Full control over music, ambience, and visual appearance
- Accessibility: Keyboard shortcuts for every action, multilingual support
- Artistic freedom: Be the artist and create your unique LoFi studio
Immersion system (Auto DJ)
The Immersion system automatically manages your soundscape with four modes:- Music: Focuses on beat and chords without atmospheric effects
- Atmosphere: Adds core weather and nature effects for fuller sound
- World: Incorporates specific textures like city sounds or wind for deep immersion
- Manual: Gives you full control to mix and match sounds as you please
Next steps
Install LoFi Engine
Download and install LoFi Engine for your platform. See the installation guide.
Generate your first track
Follow the quick start guide to generate your first LoFi track.