faust ☆
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Description:
Functional programming language for real time signal processing
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.83.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: audio dsp programming synthesis realtime
Install: brew install faust
About:
Faust is a domain-specific functional programming language designed for high-precision signal processing and sound synthesis. It compiles to efficient C++ code, enabling the creation of low-latency audio plugins and applications. Its primary value is offering a high-level abstraction for DSP development while maintaining real-time performance.
Key Features:
  • Compiles to optimized C++ and LLVM IR
  • Architecture for generating various plugin formats (VST, AU, etc.)
  • Strictly typed, purely functional language
  • Integrated development environment (IDE) included
Use Cases:
  • Designing custom audio effects and synthesizers
  • Prototyping digital signal processing algorithms
  • Generating embedded code for audio hardware
Alternatives:
  • SuperCollider – Faust is a compiler for DSP primitives, whereas SuperCollider is a complete environment with a server/client architecture.
  • Max/MSP – Faust is text-based and code-centric, while Max/MSP uses a visual patching interface.
License: GPL-2.0-or-later
Dependencies: libmicrohttpd, libsndfile, llvm
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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