Nyquist
Lisp/SAL language for sound synthesis and algorithmic composition; also embedded in Audacity.
| Language | Lisp / SAL |
|---|---|
| Category | Synthesis & DSP |
| License | See project |
| Platforms | macOS Windows Linux |
| Install | Download source/binaries from SourceForge |
| First released | — |
| Maintained | Yes |
| Links | Website · Source |
Strengths
- Expressive Lisp/SAL scripting for synthesis
- Behavioral abstraction with transformations over time
- Powers Audacity's scripting/effects
Limitations
- Lisp/SAL syntax unfamiliar to many
- Old-style SourceForge/SVN tooling, small community
Best for
Scripted synthesis and composition, and writing Audacity effects.
Minimal example
(play (osc 60))