Universal Audio announces the release of LUNA v1.9

Universal Audio's free LUNA v1.9 software previews powerful new AI features including Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and Smart Tempo tools

Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, today announced LUNA v1.9. This software update to UA's free, award-winning DAW previews new AI-powered features to make recording easier, enabling music producers to sound like the records they love.

“We believe that the best audio tools can ‘disappear,’ and feel like they are simply a part of the creative process," says UA CEO Bill Putnam Jr. "We think the new AI-powered tools in LUNA 1.9 start to make it feel like a behind-the-scenes music recording partner, not just a DAW. Ultimately, we always look forward to hearing what our users think."

What’s New in LUNA v1.9

Voice Control: LUNA now allows users to start and stop recordings using simple "Hey Luna" voice commands from anywhere in the room. This lets musicians stay focused on their performance without having to physically switch gears to manage their DAW.*

Instrument Detection: LUNA analyzes incoming audio, identifies instrument types, and automatically names and color-codes tracks for faster session organization. This helps creators spend more time making music, not managing their session files.

Tempo Listen: LUNA listens to performances and sets the metronome to match — letting musicians record their first take with total confidence and groove. This gives artists a more natural, inspired way to start their session.

Tempo Detection: LUNA automatically detects the tempo of any audio loop dropped into the timeline — keeping everything perfectly locked in sync within sessions. This helps creators build ideas faster and stay in the flow.

Tempo Extraction: LUNA can now extract a dynamic tempo map from tracks or stems — including tempo changes and natural timing variations. This makes it easy to edit and arrange while preserving the original feel.

More About LUNA

Upon its release in 2020, LUNA was the first DAW with authentic analog channel strips, summing, and tape extensions from Neve, API, Studer, and Ampex.** When paired with Apollo audio interfaces and UA’s Accelerated Realtime Monitoring,™ LUNA delivered ultra-fast, analog-style sound and workflows for modern music production.

Now in its fifth year, LUNA continues to evolve into the most musician-friendly DAW on the market, with features designed to remove technical barriers and make recording and mixing music feel as natural and inspiring as playing it.

LUNA v1.9 is a free update for all LUNA users and will be available for download on July 15, 2025. It’s available for macOS and Windows,* and works seamlessly with any ASIO or Core Audio interface — no UA hardware required.

LUNA v1.9 Key Benefits:Use Voice Control to start or stop recording from anywhere in the room*
Organize tracks automatically with smart Instrument Detection that names and color-codes audio and MIDI inputs while recording
Keep music in sync effortlessly by letting LUNA detect tempo from loops or live performances — no click track required
Get all of LUNA’s incredible features via free download, or explore LUNA Pro to experience next-level sound and performance with extensions from Neve, API, Ampex, Studer, and more

*Voice Control is currently supported only on Apple Silicon Macs.

**LUNA extensions available via individual add-on purchase, or as a part of the LUNA Pro bundle

For more information please visit:

https://www.uaudio.com/products/luna









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