FKFX Audio has released DawNote, a free mobile app that lets music producers record timestamped notes and send them back to their DAW through a dedicated VST3/AU plug-in.
Users can transfer mixes to a phone via Wi-Fi, listen with fresh ears, record timestamped voice notes, then send the notes back to the DAW at the right position in the right project.
DawNote includes a free version with the full mobile-to-plugin workflow, plus an advanced Pro version for larger projects. DawNote Pro is a one-time purchase and adds advanced features including Studio Stream, A/B Reference Tracks, Note Queue, larger project limits, unlimited track duration, and unlimited project sharing.
The complete workflow is shown in the first 2 minutes of the tutorial video:
Watch the DawNote workflow tutorial
How DawNote Works
- Transfer your mixes from your computer to the DawNote mobile app over local Wi-Fi — no cables, no cloud.
- Listen on the go and record timestamped voice notes at the exact position in the track.
- Back in the studio, tap Send Notes to DAW. Notes are automatically sent back to the correct project inside the dedicated DawNote plug-in.
- Inside the DawNote plug-in, notes can be previewed with crossfades and timing indicators, or dragged into the DAW as a single synchronized WAV file, like a regular audio recording.
Key Features
Core Workflow
- Transfer mixes from DAW or computer to mobile via local Wi-Fi.
- Record timestamped voice notes while listening.
- Send Notes to DAW — your notes return to the right project automatically.
- In-plug-in preview with crossfades and timing indicators.
- Drag and drop notes from the plug-in as a synchronized WAV file onto any DAW track.
- Local workflow with no required cloud account.
Mobile App — iOS and Android
- Record timestamped voice notes while listening.
- Hands-free recording with Bluetooth media controls.
- Preview and manage notes directly on mobile.
- Adjustable pre-roll time for reviewing notes with context.
- Scrubbing on long notes.
- Playback position saved per track between sessions.
- MIDI controller recording trigger.
- Load audio files directly on iOS/Android or from a computer via Wi-Fi sync.
- Supports MP3, WAV and AIF formats.
- Zipped WAV export with synced notes.
- Password-protected project sharing.
- Input level control.
- Color tag system.
- Full note and project management with auto-cleanup.
- Optional swipe navigation.
- Light mode.
- 22 languages supported.
- Interactive tutorial.
- Manual IP connection option.
- Sync on startup option.
Desktop and Plug-in — macOS and Windows
- DawNote Studio (Free): lightweight desktop app acting as a local server for mobile connection.
- DawNote plug-in (Free) for receiving synced notes directly inside the DAW.
- Automatic filtering of synced notes to the correct project.
- In-plug-in note preview and timing indicators.
- Drag-and-drop export of notes as synchronized WAV files.
- VST3 and AU support.
- MacOS and Windows support.
Pro Mobile Features
- Studio Stream: take timestamped notes on your phone while listening through your studio computer over Wi-Fi.
- A/B Reference Tracks: compare your mix against external references or previous versions on mobile.
- Note Queue: hold notes and send them to the DAW when you are ready.
- 10 projects.
- 25 tracks per project.
- Unlimited track duration.
- Unlimited project sharing.
Free vs Pro
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Projects | 2 | 10 |
| Tracks per project | 3 | 25 |
| Max track duration | 11 min | Unlimited |
| Mobile-to-plug-in workflow | Included | Included |
| Studio Stream | — | Yes |
| A/B Reference Tracks | — | Yes |
| Note Queue | — | Yes |
| Project sharing | 3 / month | Unlimited |
Availability and Platforms
- Mobile app: iOS and Android.
- Desktop app: macOS and Windows.
- Plug-in formats: VST3 and AU.
Pricing
- DawNote: free, with the mobile-to-plug-in workflow included.
- DawNote Pro: $39 launch price.
- Regular price: $79.
- License: one-time purchase.
Download Links
DawNote Free Mobile App
- iOS: fkfxaudio.com/getdawnoteios
- Android: fkfxaudio.com/getdawnoteandroid
