Universal Audio launch LUNA 1.9

Published 15/7/25

Introduces powerful new AI features

Universal Audio’s DAW software has come a long way since it was introduced in 2020. Originally launched exclusively for Mac users with Apollo interfaces, the software is now compatible with Windows systems and no longer requires any UA hardware — even better, it’s free! The latest major update has just arrived in the form of LUNA 1.9, and the headline announcement is the introduction of some AI-powered features that aim to help users take a step back from operating their DAW and focus instead on their creative process.

What’s New?

With the launch of version 1.9, LUNA is now kitted out with the following AI-powered features:

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 analyses incoming audio, identifies instrument types and automatically names and colour-codes tracks for faster session organisation. This helps creators spend more time making music rather than 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.

“We believe that the best audio tools can ‘disappear,’ and feel like they are simply a part of the creative process. 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." - Bill Putnam Jr., CEO, Universal Audio