UbuntuStudio/FAQ - Community Help Wiki
Frequently asked questions about Ubuntu Studio.
General
- What is Ubuntu Studio?
- Ubuntu Studio is an official Ubuntu flavor built for creators, with KDE Plasma, PipeWire audio, and a low-latency workflow.
- What is the Jack Audio Connection Kit?
- Also known as JACK for short, it is the low-latency audio graph used by pro-audio applications. Current Ubuntu Studio releases use PipeWire for desktop audio with JACK compatibility.
- What is the difference between Ubuntu Studio and Ubuntu?
- Learn about Ubuntu Studio goals and features on the Ubuntu Studio about page.
- What is a low latency kernel?
- See the low latency kernels page for information about the current low-latency boot parameters and kernel behavior used in Ubuntu Studio.
- When is the next version coming out?
- Ubuntu Studio follows the Ubuntu release cycle. See currently supported releases on the Ubuntu Studio support page.
Installation
- How do I install Ubuntu Studio?
- Follow the current installation instructions on the Ubuntu Studio download page.
- Can I install Ubuntu Studio onto an existing Ubuntu installation?
- Yes, use Ubuntu Studio Installer on a supported Ubuntu flavor.
Applications
- What applications are included in Ubuntu Studio?
- The current Ubuntu Studio website lists the creative applications included with each release.
- Why is application xyz included and abc is not included in Ubuntu Studio?
- Selection is based on usefulness for creative workflows, maintenance status, licensing, and fit with the current desktop and audio stack.
How Can I Help?
- How to help - a good write up about different ways to help with Ubuntu Studio
Hardware
- Does xyz piece of hardware work with Ubuntu Studio?
- See Supported Hardware
- For all other pieces of hardware, check for various Hardware Compatibility Lists, such as:
Removal
- How can I safely remove Ubuntu Studio and return to "vanilla" Ubuntu?
- Remove the Ubuntu Studio desktop packages with apt, then install the desktop flavor you want to keep.