Join the Lutefish music community

Remote music collaboration for members to rehearse, join open jams, record stems, and stream.

  • 60-Day Trial
  • Easy Returns

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What is Lutefish?

Real-time online rehearsal

Play with up to five other musicians up to 500 miles away.

Clean audio and low latency

High-quality inputs, low-latency hardware and a direct Ethernet connection keep you in sync.

Easy Setup

Plug-and-play hardware with browser-based control means less setup friction and fewer tech headaches.

How It Works

Set up in minutes.

Plug in
Connect Your Instruments
Activate Subscription
Invite Musicians
Start Jamming

See what the pros are saying

“It actually feels like the same room.”
— Premier GuitarRead or watch : Premier Guitar (opens in a new tab)
“Remote rehearsal is finally real.”
— Guitar WorldRead or watch : Guitar World (opens in a new tab)
“Outstanding craftsmanship and incredible sound quality.”
— Worship MusicianRead or watch : Worship Musician (opens in a new tab)

What You'll Need

A great Lutefish session starts with the right setup:

Cable or Fiber Internet

Cable or fiber is required for low latency. No 5G, DSL, or satellite internet.

Why cable or fiber?

One Device Per Person/Location

Each musician/location needs their own device to stay in sync.

Why one device each?

Active Subscription

Your first two months are included with purchase, then live jamming continues at $9.99/month.

Not sure if your setup will work? See FAQ

Pricing

How buying works: each musician needs a Lutefish Stream device ($249). A subscription ($9.99/mo.) is required for live jamming after the included trial period.

1 PackGet 2 months free
Stream Device

Stream Device

$249Includes device + 2 months of unlimited jamming→ then $9.99/mo
Buy 1 Device
Band PackGet 2 months free + Save up to 15% on device
Band Packs

Band Packs

Buy more and Save

Best for bands and group buying

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  • 60-day money-back guarantee
  • 1-year warranty
  • Free returns

Lutefish vs Others

Why not just use a video call?

Feature LutefishBest Choice Video-call tools
Latency<30-35msAudio that feels natural150ms-1000ms+Unplayable
Audio QualityStudio-quality 48k audioCompressed & unstable
SetupPlug in and playWorkarounds and compromises
Made for MusicYesNo

Open Jam

Hop in, you don't need a full band to start

Schedule or drop into an Open Jam with other musicians, no pre-arranged band needed. Browse sessions by genre, reserve a spot, show up ready to play.

Questions before you buy?

Everything you need to know before getting started

Why does each musician need their own device?

Musicians in the same space can share one Lutefish Stream device, but every location in a session needs its own device.

The device sends your audio into the session over a direct Ethernet connection, so each location needs dedicated hardware to join and stay in sync.

Do I need fast internet?

Your connection type matters more than raw speed. Lutefish requires low-latency and jitter which is only reliably achieved on cable and fiber internet connections.

Lutefish's speed requirements are minimal at about 50Mbps download speed and 10Mbps upload speed. Most cable and fiber internet plans are sufficient.

Why is there a subscription fee?

A subscription model is what makes Lutefish possible. The Lutefish Stream is advanced hardware with its own dedicated audio processing system. To keep the upfront cost low, we sell the device at near cost. However, ongoing expenses, like firmware and software updates, new features, and services such as file storage and live streaming—require continued support. A subscription allows us to maintain and improve the platform over time.

Our goal is to build a real-time online music community that’s accessible to everyone. While subscriptions aren’t always ideal, they’re necessary to deliver the experience we’re creating. 

To participate in Lutefish jam sessions, you need an active subscription and a Lutefish Stream device.

What's included in the subscription?

Unlimited jam sessions, cloud session recording, livestreaming, software updates, tech support, and access to the Lutefish musician community.

What's your return policy?

60-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. If it doesn't work for you, return it for a full refund, and return shipping is free.

Full Return Policy