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VeloScaler plugin interface
CodeFN42

VeloScaler

VeloScaler by CodeFN42 is a free MIDI effect plugin for Windows that lets you adjust and scale MIDI note velocities with up to 5 customizable bands.

VST2MIDI effects
NoteMapper plugin interface
CodeFN42

NoteMapper

NoteMapper by CodeFN42 is a free MIDI utility plugin that maps incoming MIDI notes to up to three different notes across multiple channels, enabling complex triggering setups like multi-sampler drum patterns.

VST2MIDI tools
MidiKeySwitcher plugin interface
4drX

MidiKeySwitcher

MidiKeySwitcher lets you assign 2-key switches to select MIDI channels and send program and bank change messages directly from your MIDI keyboard, eliminating the need for a mouse when browsing plugin presets.

VST2Uncategorized
MIDI-Transformer plugin interface
Austen

MIDI-Transformer

MIDI-Transformer by Austen lets you transform and reroute incoming MIDI signals within your VST chain on Windows 64-bit systems.

VST2MIDI tools
MIDI Monitor plugin interface
Robin Schmidt

MIDI Monitor

MIDI Monitor by Robin Schmidt displays incoming MIDI messages in real time. It is available as both instrument and effect plugin versions to ensure host compatibility.

VST2MIDI tools
Wind Chimes plugin interface
ToneCarver

Wind Chimes

Wind Chimes by ToneCarver generates MIDI notes simulating wind chime strikes influenced by wind conditions, optionally sending control change messages for system energy.

VST2MIDI generators

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VeloScaler plugin interface
VeloScalerCodeFN42 · VST2
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NoteMapper plugin interface
NoteMapperCodeFN42 · VST2
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MidiKeySwitcher plugin interface
MidiKeySwitcher4drX · VST2
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MIDI-Transformer plugin interface
MIDI-TransformerAusten · VST2
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MIDI Monitor plugin interface
MIDI MonitorRobin Schmidt · VST2
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Wind Chimes plugin interface
Wind ChimesToneCarver · VST2
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SPATIO Light plugin interface
Anwida

SPATIO Light

SPATIO Light by Anwida is a free stereo reverb plugin offering high-quality and versatile reverb effects. It simulates spaces ranging from small rooms with distinct coloration to large concert halls with natural spread and build.

VST2Reverb
Spacelifter 3 plugin interface
Fanan Team

Spacelifter 3

Spacelifter 3 is a free modular space effect plugin offering ducking reverb and echo with aggressive duration, capacity, and echo modules connected in parallel.

VST2Reverb
Reverberation plugin interface
Yuri Semenov

Reverberation

Reverberation by Yuri Semenov is an advanced reverb effect available as a free VST2 plugin for Windows and macOS.

VST2Reverb
Random Verb plugin interface
Yuri Semenov

Random Verb

Random Verb by Yuri Semenov is a customizable reverb effect offering manual and random early reflection settings with individual delay feedback control.

VST2Reverb
Protoverb plugin interface
u-he

Protoverb

Protoverb by u-he is an experimental reverb plugin that simulates room resonances to create natural and evolving reverberation textures.

VST2Reverb
PianoVerb plugin interface
PSP

PianoVerb

PianoVerb by PSP is a unique reverb effect that emulates the reverberation produced by piano strings using twelve string operators tuned to specific notes.

VST2Reverb
Pastel Reverb plugin interface
ViatorDSP

Pastel Reverb

Pastel Reverb by ViatorDSP is a free pastel room reverb unit available as a VST2 plugin for 64-bit Windows and macOS systems.

VST2Reverb
OldSkoolVerb plugin interface
Voxengo

OldSkoolVerb

OldSkoolVerb by Voxengo is a classic stereo reverb plugin delivering clear spatial imaging and smooth blending, ideal for professional music production.

VST2Reverb
DX Reverb Light plugin interface
Anwida

DX Reverb Light

DX Reverb Light by Anwida is a versatile reverb unit offering high-quality and flexible simulation of various acoustic spaces, from small rooms to large natural environments.

VST2Reverb
Dragonfly Reverb plugin interface
Dragonfly Reverb

Dragonfly Reverb

Dragonfly Reverb offers a collection of four high-quality reverb effects including concert hall, room, plate, and early reflections to enhance your sound.

VST2Reverb
DigiVerb plugin interface
MB Audio Lab

DigiVerb

DigiVerb by MB Audio Lab is a classic digital reverb plugin offering 30 presets including plates, rooms, and halls. Features adjustable room size, high-frequency damping, stereo imaging, and dry/wet mix controls.

VST2Reverb
Deverb plugin interface
Audio Damage

Deverb

Deverb by Audio Damage is a dark digital reverb plugin designed for electronic music, featuring twin filters for shaping the reverb tail and unique MIDI controls for rhythmic effect manipulation.

VST2Reverb
Convology XT plugin interface
Impulse Record

Convology XT

Convology XT by Impulse Record is a free convolution reverb plugin offering 70 vintage impulse responses. It operates with no time limits or activation hassles.

VST2Reverb
VariSpeed plugin interface
GSi

VariSpeed

VariSpeed is a free VST2 plugin by GSi that simulates the WEM Copicat IC-400 Belt Drive VariSpeed tape echo, replicating the hardware's variable delay powered by a DC capstan motor.

VST2Delay
Valhalla Freq Echo plugin interface
Valhalla DSP

Valhalla Freq Echo

Valhalla Freq Echo by Valhalla DSP is a free VST2 plugin combining Bode-style frequency shifting with analog echo emulation, ideal for dub and psychedelic effects.

VST2Delay
Tempo Delay plugin interface
Voxengo

Tempo Delay

Tempo Delay by Voxengo is a feature-rich delay plugin with tempo sync, dual delay length controls, and built-in EQ and tremolo for each output channel.

VST2Delay
RhythmDelayFree plugin interface
D10Labo

RhythmDelayFree

RhythmDelayFree by D10Labo is a free multi-tap delay effect plugin featuring 8 taps with tempo sync and a fixed low-pass filter. Ideal for creating rhythmic delay effects in minimal music production.

VST2Delay
Replicant plugin interface
Audio Damage

Replicant

Replicant by Audio Damage is a delay-based beat slicer and looper effect offering everything from simple delays to complex random beat mangling for modern electro music.

VST2Delay
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