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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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ST CHORUS plugin interface
Xsynth

ST CHORUS

ST CHORUS by Xsynth is a vintage-flavored chorus effect plugin for Windows offering modulation with distinctive character.

VST2Modulation
SimpleSide plugin interface
Armando Montanez

SimpleSide

SimpleSide by Armando Montanez is a free volume curve LFO utility plugin for Windows that offers a drawable, tempo-synced volume modulation with adjustable ramps.

VST2Modulation
Rotor Style ORGAN plugin interface
VisareTone

Rotor Style ORGAN

Rotor Style ORGAN simulates rotary speakers for classic organs, electric guitars, and more with precise bass and treble modulation settings.

VST2Modulation
PuppySnuggles plugin interface
Owl O Lantern

PuppySnuggles

PuppySnuggles by Owl O Lantern is a classic tremolo effect with a unique 'Swamp' knob that adds distortion and rolls off highs for a vintage 'Brownface' tremolo sound. It is available as a free VST2 plugin for Windows.

VST2Modulation
PulseModulator plugin interface
Audio Damage

PulseModulator

PulseModulator by Audio Damage is a free VST tremolo pedal emulation featuring three LFOs modulating a VCA and a distortion circuit for unique modulating pulses, with tempo sync support.

VST2Modulation
Phazor plugin interface
Adam Szabo

Phazor

Phazor is a free phaser effect plugin that accurately emulates the classic phaser found in Virus synthesizers, delivering its distinctive modulation sound.

VST2Modulation
Phase Two plugin interface
Audio Damage

Phase Two

Phase Two by Audio Damage is a free VST2 plugin that recreates the classic Mutron Bi-Phase phaser with two controllable 6-stage phasers for rich stereo modulation.

VST2Modulation
Pcheneg Tremolo plugin interface
Pecheneg FX

Pcheneg Tremolo

Pcheneg Tremolo by Pecheneg FX is a free tremolo effect offering adjustable modulation curve shape and host-synchronized frequency control for dynamic sound modulation.

VST2Modulation
OSL Chorus plugin interface
Oblivion Sound Lab

OSL Chorus

OSL Chorus by Oblivion Sound Lab models the classic Juno 60 chorus, delivering rich, wide modulation for synthesizers, guitar, bass, and more.

VST2Modulation
Omission plugin interface
SynthIV

Omission

Omission by SynthIV is a step-sequenced volume reducer and muter featuring 16-step patterns, tempo sync, and speed multiplier for creative modulation effects.

VST2Modulation
ndcTrem+ plugin interface
ndc Plugs

ndcTrem+

ndcTrem+ by ndc Plugs is a free tremolo and auto-panner plugin with tempo-sync for Windows and macOS in VST2 format.

VST2Modulation
NastyDLA plugin interface
Variety Of Sound

NastyDLA

NastyDLA by Variety Of Sound is a classic chorus echo effect plugin with tape-delay style feedback and saturation, delivering authentic signal path coloration.

VST2Modulation
Modulation Studio plugin interface
beatassist.eu

Modulation Studio

Modulation Studio by beatassist.eu offers five distinct modulation effects including chorus, flange, phaser, reverb, and distortion for versatile sound shaping.

VST2Modulation
Modul Nr 8 plugin interface
Sender Spike

Modul Nr 8

Modul Nr 8 by Sender Spike is a free dual LFO stereo chorus plugin inspired by unique Japanese stomp-boxes, offering complex modulation through layered LFOs.

VST2Modulation
MidiWah plugin interface
Perspective Sound

MidiWah

MidiWah is a free wah effect plugin by Perspective Sound featuring variable tone control and MIDI frequency control. It operates in true stereo, ideal for drums and unconventional wah applications.

VST2Modulation
maDulation plugin interface
Madbee Audio

maDulation

maDulation by Madbee Audio is a free modulation toolbox featuring a bandpass filter, drive control, and mono/stereo switch for Windows.

VST2Modulation
Lurker Chorus plugin interface
Lurker Beats

Lurker Chorus

Lurker Chorus is a 4-voice stereo chorus effect plugin featuring tempo-sync, stereo spread, and visual color animations for each chorus sweep.

VST2Modulation
Lizard Morph plugin interface
SyncerSoft

Lizard Morph

Lizard Morph by SyncerSoft is a free detune and morph modulation effect delivering powerful sounds preferred by trance and electronic music producers. It features LFO modulation sections for dynamic sound shaping.

VST2Modulation
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