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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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Tonetta Blue plugin interface
Flandersh Tech

Tonetta Blue

Tonetta Blue is a semi-modular 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer for Windows offering diverse oscillators, analog-style filters, modulation, waveshaping, and convolution reverb.

VST2Synths
Odin 2 plugin interface
TheWaveWarden

Odin 2

Odin 2 is a 12-voice polyphonic semi-modular synthesizer featuring analog waveform generation and high-quality emulations of classic analog filters like the Moog-ladder and Korg-35.

VST2Synths
KX-SYNTH-X16 plugin interface
KX77FREE

KX-SYNTH-X16

KX-SYNTH-X16 is a vintage modular polyphonic synthesizer featuring three variable shape oscillators styled after Vcs3 oscillators, a 16x16 pin matrix with feedback, an 18 dB/octave self-oscillating low-pass filter, noise generator with EQ, and ring modulation.

VST2Synths
Helm plugin interface
Matt Tytel

Helm

Helm is a free polyphonic semi-modular synthesizer by Matt Tytel with a flexible modulation system, available for Windows in VST2 format.

VST2Synths
Formant Classic plugin interface
F tec - Audio

Formant Classic

Formant Classic is a freeware softsynth inspired by the Elektor Formant semi-modular synthesizer from 1977/78. It features 3 VCOs, 2 VCFs, 2 ADSRs, and multiple modulation sources in a vintage subtractive synthesis design.

VST2Synths
Waspy LE plugin interface
Sound-Record

Waspy LE

Waspy LE by Sound-Record is a sample-based arpeggio synthesizer featuring 60 modern presets, an easy-to-use arpeggio module, ADSR envelope, and filter controls.

VST2Synths
VACS plugin interface
Noizefield

VACS

VACS is a virtual analog club synthesizer designed for EDM, House, Dance, Trance, Dub, Trap, and electronic music styles. It features subtractive synthesis and three versatile oscillators.

VST2Synths
SuperTron plugin interface
Solcito Musica

SuperTron

SuperTron by Solcito Musica is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin for Windows offering vintage 70s and 80s style arpeggios, analog strings, and retro sounds. Ideal for dance, trance, and percussion sequences with a versatile Step Modulator featuring 4 quick sub-preset scenes for live performance.

VST2Synths
Stepocea plugin interface
Flandersh Tech

Stepocea

Stepocea is a polyphonic stereo sequenced synthesizer designed for spatial, massive leads and evolving pads with four oscillators and individual convolution reverbs.

VST2Synths
Pure-Pone plugin interface
TubeOhm

Pure-Pone

Pure-Pone by TubeOhm is a free virtual analog monophonic synthesizer plugin featuring FM, SYNC, and RING modulation with a super wave oscillator for rich sounds. It includes two modulation matrices, a 12/24dB multimode filter, plus delay and chorus effects.

VST2Synths
Podolski plugin interface
u-he

Podolski

Podolski by u-he is a straightforward virtual analog synthesizer with a flexible arpeggiator, step sequencer, and built-in delay and chorus effects. Originally a FilterscapeVA spin-off, it is now offered as freeware.

VST2Synths
Movementron plugin interface
Flandersh Tech

Movementron

Movementron by Flandersh Tech is a sequenced synthesizer plugin that emphasizes movement through sequenced oscillators, filters, modulation, and sample mangling. It includes a master effect section with compressor, filter, delay, and reverb, ideal for dynamic performances.

VST2Synths
ITS plugin interface
beatassist.eu

ITS

ITS by beatassist.eu is a rhythmic gate synthesizer featuring two oscillators, an LFO, Octave Stepper, Gater, and Phaser to craft unique rhythmic sounds with one key press.

VST2Synths
Imago B plugin interface
Creatorum Genius Lab

Imago B

Imago B by Creatorum Genius Lab is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin for Windows featuring three multi-oscillators, dual state variable filters, ADSR envelopes, ping-pong delay, and chorus-flanger effects.

VST2Synths
GR-8 plugin interface
Phuturetone

GR-8

GR-8 by Phuturetone is a free 8-voice virtual analog synthesizer featuring multiple voice modes, built-in effects, and a versatile arpeggiator with 5 modes and 4 octave range.

VST2Synths
FireBird plugin interface
Tone2

FireBird

FireBird by Tone2 is a free Windows VST2 synthesizer offering 437 built-in sounds and a unique synthesis architecture for next-generation sound creation.

VST2Synths
ClubVoltage plugin interface
Noizefield

ClubVoltage

ClubVoltage by Noizefield is a modern subtractive synthesizer featuring a 32-step control voltage sequencer, three oscillators with 64 waveforms each, dual multimode filters, and a white noise generator.

VST2Synths
Carma plugin interface
Max Project

Carma

Carma by Max Project is a free drawable oscillators synthesizer for Windows featuring dual oscillators with 8 waveforms each, FM and ring modulation, dual LFOs, a modulation matrix, arpeggiator, and built-in delay, reverb, and EQ effects.

VST2Synths
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