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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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ModSynthMono plugin interface
D10Labo

ModSynthMono

ModSynthMono is a free monophonic synthesizer inspired by EMS SynthiA, Sequential Circuits Prophet-5, and Oberheim Xpander offering full matrix modulation pods without presets for custom sound design.

VST2Synths
GSinth2 plugin interface
GVST

GSinth2

GSinth2 is a monophonic synthesizer featuring three continuous portamento sine wave oscillators with independent controls. It enhances the original GSinth with additional waveform and noise generators for creating evolving sounds quickly using randomize options.

VST2Synths
Tyrell Nexus 6 plugin interface
u-he

Tyrell Nexus 6

Tyrell Nexus 6 by u-he is a virtual analog synthesizer inspired by vintage Roland Juno synths. It features smooth oscillator mixer overdrive, feedback filter routing, and unison mode with voice index modulation.

VST2Synths
Tunefish plugin interface
Brain Control

Tunefish

Tunefish is a compact virtual analogue synthesizer originally crafted for the 64k intros by Brain Control, now available as a free VSTi plugin for Windows and more.

VST2Synths
TAL-NoiseMaker plugin interface
Togu Audio Line

TAL-NoiseMaker

TAL-NoiseMaker by Togu Audio Line is an enhanced synthesizer featuring a new synth engine and improved sound quality. It includes built-in effects such as reverb, chorus, and bit crusher for versatile sound design.

VST2Synths
Synth1 plugin interface
Daichi Laboratory

Synth1

Synth1 is a versatile synthesizer inspired by the Clavia Nord Lead 2 Red, featuring 2 oscillators with FM and ring modulation, 4 filter types, and an arpeggiator.

VST2Synths
Superwave p8 plugin interface
superwave

Superwave p8

Superwave p8 is an 8-voice analog synthesizer with 2 oscillators per voice, 3 resonant filters, ADSR envelope, dual LFOs, and delay effects.

VST2Synths
SuperSonico plugin interface
Solcito Musica

SuperSonico

SuperSonico by Solcito Musica is a virtual analog synthesizer offering classic analog sounds with a unique sub-oscillator feature that plays a low octave repetitively across the keyboard. Its contextual help system aids workflow, making it suitable for vintage synth enthusiasts.

VST2Synths
DEVIL plugin interface
Devil Soundz

DEVIL

DEVIL by Devil Soundz is an analog-style synthesizer for Windows with two oversampled oscillators, unison control, and a pitch knob to craft distinctive melodies.

VST2Synths
Mobius plugin interface
Circular Labs

Mobius

Mobius by Circular Labs is a real-time 8-part looper and slicer for live audio loop creation, offering synchronized stereo looping beyond traditional hardware capabilities.

VST2Loop & scratch
Yumbu 2 plugin interface
Fanan Team

Yumbu 2

Yumbu 2 is a fast-loading wav/mp3 slot-driven drum sampler designed for live use, supporting both WAV and MP3 formats with quick one-stage controls.

VST2Samplers
Yumbu plugin interface
Fanan Team

Yumbu

Yumbu is a free drum sampler by Fanan Team that uses 10 wav or mp3 slots to build custom drum kits triggered by unique MIDI notes.

VST2Samplers
Take1 plugin interface
Terry West

Take1

Take1 by Terry West is a straightforward and versatile Soundfont Player offering playback of sf2 Soundfont files with MIDI channel selection and essential controls.

VST2Samplers
Sitala plugin interface
Decomposer

Sitala

Sitala is a free drum sampler plugin by Decomposer featuring 16 assignable, velocity-sensitive pads with MIDI learn and assignable trigger and kill groups. Its four-knob simplicity suits a range of electronic styles.

VST2Samplers
Simple Microtonal Sampler plugin interface
BipTunia

Simple Microtonal Sampler

Simple Microtonal Sampler is a free microtonal WAV sampler for Windows featuring 5376 tunings, 8 presets, and two distinct samples.

VST2Samplers
Shortcircuit 2 plugin interface
Surge Synth Team

Shortcircuit 2

Shortcircuit 2 is a free Windows VST2 sampler plugin designed for musicians seeking an instrument-focused approach to sampling beyond typical library playback.

VST2Samplers
sforzando plugin interface
Plogue

sforzando

sforzando by Plogue is a simple and powerful SFZ 2.0 compliant sample player for Windows. It offers one instrument slot without a complex interface, ideal for advanced sample hobbyists.

VST2Samplers
Memory plugin interface
White Noise Audio

Memory

Memory by White Noise Audio is a free effect plugin that lets you sample and remix your audio input in real time by looping and adjusting loop length.

VST2Samplers
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