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.
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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
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
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
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
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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Noisebud
CatchDad
CatchDad by Noisebud is a free VST2 plugin for Windows designed for live sampling and rhythm programming. Capture up to four sounds and create complex rhythmic patterns using integrated step sequencers.
VST2Samplers
beatassist.eu
BitMeex
BitMeex is a free DJ-style plugin simulating two decks with basic mixing features for .wav and .aif files on Windows.
VST2Uncategorized
Sonic Charge
Cyclone
Cyclone by Sonic Charge is a true hardware emulator of the 12-bit Yamaha TX16W sampler, replicating its 68000 CPU, DSP circuits, 12-bit sample memory, and DACs for authentic sound.
VST2Samplers
Tascam
CVPiano
CVPiano is a free grand piano plugin for Windows featuring spectral morphing technology that creates continuous spectral variations from a single baseline sample velocity.
VST2Piano & keys
Ample Sound
Ample Guitar M Lite II
Ample Guitar M Lite II is a free sampled acoustic guitar plugin featuring 866 samples at 16-bit 44.1kHz resolution with direct-from-disk playback and controllable resonance for vivid, realistic sound.
VST2Samplers
Ample Sound
ABPL II
ABPL II by Ample Sound is a free lite virtual bass instrument featuring a Fender Precision Bass sampled with direct-from-disk technology and rich fingering noises for realism.
VST2Guitar & bass
99Sounds
Clap Machine
Clap Machine is a free plugin featuring natural hand clap samples designed to add realistic claps and rhythmic sequences to your music effortlessly.
VST2CLAPSamplers
Greynote Music
Analog Snare
Analog Snare by Greynote Music delivers 10 handcrafted analog snare drum samples with a true analog sound source in a lightweight, royalty-free plugin.
VST2Drums
Greynote Music
Analog Kick
Analog Kick delivers 10 handcrafted analog kick drum samples with a true analog sound. Designed for simplicity and royalty-free use.
VST2Samplers
LoopToGO
LoopToGo
LoopToGo is a live performance looper that hosts VST3 plugins, enabling programmed looping in a streamlined interface.
VST2Loop & scratch
Linux MultiMedia Studio
LMMS
LMMS is a free cross-platform music production software that enables melody and beat creation, sound synthesis and mixing, sample arrangement, and MIDI keyboard integration on Windows.
VST2Uncategorized
ExperimentalScene
DarkWave Studio
DarkWave Studio is a free, open source digital audio workstation for Windows featuring a modular virtual studio, pattern and sequence editors, and multitrack recording.
VST2Host
Audacity
Audacity
Audacity is a free, easy-to-use audio editor and recorder compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux. It supports live recording and digitizing from various sources.
VST2Host
Maizesoft
AirRack
AirRack by Maizesoft is a live performance rack environment for Windows offering amplifier, mixer, dual effects with VST support, and VST instrument integration.
VST2Uncategorized
Kuassa
Efektor Silencer
Efektor Silencer is a precise dual/mono noise gate offering smooth gating control with three knobs and a bypass switch. It works seamlessly on Windows in both 32-bit and 64-bit VST2 formats.
VST2Gates & de-essers
Topten Software
Cantabile 3 Lite
Cantabile 3 Lite is a free digital audio workstation and VST host for Windows featuring multi-core CPU support, scalable touch-friendly UI, and multichannel audio capabilities.
VST2Host
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