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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Quilcom
BFP
BFP by Quilcom is a free Barber pole flanger VST2 plugin for Windows that creates the illusion of an endlessly rising or falling flanging effect, especially effective at low LFO rates.
VST2Modulation
Analog Obsession
Transature
Transature by Analog Obsession is a free console transformer simulator featuring clean pre-drive circuits and a clean driver stage to produce authentic transformer saturation without added character.
VST2Preamps & amps
Mercuriall
Tomato preamp
Tomato preamp by Mercuriall is a free VST plugin that models a simple vacuum-tube preamp with two triode vacuum tubes, designed to produce wedge and overdrive effects. Originally created by Igor Shayev, it offers a vintage-style overdrive circuit suitable for enthusiasts and collectors of vacuum tube devices.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
ThrillseekerLA
ThrillseekerLA by Variety Of Sound is a digital stereo leveling amplifier delivering authentic analog character with deep gain riding and minimal inter-modulation distortion.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
TesslaSE mkII
TesslaSE mkII by Variety Of Sound is a transformer saturation simulator that subtly colors sound, enhances transients, and adds analog-style widening effects.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
TesslaSE
TesslaSE by Variety Of Sound is a free transformer saturation simulator for Windows 32-bit VST2 that adds subtle, pleasant saturation to audio channels.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
TesslaPRO mkIII
TesslaPRO mkIII by Variety Of Sound is a free signal saturator with transient control, inspired by classic 50s and 60s transformer-based circuits but updated for modern mixing.
VST2Preamps & amps
Analog Obsession
SPre
SPre by Analog Obsession simulates the vintage tonal character of the E-mu SP-1200 sampler. Enhance your digital samples with warmth and depth using this preamp-amp effect.
VST2Preamps & amps
Z3 Audiolabs
Scratch it!
Scratch it! by Z3 Audiolabs is a free Windows VST2 plugin that simulates vinyl scratch and tapestop effects, featuring an envelope to create synchronized scratch sequences.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
Rescue MK2
Rescue MK2 by Variety Of Sound is a free Windows VST2 plugin offering envelope-dependent signal amplification and saturation in mid/side mode with analog-style alterations and a width control for natural stereo widening.
VST2Preamps & amps
Analog Obsession
PREDD
PREDD by Analog Obsession is a free vintage mic preamp and DI emulation offering selectable input, -20dB pad, phase invert, and fine gain control.
VST2Preamps & amps
Analog Obsession
PreBOX
PreBOX by Analog Obsession is a free multi preamp simulator offering 11 selectable preamps with gain compensated input and clean output. It features selectable high-pass and low-pass filters for precise tonal shaping.
VST2Preamps & amps
Analog Obsession
NCAR
NCAR by Analog Obsession is a free 8 stereo I/O summing mixer plugin featuring a preamp, 3-band fixed equalizer, VU meters, and channel control functions.
VST2Preamps & amps
Variety Of Sound
NASTYtableTop
NASTYtableTop by Variety Of Sound is a simple low-end signal saturator designed to add warmth and character to your sound.
VST2Preamps & amps
Analog Obsession
MPReq
MPReq by Analog Obsession is a vintage microphone preamp plugin featuring a two-band fixed frequency program equalizer. It uses true component and circuit modeling to emulate the original hardware's sound.
VST2Preamps & amps
Antress
Modern Premier
Modern Premier by Antress is a free Windows VST2 plugin offering a versatile mic preamp simulation with five preamp models, harmonic control, and transparent filtering.
VST2Preamps & amps
Antress
Modern Analoguer
Modern Analoguer by Antress is a free leveling amplifier VST2 plugin for Windows that offers precise input, output, and color control with a hidden OLED level display.
VST2Preamps & amps
RunBeerRun
Lord Scratch
Lord Scratch by RunBeerRun is a free Windows VST2 plugin that offers a sample scratching effect controllable via MIDI CC or an internal auto scratch feature with LFO rate and clock sync.
VST2Preamps & amps
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