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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Ourafilmes
TNT
TNT by Ourafilmes is a Distortion and Saturation plugin designed for versatile audio processing, especially drums, FX, and bass. It offers both single band and multi-band versions, with mono and stereo components.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
EXE Consulting
Tiny Dist
Tiny Dist by EXE Consulting is a single-channel distortion pedal emulator designed for guitar and bass guitar. It offers calibrated input control optimized for high signal levels.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
AXP
SoftDrive GV
SoftDrive GV is a free virtual-analog VST plugin that models the classic Marshall Guv'nor and Guv'nor GV-2 Plus guitar distortion pedals, capturing their iconic solid-state distortion sound.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
AcmeBarGig
Scar Unlimited
Scar Unlimited by AcmeBarGig is a versatile distortion plugin that routes four selectable frequency bands through individual 12AX7 tube emulations with separate bias controls for flexible overdrive shaping.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Blue Lab Audio
Saturate
Saturate by Blue Lab Audio is a straightforward saturation plugin that applies waveform clipping to create distortion effects without emulating specific hardware.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Semantic Audio
SAFEDistortion
SAFEDistortion by Semantic Audio is a semantic distortion plugin that lets users load settings by typing descriptive words to shape the timbre of their audio. It analyzes and adapts to the input sound for unique distortion effects.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Valdemar Erlingsson
Rodent
Rodent is a free Windows VST2 plugin that emulates the classic ProCo Rat distortion pedal, featuring selectable aftermarket mods.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
ViatorDSP
Rift Clipper
Rift Clipper by ViatorDSP is a band splitter distortion plugin that lets you isolate and distort the high band of your signal while leaving the low band untouched. Simplify your bass processing workflow with this efficient effect plugin.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Shuttleplug
Rectula
Rectula by Shuttleplug is a free VST2 degrader and distortion effect for Windows that offers smooth, non-harsh distortion without bit-crushing. Its unlabeled controls tweak multiple parameters simultaneously for creative sound shaping.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
REMS
RDistortion
RDistortion by REMS is a free multimode distortion plugin featuring five types of distortion and integrated high pass and low pass filters for versatile sound shaping.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Analog Obsession
PEDALz
PEDALz by Analog Obsession is a versatile 5 in 1 drive pedal plugin offering five distinct overdrive models with comprehensive tone shaping controls.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
ViatorDSP
Overdrive Pedal
Overdrive Pedal by ViatorDSP is a free guitar overdrive effect plugin available in VST2 format for Windows and OSX.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
NSP
Over Diver od82o
Over Diver od82o by NSP is a freeware overdrive stompbox emulation featuring 64-bit internal processing, multiple oversampling options, symmetrical and asymmetrical clipping, and stereo support.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Saschart
MultiCrusher
MultiCrusher by Saschart is a free multi-algorithm distortion plugin featuring five distortion types including Overdrive, Decimator, Clip, and Foldback with adjustable routing.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
AudioParlour
Marauder
Marauder by AudioParlour is a boutique analog distortion plugin designed to add wear, heft, and grit to virtual analog synths with a unique dynamic distortion workflow.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
Shuttleplug
Lawnmower
Lawnmower by Shuttleplug is a versatile drive plugin offering subtle breakup to intense fuzz distortion. Ideal for drums, synths, and vocals, it includes an alternative version with a different filter.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
FKFX
Influx
Influx by FKFX is a modulated distortion and resonator plugin featuring a sonic retox engine with a Low Pass filter and Tube distortion to create new grooves from your input.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
HY-Plugins
HY-MBDrive
HY-MBDrive by HY-Plugins is a free multiband distortion plugin available for Windows in VST2 format.
VST2Distortion & overdrive
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