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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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SampleDelay plugin interface
Blue Lab Audio

SampleDelay

SampleDelay is a precise utility plugin by Blue Lab Audio that applies a short delay at the sample level, ideal for subtle track timing adjustments.

VST2Mastering
ReaXcomp plugin interface
Cockos

ReaXcomp

ReaXcomp is a versatile unlimited band compressor offering detailed metering and extensive control per band, ideal for mastering tasks on Windows.

VST2Mastering
preFIX plugin interface
Variety Of Sound

preFIX

preFIX by Variety Of Sound is a free pre-mixing and audio alignment tool for cleaning up, fixing, and aligning audio tracks before mixing.

VST2Mastering
Oscilloscope plugin interface
SocaLabs

Oscilloscope

Oscilloscope by SocaLabs is a stereo sound analyser plugin featuring adjustable trigger levels and Y offset per channel.

VST2Mastering
MSter Balance plugin interface
Ourafilmes

MSter Balance

MSter Balance by Ourafilmes is a mastering plugin that uses four knobs to intuitively control tonal balance and stereo field via a transparent crossover filter splitting the signal into mono low and stereo high bands.

VST2Mastering
MS matrix plugin interface
Cana San Martin

MS matrix

MS matrix by Cana San Martin is a free Mid/Side encoder and decoder plugin for Windows in VST2 format.

VST2Mastering
Mid-Side Signal Processor plugin interface
Terry West

Mid-Side Signal Processor

Terry West's Mid-Side Signal Processor is a free mastering plugin for decoding and processing independent middle and side stereo signals. It supports Win32 with VST2 format.

VST2Mastering
MHORSE P3 mkII plugin interface
Terry West

MHORSE P3 mkII

MHORSE P3 mkII by Terry West is a free parallel mastering processor for Windows featuring three parametric equalizers with flexible band settings and a loudness boost filter.

VST2Mastering
MHorse P3 plugin interface
Terry West

MHorse P3

MHorse P3 is a full parallel mastering processor featuring three parallel parametric equalizers, wide Q settings, and versatile boost/cut filters for precise tonal control.

VST2Mastering
MHorse plugin interface
Terry West

MHorse

MHorse by Terry West is a master channel processor for Windows inspired by vintage studio consoles, featuring 13 graphic EQ bands, serial/parallel modes, and MS Clarity processing.

VST2Mastering
Maxwell Smart plugin interface
Lively Audio

Maxwell Smart

Maxwell Smart by Lively Audio is a transparent true peak limiter and loudness maximizer with look-ahead, designed to increase loudness while preserving transients and avoiding distortion.

VST2Mastering
Mastering LPEQ plugin interface
Quantum-Music

Mastering LPEQ

Mastering LPEQ is a transparent linear phase equalizer designed specifically for mastering. Developed in collaboration with the École polytechnique de Montréal, it delivers precise and clear EQ adjustments.

VST2Mastering
Masquarade Xtra plugin interface
Terry West

Masquarade Xtra

Masquarade Xtra is a free mastering channel EQ plugin for Windows featuring Mid/Side mode, separate left/right output gain, and flexible band controls.

VST2Mastering
M-EQ plugin interface
Samsara Cycle Audio

M-EQ

M-EQ by Samsara Cycle Audio is a mastering equalizer plugin designed for precise tonal adjustments in the mastering stage. Available as a free VST2 plugin for Windows 32-bit systems.

VST2Mastering
LoudMax plugin interface
Thomas Mundt

LoudMax

LoudMax is a look-ahead brickwall loudness maximizer that maintains a clean and transparent sound, preserving the original character of your music even at high compression levels.

VST2Mastering
Logic Channel plugin interface
smacklabs

Logic Channel

Logic Channel by smacklabs is a free high-quality channel strip VST plugin for Windows that features Compressor, Gate, Filters, and EQ inspired by a renowned British console series.

VST2Mastering
LOADED plugin interface
Analog Obsession

LOADED

LOADED by Analog Obsession is a free Solid State 500 series channel strip plugin featuring five separate units with individual bypass controls and a main bypass. Includes a custom preamp and an intuitive GUI.

VST2Mastering
LA school esquire limiter plugin interface
DSPplug

LA school esquire limiter

LA school esquire limiter by DSPplug is a CPU-efficient envelope and pumping limiter plugin for Windows. It offers two distinct algorithms for sound processing: a standard envelope mode and a unique pumping mode for creative effects.

VST2Mastering
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