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.
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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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JMT Musical Tools
P/Nes
P/Nes by JMT Musical Tools is a free 8-bit synthesizer inspired by the NES 2A03 sound chip, delivering retro gaming and arcade-style sounds with expanded sonic capabilities.
VST2Synths
Shuttleplug
Obzylon
Obzylon by Shuttleplug is an unusual organ and toy piano synthesizer plugin for Windows.
VST2Synths
Gregjazz
Nostaljia
Nostaljia by Gregjazz is a free retro synth plugin that emulates the classic 90's onboard soundcard synthesizers, delivering authentic Adlib-style tones.
VST2Synths
Krakli
M8Rx
M8Rx by Krakli is a chip-tune matrix synthesizer featuring 16 independent oscillators with 11 tunable waveforms each for creating chip-tune sounds and morphing textures.
VST2Synths
D10Labo
LowBitMonoSyn
LowBitMonoSyn by D10Labo is a monophonic synthesizer featuring low bit oscillators with a variety of 8bit and 4bit waveforms. It offers pitch control, envelope and LFO modulation, portamento, and a resizable GUI.
VST2Synths
Krakli
K400
K400 by Krakli is a free phase distortion synthesizer inspired by the Casio CZ series, delivering unique digital sound textures in a compact VST2 plugin for Windows.
VST2Synths
Bruce Sutherland
JuceOPLVSTi
JuceOPLVSTi is a free FM synthesizer plugin that emulates the Yamaha OPL sound chip, available for Windows and macOS.
VST2Synths
Cosmic Boy
IceCream
IceCream by Cosmic Boy is a free 8-bit chiptune style mono/poly synthesizer with dual oscillators, a step sequencer, and bitcrusher effects.
VST2Synths
Full Bucket Music
Grain Strain
Grain Strain by Full Bucket Music is a high-performance envelope grain looping synthesizer effect featuring flexible grain and loop iteration envelopes with sync-to-host options.
VST2Synths
Superjoebob
GENNY
GENNY is a free VST2 plugin that emulates Sega Genesis YM2612 and SN76489 chips, letting you create authentic Sega Genesis style FM music within your DAW.
VST2Synths
easytoolz
easy-casiopeia
Easy-casiopeia is a vintage simulation of the Casiotone VL-1 featuring two VST2 plugins: a synthesizer and a drum plugin, each with its own sequencer and additional features beyond the original hardware.
VST2Synths
Davi Santos
DvnSfxMaker
DvnSfxMaker is a synthesizer designed for creating video game sound effects with multiple oscillators, noise sources, and versatile filters.
VST2Synths
Odosynths
Dream 64
Dream 64 is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin for Windows inspired by the Commodore C64 SID chip, featuring five 8-step sequencers with individual BPM control.
VST2Synths
Polyvalens
Casio VL1
Casio VL1 by Polyvalens is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin for Windows that faithfully emulates the original Casio VL1 hardware synthesizer.
VST2Synths
Necromare
Broken Toy
Broken Toy is a unique synthesizer plugin crafted by bending the circuits of a plush toy's voice box, delivering distinctive sound textures for Windows 32-bit systems.
VST2Synths
Opulent Audio
bLO-FIsh
bLO-FIsh by Opulent Audio is a versatile 3-oscillator lo-fi synthesizer combining classic 8-bit chip sounds with traditional synth elements for rich sonic possibilities.
VST2Synths
Krakli
Xakt
Xakt by Krakli is a spectral synthesizer for Windows that excels in creating dark, evolving textures with its unique interface and dynamic sound movement.
VST2Synths
Krakli
Vurtbox
Vurtbox is a unique synthesizer plugin with a bizarre GUI and surprising sounds. It features presets by Vurt and Tim Conrardy, but users should be cautious of its high CPU usage and potentially loud output.
VST2Synths
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