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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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Metatron plugin interface
Psychic Modulation

Metatron

Metatron by Psychic Modulation is a 2-oscillator analogue synthesizer featuring a unique arpeggiator and gated modulation sequencer for creating rhythmic patterns and sounds.

VST2Synths
M-Phasewave plugin interface
TubeOhm

M-Phasewave

M-Phasewave by TubeOhm is a monophonic phase distortion synthesizer plugin featuring true stereo output, dual LFOs, two arpeggiators, and built-in chorus, delay, and reverb effects. It includes MIDI learn and offers normal and expert modes for multi-stage envelopes.

VST2Synths
KxStep plugin interface
KX77FREE

KxStep

KxStep is a vintage modular monophonic synthesizer featuring a 16-step CV Gate sequencer, dual LFOs with delay and host sync, sample and hold, ring modulator, noise generator, dual VCOs with sync, SF2 player, mixer with vintage EQ, multimode filters, and flexible envelope generators.

VST2Synths
K700 plugin interface
Krakli

K700

K700 by Krakli is a dual synth VST2 plugin for Windows, capable of creating complex, rich texture sounds with two independent, multi-timbral lines.

VST2Synths
IV Line plugin interface
SynthIV

IV Line

IV Line by SynthIV is a 4-step synthesizer and sequencer for Windows offering pitch control per oscillator, versatile filters, and tempo-synced delay to craft trance-like melodies and rhythms.

VST2Synths
hydi plugin interface
TD

hydi

hydi is a quirky subtractive synthesizer with a unique 2-voice, monosynth-style design inspired by Don Buchla's philosophy.

VST2Synths
GENESYN 2 plugin interface
Orchestools

GENESYN 2

GENESYN 2 by Orchestools is a 32-step arpeggiator additive synthesizer featuring 4 generators and over 100 presets for crafting leads, pads, synths, and textured sounds with extensive slider controls and MIDI support.

VST2Synths
Gemini 1 plugin interface
Meesha

Gemini 1

Gemini 1 by Meesha is a free monophonic synthesizer for Windows featuring two oscillators with multiple waveforms, oscillator sync, PWM, dual ADSR envelopes, and a step sequencer.

VST2Synths
Feldspar plugin interface
Contralogic Productions

Feldspar

Feldspar by Contralogic Productions is a tempo-based modulation synthesizer featuring 16 LFO waveform shapes, 18 ring modulator algorithms, tempo-synced delay with feedback path filters, and simulated oscillator pitch instability for vintage analog sounds.

VST2Synths
EZ-poly plugin interface
Krakli

EZ-poly

EZ-poly by Krakli is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin for Windows featuring an 8-step analog sequencer with tempo sync and 30 presets by Tim Conrardy. Ideal for crafting unique tones and melodic runs.

VST2Synths
Eclipsis plugin interface
zOne.sk

Eclipsis

Eclipsis is a hybrid wavetable synthesizer featuring three oscillators with individual frequency and subtractive modulation. It includes a modulation matrix with 6 LFOs, 9 sources, and 39 targets, plus an Arp/Gate dynamics module.

VST2Synths
easy-Z-box plugin interface
easytoolz

easy-Z-box

easy-Z-box by easytoolz is a free step sequencer synthesizer plugin for Windows featuring three oscillators, a lowpass-bandpass filter, ADSR envelope, and an XY pad for intuitive control.

VST2Synths
easy-tb 3X plugin interface
easytoolz

easy-tb 3X

easy-tb 3X is a free monophonic synthesizer plugin featuring 2x8 waveforms, tuning options, overdrive, ring modulation, delay, and an 8-step sequencer with cutoff control for Windows.

VST2Synths
easy-rave o4 plugin interface
easytoolz

easy-rave o4

easy-rave o4 by easytoolz is a free 6-oscillator analog synthesizer plugin featuring a 16-step gate, double delay, lofi flanger, and two ADSR envelopes. It includes 128 designer presets and is available as a 32-bit VST2 for Windows.

VST2Synths
DVS-8K plugin interface
Dream Vortex Studio

DVS-8K

DVS-8K by Dream Vortex Studio is a free Windows-only VST2 synthesizer featuring an arpeggiator and a super saw-inspired sound. It blends mixed and panned oscillators for rich textures, drawing inspiration from Roland's iconic keyboard but without emulating the original hardware.

VST2Synths
Dream Sequencer plugin interface
Dream Vortex Studio

Dream Sequencer

Dream Sequencer is a free VST synthesizer plugin designed for creating simple deep bass sequences inspired by 1970s sounds from artists like Tangerine Dream. It synchronizes with the host BPM and bar start, and uses MIDI note input for root key and note duration control.

VST2Synths
Dionysos plugin interface
B Serrano

Dionysos

Dionysos is a 16-voice polyphonic synthesizer combining subtractive, FM, and additive synthesis with extensive modulation options, a host-syncable 32-step sequencer, and an XY pad.

VST2Synths
Daedalus plugin interface
nB Audio

Daedalus

Daedalus is a free VA synthesizer by nB Audio featuring 2 oscillators, 2 LFOs, and an arpeggiator, offering versatile modulation options and 128 presets available upon donation.

VST2Synths
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