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.
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Quilcom
SIM-KZ
SIM-KZ by Quilcom is a free kazoo simulating effect plugin that processes microphone input to transform your humming voice into kazoo sounds.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-HANDPAN
SIM-HANDPAN by Quilcom simulates a modern handpan instrument with authentic tuning, offering an affordable alternative to expensive physical handpans.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-GYIL
SIM-GYIL by Quilcom is a free VST2 plugin that simulates the African Gyil, a traditional xylophone with resonating gourds and distinctive buzzing membranes, perfect for folk and ethnic music production on Windows.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-DUNGCHEN
SIM-DUNGCHEN by Quilcom is a free synthesizer plugin that simulates the traditional Tibetan dungchen horn without using samples. Available in 32 and 64-bit VST2 formats for Windows.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-DIZI
SIM-DIZI by Quilcom is a free VST2 instrument plugin that synthesizes the sound of the Chinese dizi flute with detailed control over timbre and behavior, using no samples.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-DIDGE
SIM-DIDGE by Quilcom is a free VST2 plugin for Windows that simulates the sounds of the Australian aboriginal Yidaki (didgeridoo) using synthesis and optional vocal input.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-BP
SIM-BP by Quilcom is a synthesizer plugin designed to emulate the sound of various bagpipes using synthesis rather than samples, allowing deep control over timbre and behavior.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Quilcom
SIM-ALPHORN
SIM-ALPHORN by Quilcom is a VST2 synthesizer plugin that emulates the Swiss Alphorn without using samples. Included is the independent SIM-ALPS FX plugin.
VST2Folk & ethnic
HTT
SIKA Oriental Scale
SIKA Oriental Scale by HTT offers 8 sampled ethnic instruments with easy scale changing and recording, plus a simple effect processor.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Ocean Swift Synthesis
Shruti Box
Shruti Box by Ocean Swift Synthesis is a lightweight additive synthesis drone instrument inspired by the traditional Indian shruti box, featuring tremolo and chorus effects.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Samsara Cycle Audio
Shruti
Shruti is a virtual shruti box VST2 plugin for Windows offering classic reed note selection with tone and envelope controls.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Samsara Cycle Audio
SamsaraSitar
SamsaraSitar by Samsara Cycle Audio is a virtual sitar plugin offering multiple instrument options from sitar to tambura. It features velocity-sensitive EQ with envelope controls and an autobend function for realistic string dynamics.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Samsara Cycle Audio
Sama Harmonium
Sama Harmonium is a CPU-friendly virtual harmonium plugin offering four drawbars for reed control, envelope shaping, tone and reed adjustments, delay with host sync, and MIDI learn support.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Safwan Matni
Oud
Oud by Safwan Matni is a free VST2 plugin offering authentic Oud sound with quarter tone control for Windows x86 systems.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Safwan Matni
Organic
Organic is a heartfelt organ plugin featuring quarter tones, perfect for folk and ethnic music production.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Samsara Cycle Audio
Ocarina
Ocarina by Samsara Cycle Audio is a free dual voice ocarina wind instrument plugin for Windows.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Safwan Matni
Nay
Nay is a free Windows VST2 plugin by Safwan Matni that delivers the authentic sound of the Nay with quarter tone control, perfect for folk and ethnic music.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Samsara Cycle Audio
Murali II
Murali II by Samsara Cycle Audio is a free ethnic wind instrument plugin offering 10 selectable instruments, with features like autobend, wheel breath control, aftertouch breath control, filter velocity, and tone section for expressive play.
VST2Folk & ethnic
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