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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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easy-mr. stringer plugin interface
easytoolz

easy-mr. stringer

easy-mr. stringer by easytoolz is a free string synthesizer plugin for Windows offering 2 oscillators with 17 string waveforms each, dual filters, modulation options, and stereo effects.

VST2Synths
DVS Microtron plugin interface
Dream Vortex Studio

DVS Microtron

DVS Microtron is a free Mellotron and Novatron recreation plugin for Windows featuring male/female choir, string section, and flute voice tracks recorded on a Studer A80.

VST2Samplers
Combo Model F plugin interface
Martinic

Combo Model F

Combo Model F by Martinic is a free virtual combo organ plugin modeled after the 1960s Farfisa Mini Deluxe Compact, featuring a 4-octave keyboard and multiple tone tabs.

VST2Organs
Bravette plugin interface
Samsara Cycle Audio

Bravette

Bravette by Samsara Cycle Audio is a vintage home organ VST2 plugin for Windows featuring old-school rhythm styles, selectable voices, tempo, and tune controls for authentic Reggae and Ska sounds.

VST2Organs
B8 Organ plugin interface
autodafe.net

B8 Organ

B8 Organ is a free Windows VST2 plugin that emulates vintage 60s-70s organs with nine oscillators, drawbars, vibrato, chorus, and reverb effects.

VST2Organs
B3x plugin interface
DSK

B3x

B3x is a free VST2 organ plugin for Windows featuring two layers, 12 waveforms, octave selection, micro-detuner, delay and flanger effects, and assignable automation capability.

VST2Organs
8-Bar plugin interface
Samsara Cycle Audio

8-Bar

8-Bar by Samsara Cycle Audio is a vintage drawbar organ plugin offering 8 volume controls, a vibrato section, filter, envelope, and output settings with MIDI learn capability.

VST2Organs
EP 2008 plugin interface
GTG

EP 2008

EP 2008 by GTG is a free electric piano VST2 plugin for Windows 32-bit systems.

VST2Piano & keys
Elektrik Keys plugin interface
DSK

Elektrik Keys

Elektrik Keys by DSK is a free Windows VST plugin featuring 2 layers, 13 waveforms, octave selection, micro-detuning, and built-in delay and flanger effects with assignable automation.

VST2Synths
Clavia Lab plugin interface
Simple Media

Clavia Lab

Clavia Lab is a hybrid analog and physical model electric piano plugin offering unique harmonic content beyond standard Rhodes or Wurlitzer sounds.

VST2Piano & keys
80-vox plugin interface
KBplugs

80-vox

80-vox by KBplugs is a free Yamaha CS-80 inspired VST2 synth plugin for Windows x86, capturing the essence of the classic with a circuit-inspired design and no presets.

VST2Synths
4Front Rhode plugin interface
4Front

4Front Rhode

4Front Rhode is a vintage Rhodes/Wurlitzer style piano module featuring gentle overdrive to recreate classic electric piano sounds.

VST2Piano & keys
44 S plugin interface
GTG

44 S

44 S by GTG is a free six-voice analog-style synthesizer plugin with a fat, vintage sound for Windows.

VST2Synths
4Front E-Piano plugin interface
4Front

4Front E-Piano

4Front E-Piano is a compact hybrid electric piano module combining sample playback and synthesis to deliver a rich, warm, and silky sound.

VST2Piano & keys
Bend Box plugin interface
ToneBytes

Bend Box

Bend Box by ToneBytes is a free Windows software synthesizer that emulates a circuit-bending device, ideal for experimental noise effects. It supports manual tweaking and MIDI control.

VST2Synths
Bucket ONE plugin interface
Full Bucket Music

Bucket ONE

Bucket ONE is a free VST2 synthesizer plugin by Full Bucket Music that accurately simulates the classic Crumar BIT 01/99 synthesizers from 1985. It features up to 64 voices polyphony, including Split and Double modes, and a visual sound editor for detailed sound design.

VST2Synths
b6 plugin interface
KBplugs

b6

b6 by KBplugs is a free Windows VST2 plugin inspired by the Andromeda A6 synth circuits, offering a unique emulation experience.

VST2Synths
Angel Synth plugin interface
Gregjazz

Angel Synth

Angel Synth by Gregjazz is a free Windows VST2 synthesizer that creates sound using dynamic oscillators for unique sonic textures.

VST2Synths
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