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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Samsara Cycle Audio
Kettle Drum
Kettle Drum by Samsara Cycle Audio is a free timpani orchestral percussion plugin for Windows.
VST2Orchestral
Alan ViSTa
Hand Crash
Hand Crash by Alan ViSTa offers 5 orchestral crash cymbals sampled from the University of Iowa Electronic Music Studios public domain library with 10 high-quality stereo 24-bit samples.
VST2Samplers
Alan ViSTa
eXylo
eXylo is a free sampled xylophone plugin featuring 88 stereo samples from the University of Iowa public domain library, with two velocity layers and release time control for expressive play.
VST2Piano & keys
Versilian Studios
Etherealwinds Harp
Etherealwinds Harp is a free VST2 plugin featuring a diatonic folk harp sampled by Etherealwinds. It captures the unique sound of a smaller folk harp with a distinctive tuning system.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Alan ViSTa
Crotalinae
Crotalinae is a free VST plugin featuring sampled crotales with 25 stereo 24-bit samples sourced from the University of Iowa Electronic Music Studios public domain library. It offers natural release time and sustain, with samples spread gently across the keyboard.
VST2Orchestral
Necromare
Celesta
Celesta by Necromare is a soft and heavenly celesta instrument spanning four octaves with additional body knock sounds.
VST2Piano & keys
Alan ViSTa
BellsEbuth
BellsEbuth is a free sampled orchestral bells plugin featuring 40 stereo samples of a modern glockenspiel from the University of Iowa's public domain library. It offers 24-bit stereo samples with release time and sustain level controls.
VST2Orchestral
Arman Bohn
Glass Armanica
Glass Armanica is a free Windows VST2 plugin that recreates Benjamin Franklin's rubbed glass instrument using samples. Developed by Arman Bohn, it captures the unique sound of the Glass Harmonica.
VST2Synths
Versilian Studios
Fretless Zither
Fretless Zither by Versilian Studios is a virtual instrument emulating an antique plucked strings sound box with chord strings and a central soundhole.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Versilian Studios
Etherealwinds Harp II CE
Etherealwinds Harp II CE is a stereo sampled 34-string Iona Celtic harp featuring chromatic sampling, 2 velocity layers, and round robins, plus bonus harp effects and vocal phrases.
VST2Folk & ethnic
HTT
Darbukator Lite
Darbukator Lite is a free VST instrument offering four traditional percussion instruments from diverse styles in the Darbukator engine.
VST2Folk & ethnic
Safwan Matni
Baglama+
Baglama+ is a dynamic Baglama VST instrument featuring quarter tones, designed for Windows 32-bit systems.
VST2Folk & ethnic
DSK
Asian DreamZ
Asian DreamZ by DSK offers eight traditional Asian instruments including Pipa, Guzhen, Erhu, and Koto with velocity response and MIDI automation in VST3 format for Windows and macOS.
VST3Folk & ethnic
Sean Luciw
Ancient Solfeggio Synthesizer
Ancient Solfeggio Synthesizer by Sean Luciw produces tones based on the Ancient Solfeggio scale frequencies, including 396 Hz, 417 Hz, 528 Hz, 639 Hz, 741 Hz, and 852 Hz.
VST2Synths
Safwan Matni
Accordion
Accordion by Safwan Matni is a free VST2 instrument plugin for Windows x86 systems, offering authentic accordion sounds.
VST2Folk & ethnic
DSK
Brass
DSK Brass is a free Windows VST plugin featuring 2 layers, 23 waveforms, octave selection, micro-detuner, and built-in delay and flanger effects with automation support.
VST2Brass & wind
bigcat Instruments
Aspen Trumpet 2
Aspen Trumpet 2 by bigcat Instruments is a free VST2 trumpet instrument featuring sustain and staccato articulations, available for Windows and OSX.
VST2Brass & wind
bigcat Instruments
Aspen Trumpet 1
Aspen Trumpet 1 by bigcat Instruments is a free VST2 plugin offering a trumpet instrument sound compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows systems.
VST2Brass & wind
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