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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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VS Upright 1 plugin interface
Versilian Studios

VS Upright 1

VS Upright 1 is a cleanly sampled upright piano with three velocity layers and two round robins, delivering bright and clear tones suitable for various musical settings.

VST2Piano & keys
VGP plugin interface
Samsara Cycle Audio

VGP

VGP by Samsara Cycle Audio is a Grand Piano emulation focused on delivering a realistic and rich piano sound. It provides natural expression and detailed reproduction to enhance your music production.

VST2Piano & keys
The Grand plugin interface
DSK

The Grand

The Grand by DSK is a free sampled Grand Piano plugin featuring 4 velocity layers and ADSR envelope control with reverb effect.

VST2Piano & keys
T30-GP plugin interface
12bitz

T30-GP

T30-GP is a sampled Grand Piano based on a Steinway Grand Piano from a portable digital keyboard. It offers a clear sound that cuts through the mix, ideal for adding piano tones to your productions.

VST2Piano & keys
Strum plugin interface
zOne.sk

Strum

Strum by zOne.sk is a free Karplus-Strong string synthesizer featuring two independent string generators with customizable feedback, string length, envelopes, and vibrato for diverse sound creation.

VST2Piano & keys
StringZ2 plugin interface
Krakli

StringZ2

StringZ2 by Krakli is an enhanced VST2 plugin for Windows that excels at creating rich pad ensemble and phase modulation sounds. It features advanced keyscale controls for precise tuning and sound design.

VST2Piano & keys
Strings plugin interface
DSK

Strings

Strings by DSK is a free VST2 plugin for Windows featuring 2 layers, 22 waveforms, octave selection, micro-detuning, and built-in delay and flanger effects with assignable automation.

VST2Piano & keys
Sonatina Violin plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Sonatina Violin

Sonatina Violin is a free sampled violin plugin derived from the Sonatina Symphonic Orchestra library, providing multiple violin articulations for realistic string performances.

VST2Piano & keys
Sonatina Viola plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Sonatina Viola

Sonatina Viola by bigcat Instruments is a free sampled viola plugin featuring three articulations: Sustain, Staccato, and Pizzicato, sourced from the Sonatina Symphonic Orchestra library.

VST2Piano & keys
Sonatina Piano plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Sonatina Piano

Sonatina Piano is a free sampled grand piano plugin featuring sounds from the Sonatina Symphonic Orchestra sample library. Compatible with Windows 7 and later in both 32-bit and 64-bit VST2 formats.

VST2Piano & keys
Sonatina Double Bass plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Sonatina Double Bass

Sonatina Double Bass is a free sampled double bass plugin offering three playing techniques: sustain, staccato, and pizzicato, derived from the Sonatina Symphonic Orchestra sample library.

VST2Piano & keys
Sonatina Cello plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Sonatina Cello

Sonatina Cello is a free sampled cello instrument with four articulations based on the Sonatina Symphonic Orchestra library.

Piano & keys
Skerratt London Piano plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Skerratt London Piano

Skerratt London Piano by bigcat Instruments is a free sampled upright piano plugin available in VST2 format for Windows and macOS.

VST2Piano & keys
SIM-PF plugin interface
Quilcom

SIM-PF

SIM-PF by Quilcom is a lightweight synthesiser designed to simulate pianoforte sounds without using samples, offering quick loading and customizable parameters.

VST2Piano & keys
Salamander Piano plugin interface
bigcat Instruments

Salamander Piano

Salamander Piano is a free, sampled Yamaha C5 Grand Piano featuring 16 velocity layers for smooth, realistic playability. Ideal for rock and pop mixes.

VST2Piano & keys
Prova plugin interface
Safwan Matni

Prova

Prova by Safwan Matni is a premium Grand Piano Module available as a free VST2 plugin for 32-bit Windows systems.

VST2Piano & keys
PIANO S plugin interface
Orchestools

PIANO S

PIANO S is a sampled Yamaha C5 grand piano rompler with a three-layer engine, advanced editing tools, and built-in compressor, EQ, and convolution reverb for sound customization.

VST2Piano & keys
OT STRINGS plugin interface
Orchestools

OT STRINGS

OT STRINGS is a free 4-layer string section rompler featuring violins, violas, cellos, and basses. It offers extensive controls, modulation, and filters using 78 sample maps from the Versilian Studios VSCO 2 CE library.

VST2Piano & keys
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