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Type	Compatibility	Description
Analog	Win, Mac, Linux	OBD-Xd is part of a series of free VST plugins that recreates the classic Oberheim OB-X. It has an incredibly rich sound and has random micro detuning, which gives it a truly unique sound.” data-order=”OBD-Xd is part of a series of free VST plugins that recreates the classic Oberheim OB-X. It has an incredibly rich sound and has random micro detuning, which gives it a truly unique sound.”>OBD-Xd is part of a series of free VST plugins that recreates the classic Oberheim OB-X. It has an incredibly rich sound and has random micro detuning, which gives it a truly unique sound.
Analog	Win, Mac, Linux	Syntronik is a cutting edge synth that includes 17 amazing analog instruments. You can download the free version to try it out.” data-order=”Syntronik is a cutting edge synth that includes 17 amazing analog instruments. You can download the free version to try it out.”>Syntronik is a cutting edge synth that includes 17 amazing analog instruments. You can download the free version to try it out.
Analog	Win	Charlatan 2.0 is an easy to use analog synthesizer, with an incredible sound engine, that will make your patches sound juicier than a huge slab of filet steak. It’s got a beautiful interface (not usually the case with free VST plugins) and is CPU efficient.” data-order=”Charlatan 2.0 is an easy to use analog synthesizer, with an incredible sound engine, that will make your patches sound juicier than a huge slab of filet steak. It’s got a beautiful interface (not usually the case with free VST plugins) and is CPU efficient.”>Charlatan 2.0 is an easy to use analog synthesizer, with an incredible sound engine, that will make your patches sound juicier than a huge slab of filet steak. It’s got a beautiful interface (not usually the case with free VST plugins) and is CPU efficient.
Analog	Win, Mac	The VK-1 Viking Synthesiser is one of the best free VST plugins on this list. It’s an emulation of the legendary monophonic, analog synth: Moog Voyager & has a state of the art DSP processing, that will bring crystal clear audio and all of the classic flavours of the Moog.” data-order=”The VK-1 Viking Synthesiser is one of the best free VST plugins on this list. It’s an emulation of the legendary monophonic, analog synth: Moog Voyager & has a state of the art DSP processing, that will bring crystal clear audio and all of the classic flavours of the Moog.”>The VK-1 Viking Synthesiser is one of the best free VST plugins on this list. It’s an emulation of the legendary monophonic, analog synth: Moog Voyager & has a state of the art DSP processing, that will bring crystal clear audio and all of the classic flavours of the Moog.
Analog	Win	The Minimogue VA is exactly what you’re probably thinking it is… a model of the widely popular Minimoog. And – not only does it look beautiful, but it sounds beautiful. Shipped with 3 oscillators, a digital delay, a chorus unit & much more, the Minimogue VA is perfect for creating warm, vintage sounds.” data-order=”The Minimogue VA is exactly what you’re probably thinking it is… a model of the widely popular Minimoog. And – not only does it look beautiful, but it sounds beautiful. Shipped with 3 oscillators, a digital delay, a chorus unit & much more, the Minimogue VA is perfect for creating warm, vintage sounds.”>The Minimogue VA is exactly what you’re probably thinking it is… a model of the widely popular Minimoog. And – not only does it look beautiful, but it sounds beautiful. Shipped with 3 oscillators, a digital delay, a chorus unit & much more, the Minimogue VA is perfect for creating warm, vintage sounds.
Analog	Win, Mac, Linux	June-21 is an emulation of the absolutely legendary Roland Juno! A bonus is that it can read and play Juno presets.” data-order=”The June-21 is an emulation of the absolutely legendary Roland Juno! A bonus is that it can read and play Juno presets.”>The June-21 is an emulation of the absolutely legendary Roland Juno! A bonus is that it can read and play Juno presets.
Analog	Win	Phutura is one of our favourite virtual instruments on the list. It’s inspired & modelled off the legendary Alpha Juno (an 80’s hardware synth) and has an extremely futuristic feel. It’s one of the best free vst plugins for rave music, and makes one hell of a chord stab.” data-order=”Phutura is one of our favourite virtual instruments on the list. It’s inspired & modelled off the legendary Alpha Juno (an 80’s hardware synth) and has an extremely futuristic feel. It’s one of the best free vst plugins for rave music, and makes one hell of a chord stab.”>Phutura is one of our favorite virtual instruments on the list. It’s inspired & modeled off the legendary Alpha Juno (an 80’s hardware synth) and has an extremely futuristic feel. It’s one of the best free vst plugins for rave music and makes one hell of a chord stab.
Analog	Win, Mac	Model E is part of the Steinberg VST Classics release. It’s a simple 3 oscillator virtual instrument, that’s great for getting those phat bass sounds.” data-order=”Steinberg’s Model E is part of the Steinberg VST Classics release. It’s a simple 3 oscillator virtual instrument, that’s great for getting those phat bass sounds.”>Steinberg’s Model E is part of the Steinberg VST Classics release. It’s a simple 3 oscillator virtual instrument, that’s great for getting those phat bass sounds.
Analog	Win, Mac	PG-8X is an awesome vintage, free VST instrument. It’s modelled off the classic JX-8P by Roland & is one of those virtual instruments that get’s the sound pretty close to the original.” data-order=”PG-8X is an awesome vintage, free VST instrument. It’s modelled off the classic JX-8P by Roland & is one of those virtual instruments that get’s the sound pretty close to the original.”>PG-8X is an awesome vintage, free VST instrument. It’s modelled off the classic JX-8P by Roland & is one of those virtual instruments that get’s the sound pretty close to the original.
Analog	Win, Mac	TAL-NoiseMaker is a subtractive, virtual analog synth. It has a beautiful interface and tonnes of parameters to play around with. Alongside all that, it also comes with built in intruments effects.” data-order=”TAL-NoiseMaker is a subtractive, virtual analog synth. It has a beautiful interface and tonnes of parameters to play around with. Alongside all that, it also comes with built in intruments effects.”>TAL-NoiseMaker is a subtractive, virtual analog synth. It has a beautiful interface and tonnes of parameters to play around with. Alongside all that, it also comes with built in intruments effects.
Analog	Win	K1Ks, focuses on creating a more analog sound. It’s perfect for those sci-fi esque sounds and has an incredibly clean interface.” data-order=”Inspired by the sounds of the Stranger Things, the K1Ks, focuses on creating a more analog sound. It’s perfect for those sci-fi esque sounds and has an incredibly clean interface.”>Inspired by the sounds of the Stranger Things, the K1Ks, focuses on creating a more analog sound. It’s perfect for those sci-fi esque sounds and has an incredibly clean interface.
Analog	Win	SuperWave P8 is a free virtual intrument that models analog synthesis. You can use it in your music production to that create lush pads, leads and strings.” data-order=”SuperWave P8 is a free virtual intrument that models analog synthesis. You can use it in your music production to that create lush pads, leads and strings.”>SuperWave P8 is a free virtual intrument that models analog synthesis. You can use it in your music production to that create lush pads, leads and strings.
Analog	Win, Mac	Podolski is another one of those free VST instruments that doesn’t kill your CPU (get in). It’s a virtual analog synthesiser that can create some extremely interesting sounds!” data-order=”Podolski is another one of those free VST instruments that doesn’t kill your CPU (get in). It’s a virtual analog synthesiser that can create some extremely interesting sounds!”>Podolski is another one of those free VST instruments that doesn’t kill your CPU (get in). It’s a virtual analog synthesiser that can create some extremely interesting sounds!
Analog	Win, Mac	The Stigma is a free plugin that models an old age classic, the Korg Sigma KP-30. It’s got some beautifully retro sounding patches you could use in your music production sessions.” data-order=”The Stigma is a free plugin that models an old age classic, the Korg Sigma KP-30. It’s got some beautifully retro sounding patches you could use in your music production sessions.”>The Stigma is a free plugin that models an old age classic, the Korg Sigma KP-30. It’s got some beautifully retro sounding patches you could use in your music production sessions.
Analog	Win, Mac	TAL-BassLine is another one of those free plugins that emulates classic hardware. It’s a free version of the TAL-Bassline-101 & models the SH-101 (a Roland classic). It’s really good for acid basslines & is one of the best free VST plugins when it comes to true, analog sound.” data-order=”TAL-BassLine is another one of those free plugins that emulates classic hardware. It’s a free version of the TAL-Bassline-101 & models the SH-101 (a Roland classic). It’s really good for acid basslines & is one of the best free VST plugins when it comes to true, analog sound.”>TAL-BassLine is another one of those free plugins that emulates classic hardware. It’s a free version of the TAL-Bassline-101 & models the SH-101 (a Roland classic). It’s really good for acid basslines & is one of the best free VST plugins when it comes to true, analog sound.
Analog	Win, Mac	Synth1 is a software synthesiser that packs a punch. It comes with 2 oscillators and a whole load of built in instruments effects for you to twiddle your thumbs in a good way.” data-order=”Synth1 is a software synthesiser that packs a punch. It comes with 2 oscillators and a whole load of built in instruments effects for you to twiddle your thumbs in a good way.”>Synth1 is a software synthesiser that packs a punch. It comes with 2 oscillators and a whole load of built in instruments effects for you to twiddle your thumbs in a good way.
Analog	Win, Mac, Linux	Lith is a software synthesiser with built in waveforms that have been sampled from a real analog oscillator. This free synth VST is perfect if you’re looking for an extremely phat sound. The GUI isn’t great though.” data-order=”Lith is a software synthesiser with built in waveforms that have been sampled from a real analog oscillator. This free synth VST is perfect if you’re looking for an extremely phat sound. The GUI isn’t great though.”>Lith is a software synthesiser with built in waveforms that have been sampled from a real analog oscillator. This free synth VST is perfect if you’re looking for an extremely phat sound. The GUI isn’t great though.
Analog	Win	Arpee2600va is a semi-modular analog monosynth, that attempts to emulate the legendary Arp2600 and does it well! It has a multitude of FM options available and tonnes of built in instrument effects for you to play around with.” data-order=”Arpee2600va is a semi-modular analog monosynth, that attempts to emulate the legendary Arp2600 and does it well! It has a multitude of FM options available and tonnes of built in instrument effects for you to play around with.”>Arpee2600va is a semi-modular analog monosynth, that attempts to emulate the legendary Arp2600 and does it well! It has a multitude of FM options available and tonnes of built in instrument effects for you to play around with.
Analog	Win, Mac, Linux	SQL8 is a software model VST of the age old classic SQ80 synthesiser. This analog synth is one of the best free VST plugins to add an 80’s feel to your music.” data-order=”SQL8 is a software model VST of the age old classic SQ80 synthesiser. This analog synth is one of the best free VST plugins to add an 80’s feel to your music.”>SQL8 is a software model VST of the age old classic SQ80 synthesiser. This analog synth is one of the best free VST plugins to add an 80’s feel to your music.
Analog	Win	Prodigious Synth is both a monophonic and polyphonic free synth VST that absolutely crushes bass sounds! With it’s FM capabilities and intriguing arp this isn’t one to miss out on.” data-order=”The Prodigious Synth is both a monophonic and polyphonic free synth VST that absolutely crushes bass sounds! With it’s FM capabilities and intriguing arp this isn’t one to miss out on.”>The Prodigious Synth is both a monophonic and polyphonic free synth VST that absolutely crushes bass sounds! With it’s FM capabilities and intriguing arp this isn’t one to miss out on.
Analog	Win	Monolisa by Omnitaur is a monophonic bass synth VST. It’s brilliant for those gritty synth bass sounds we all crave. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”Monolisa by Omnitaur is a monophonic bass synth VST. It’s brilliant for those gritty synth bass sounds we all crave. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>Monolisa by Omnitaur is a monophonic bass synth VST. It’s brilliant for those gritty synth bass sounds we all crave. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Granular	Win, Mac	Ribs is one of our favourite free vst plugins. It’s a Granular FX VST instrument that can make some truly interesting sounds. You can use it as a granular synth, create vocoder like sounds & even scratch audio like vinyl.” data-order=”Ribs is one of our favourite free vst plugins. It’s a Granular FX VST instrument that can make some truly interesting sounds. You can use it as a granular synth, create vocoder like sounds & even scratch audio like vinyl.”>Ribs is one of our favourite free vst plugins. It’s a Granular FX VST instrument that can make some truly interesting sounds. You can use it as a granular synth, create vocoder like sounds & even scratch audio like vinyl.
FM	Win, Mac	Dexed is one of the best free VST plugins for FM synthesis. It’s an emulation of the renowned Yamaha DX7, that can be used in conjunction with the original hardware, or on it’s own. Dexed sounds phenomenal & is definitely the best free FM synth on this list. A wicked feature worth mentioning is that, you can load old patches from the actual DX7 & play around with them.” data-order=”Dexed is one of the best free VST plugins for FM synthesis. It’s an emulation of the renowned Yamaha DX7, that can be used in conjunction with the original hardware, or on it’s own. Dexed sounds phenomenal & is definitely the best free FM synth on this list. A wicked feature worth mentioning is that, you can load old patches from the actual DX7 & play around with them.”>Dexed is one of the best free VST plugins for FM synthesis. It’s an emulation of the renowned Yamaha DX7, that can be used in conjunction with the original hardware, or on it’s own. Dexed sounds phenomenal & is definitely the best free FM synth on this list. A wicked feature worth mentioning is that, you can load old patches from the actual DX7 & play around with them.
FM	Win, Mac	SNYCLA-X is an FM synthesiser that comes coupled with some real character. The sounds you can create in this have incredible depth & the interface is easy to use. Check it out.” data-order=”SNYCLA-X is an FM synthesiser that comes coupled with some real character. The sounds you can create in this have incredible depth & the interface is easy to use. Check it out.”>SNYCLA-X is an FM synthesiser that comes coupled with some real character. The sounds you can create in this have incredible depth & the interface is easy to use. Check it out.
FM	Win	The Lizard is an abrasive FM synth that has the ability to create some wild sounds. It’s not as good as the other free vst plugins on this list, but definitely deserves a mention.” data-order=”The Lizard is an abrasive FM synth that has the ability to create some wild sounds. It’s not as good as the other free vst plugins on this list, but definitely deserves a mention.”>The Lizard is an abrasive FM synth that has the ability to create some wild sounds. It’s not as good as the other free vst plugins on this list, but definitely deserves a mention.
FM	Win, Mac, Linux	VOPM is a free VST plugin that’s modelled from Yamaha’s first ever FM synthesis chip – the Yamaha YM2151. It’s brilliant for retro sound, but the interface isn’t great.” data-order=”VOPM is a free VST plugin that’s modelled from Yamaha’s first ever FM synthesis chip – the Yamaha YM2151. It’s brilliant for retro sound, but the interface isn’t great.”>VOPM is a free VST plugin that’s modelled from Yamaha’s first ever FM synthesis chip – the Yamaha YM2151. It’s brilliant for retro sound, but the interface isn’t great.
FM	Win, Mac	Crystal is a semi-modular software synthesiser that is great to learn both subtractive synthesis and FM synthesis. It has over 90 parameters that can be modulated and an array of built in instrument effects.” data-order=”Crystal is a semi-modular software synthesiser that is great to learn both subtractive synthesis and FM synthesis. It has over 90 parameters that can be modulated and an array of built in instrument effects.”>Crystal is a semi-modular software synthesiser that is great to learn both subtractive synthesis and FM synthesis. It has over 90 parameters that can be modulated and an array of built in instrument effects.
FM	Win, Mac, Linux	Oxe FM Synth’s looks deceive you! It’s a free FM synthesiser that comes with 6 oscillators, noise generators, LFOs, filters & more.” data-order=”Don’t let Oxe FM Synth’s looks deceive you! It’s a free FM synthesiser that comes with 6 oscillators, noise generators, LFOs, filters & more.”>Don’t let Oxe FM Synth’s looks deceive you! It’s a free FM synthesiser that comes with 6 oscillators, noise generators, LFOs, filters & more.
Modular	Win, Mac	VCV rack is one of the best free VST plugins that has modular capability. It offers an impressive virtual Eurorack that seeps creativity. You could spend hours patching this thing in your music production sessions & it’s a budget sound designer’s dream.” data-order=”VCV rack is one of the best free VST plugins that has modular capability. It offers an impressive virtual Eurorack that seeps creativity. You could spend hours patching this thing in your music production sessions & it’s a budget sound designer’s dream.”>VCV rack is one of the best free VST plugins that has modular capability. It offers an impressive virtual Eurorack that seeps creativity. You could spend hours patching this thing in your music production sessions & it’s a budget sound designer’s dream.
Modular	Win, Mac	ModulAir is a modular polyphonic synth. It’s free to download right now, but is a work in progress. There are new updates that keep coming, but it could become paid soon.” data-order=”ModulAir is a modular polyphonic synth. It’s free to download right now, but is a work in progress. There are new updates that keep coming, but it could become paid soon.”>ModulAir is a modular polyphonic synth. It’s free to download right now, but is a work in progress. There are new updates that keep coming, but it could become paid soon.
Modular	Win, Mac	Fathom Synth is a modular VST synth, which is available for free download in mono. It’s got a beautiful GUI and sounds absolutely incredible for a free plugin. It’s definitely worth adding to your collection of VST plugins.” data-order=”Fathom Synth is a modular VST synth, which is available for free download in mono. It’s got a beautiful GUI and sounds absolutely incredible for a free plugin. It’s definitely worth adding to your collection of VST plugins.”>Fathom Synth is a modular VST synth, which is available for free download in mono. It’s got a beautiful GUI and sounds absolutely incredible for a free plugin. It’s definitely worth adding to your collection of VST plugins.
Modular	Win, Mac, Linux	Caustic 3 is an awesome music creation tool that’s kinda like a DAW. It’s a free modular VST instrument that’s shipped with 14 modules you can build upon. It includes a drum machine, sub synth & more!” data-order=”Caustic 3 is an awesome music creation tool that’s kinda like a DAW. It’s a free modular VST instrument that’s shipped with 14 modules you can build upon. It includes a drum machine, sub synth & more!”>Caustic 3 is an awesome music creation tool that’s kinda like a DAW. It’s a free modular VST instrument that’s shipped with 14 modules you can build upon. It includes a drum machine, sub synth & more!
Suite	Win, Mac	Komplete Start is an impressive bundle of free plugins by Native Instruments. It’s got some wicked sounds & is a must have for music producers starting out. Add this one to your collection of free vst plugins!” data-order=”Komplete Start is an impressive bundle of free plugins by Native Instruments. It’s got some wicked sounds & is a must have for music producers starting out. Add this one to your collection of free vst plugins!”>Komplete Start is an impressive bundle of free plugins by Native Instruments. It’s got some wicked sounds & is a must have for music producers starting out. Add this one to your collection of free vst plugins!
Suite	Win, Mac	Hofa System is a suite of basic, free plugins from the full version. It comes with a load of cool instrument effects including reverb, delay, distortion & loads more!” data-order=”Hofa System is a suite of basic, free plugins from the full version. It comes with a load of cool instrument effects including reverb, delay, distortion & loads more!”>Hofa System is a suite of basic, free plugins from the full version. It comes with a load of cool instrument effects including reverb, delay, distortion & loads more!
Subractive	Win, Mac, Linux	Helm is a fantastic wavetable synth developed by Matthew Tytel. It’s open source which means you can install it and mess around with the code if you know what you’re doing. It also sounds phenomenal & has a clean interface.” data-order=”Helm is a fantastic wavetable synth developed by Matthew Tytel. It’s open source which means you can install it and mess around with the code if you know what you’re doing. It also sounds phenomenal & has a clean interface.”>Helm is a fantastic wavetable synth developed by Matthew Tytel. It’s open source which means you can install it and mess around with the code if you know what you’re doing. It also sounds phenomenal & has a clean interface.
Subtractive	Win, Mac, Linux	Europa is now playable in your web browser! It’s a legendary shapeshifting synth from Reason & can make some incredible sounds.” data-order=”Europa is now playable in your web browser! It’s a legendary shapeshifting synth from Reason & can make some incredible sounds.”>Europa is now playable in your web browser! It’s a legendary shapeshifting synth from Reason & can make some incredible sounds.
Subractive	Win	SYNISTER is another open source wavetable synth. It can be found over on GitHub, which means you can download it and tinker with the code if you’d like.” data-order=”SYNISTER is another open source wavetable synth. It can be found over on GitHub, which means you can download it and tinker with the code if you’d like.”>SYNISTER is another open source wavetable synth. It can be found over on GitHub, which means you can download it and tinker with the code if you’d like.
Subtractive	Win, Mac	Push is an interesting take on subtractive synthesis. The idea is that you hit the random button and AI will create you a new patch every time. It’s a useful to use when you’re struggling to come up with a good sound for your tracks.” data-order=”Push is an interesting take on subtractive synthesis. The idea is that you hit the random button and AI will create you a new patch every time. It’s a useful to use when you’re struggling to come up with a good sound for your tracks.”>Push is an interesting take on subtractive synthesis. The idea is that you hit the random button and AI will create you a new patch every time. It’s a useful to use when you’re struggling to come up with a good sound for your tracks.
Subractive	Win, Mac	Deducktion is a juicy 32 note-polyphonic, subtractive synthesiser. It includes 2 oscillators, filters, 3 envelopes and a load more for you to play around with. Deduktion also offer a wide variety of other free instruments and effects on their website.” data-order=”Deducktion is a juicy 32 note-polyphonic, subtractive synthesiser. It includes 2 oscillators, filters, 3 envelopes and a load more for you to play around with. Deduktion also offer a wide variety of other free instruments and effects on their website.”>Deducktion is a juicy 32 note-polyphonic, subtractive synthesiser. It includes 2 oscillators, filters, 3 envelopes and a load more for you to play around with. Deduktion also offer a wide variety of other free instruments and effects on their website.
Subractive	Win, Mac	TyrellN6 is a compact, sporty synth. Based on concepts and ideas for a hardware synth: a few modules, novel features, analogue sound and low-cost. When there’s a free synth from u-he, you should definitely add it to your collection of free plugins.” data-order=”TyrellN6 is a compact, sporty synth. Based on concepts and ideas for a hardware synth: a few modules, novel features, analogue sound and low-cost. When there’s a free synth from u-he, you should definitely add it to your collection of free plugins.”>TyrellN6 is a compact, sporty synth. Based on concepts and ideas for a hardware synth: a few modules, novel features, analogue sound and low-cost. When there’s a free synth from u-he, you should definitely add it to your collection of free plugins.
Subtractive	Win, Mac	Free Alpha synth by Linplug is Omnisphere for the poor man.” data-order=”You could say that The Free Alpha synth by Linplug is Omnisphere for the poor man.”>You could say that The Free Alpha synth by Linplug is Omnisphere for the poor man.
Subtractive	Win, Mac	Aquamarine is an incredibly beautiful synth that gives goosebumps. It has a huge collection of textures, pads & synth sounds for music. You can download the free version & add it to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”Aquamarine is an incredibly beautiful synth that gives goosebumps. It has a huge collection of textures, pads & synth sounds for music. You can download the free version & add it to your collection of free VST plugins.”>Aquamarine is an incredibly beautiful synth that gives goosebumps. It has a huge collection of textures, pads & synth sounds for music. You can download the free version & add it to your collection of free VST plugins.
Subtractive	Win, Mac	The Zebralette is another plugin from uhe. They make some of the most incredible synths, so it’s definitely worth picking this up and adding it to the free plugins folder.” data-order=”The Zebralette is another plugin from uhe. They make some of the most incredible synths, so it’s definitely worth picking this up and adding it to the free plugins folder.”>The Zebralette is another plugin from uhe. They make some of the most incredible synths, so it’s definitely worth picking this up and adding it to the free plugins folder.
Subractive	Win, Mac	Papu is a free VST instrument that emulates the hardware of a Nintendo Gameboy. You can expect to hear those nostalgic 8 bit tones coming from this badboy.” data-order=”Papu is a free VST instrument that emulates the hardware of a Nintendo Gameboy. You can expect to hear those nostalgic 8 bit tones coming from this badboy.”>Papu is a free VST instrument that emulates the hardware of a Nintendo Gameboy. You can expect to hear those nostalgic 8 bit tones coming from this badboy.
Subtractive	Win, Mac, Linux	JuceOPLVSTi is similar to Papu. It’s an emulation of the classic Yamaha sound cards used in games between the late 80s and 90s.” data-order=”JuceOPLVSTi is similar to Papu. It’s an emulation of the classic Yamaha sound cards used in games between the late 80s and 90s.”>JuceOPLVSTi is similar to Papu. It’s an emulation of the classic Yamaha sound cards used in games between the late 80s and 90s.
Vocals	Win, Mac	Alter/Ego is a real-time singing synthesiser which has the capability to create some amazing vocal sounds. It’s a great addition to any track that needs a vocal melody or lead.” data-order=”Alter/Ego is a real-time singing synthesiser which has the capability to create some amazing vocal sounds. It’s a great addition to any track that needs a vocal melody or lead.”>Alter/Ego is a real-time singing synthesiser which has the capability to create some amazing vocal sounds. It’s a great addition to any track that needs a vocal melody or lead.
Subtractive	Win, Mac, Linux	Tau MK3 Bassline is an emulation of the Roland TB-303. It’s great for those squelchy acid basses we all know and love.” data-order=”Tau MK3 Bassline is an emulation of the Roland TB-303. It’s great for those squelchy acid basses we all know and love.”>Tau MK3 Bassline is an emulation of the Roland TB-303. It’s great for those squelchy acid basses we all know and love.
Subractive	Win, Mac	Sinnah is an intriguingly unique synth that’s based on a single oscillator. It includes 5 waveshapes that you can add harmonics to and alter in more ways than was thought possible.” data-order=”Sinnah is an intriguingly unique synth that’s based on a single oscillator. It includes 5 waveshapes that you can add harmonics to and alter in more ways than was thought possible.”>Sinnah is an intriguingly unique synth that’s based on a single oscillator. It includes 5 waveshapes that you can add harmonics to and alter in more ways than was thought possible.
Sampler	Win	Grace is a lightweight & great VST sampler for Windows. We also did a full review of it because we think it’s a great sampler for beginners getting into music production.” data-order=”Grace is a lightweight & great VST sampler for Windows. We also did a full review of it because we think it’s a great sampler for beginners getting into music production.”>Grace is a lightweight & great VST sampler for Windows. We also did a full review of it because we think it’s a great sampler for beginners getting into music production.
Subractive	Win, Mac, Linux	Tunefish V4 is an incredible wavetable synthesizer that has been purposefully designed so you can open just about as many instances as you want, without sacrificing audio quality. If you’re looking for another one of those free plugins that won’t eat your CPU and still sounds great, then this is it!” data-order=”Tunefish V4 is an incredible wavetable synthesizer that has been purposefully designed so you can open just about as many instances as you want, without sacrificing audio quality. If you’re looking for another one of those free plugins that won’t eat your CPU and still sounds great, then this is it!”>Tunefish V4 is an incredible wavetable synthesizer that has been purposefully designed so you can open just about as many instances as you want, without sacrificing audio quality. If you’re looking for another one of those free plugins that won’t eat your CPU and still sounds great, then this is it!
Subtractive	Win	Rainbow is a discontinued plugin by BigTick audio. It’s a 4 oscillator synth that covers FM, AM, additive and subtractive synthesis. Great addition to the free plugins folder for Windows users.” data-order=”Rainbow is a discontinued plugin by BigTick audio. It’s a 4 oscillator synth that covers FM, AM, additive and subtractive synthesis. Great addition to the free plugins folder for Windows users.”>Rainbow is a discontinued plugin by BigTick audio. It’s a 4 oscillator synth that covers FM, AM, additive and subtractive synthesis. Great addition to the free plugins folder for Windows users.
Subractive	Win, Mac	Digits is one synth that stands out from the crowd. Its unique phase distortion, inspired from the Casio CZ series, will have you creating the warmest pads, dirtiest basses, filthiest sweeps and everything in between.” data-order=”Digits is one synth that stands out from the crowd. Its unique phase distortion, inspired from the Casio CZ series, will have you creating the warmest pads, dirtiest basses, filthiest sweeps and everything in between.”>Digits is one synth that stands out from the crowd. Its unique phase distortion, inspired from the Casio CZ series, will have you creating the warmest pads, dirtiest basses, filthiest sweeps and everything in between.
Subtractive	Win	Chimera is a unique synthesiser that’s driven by noise. You can use this free VST plugin for airy & watery pads that have more than just atmosphere.” data-order=”Chimera is a unique synthesiser that’s driven by noise. You can use this free VST plugin for airy & watery pads that have more than just atmosphere.”>Chimera is a unique synthesiser that’s driven by noise. You can use this free VST plugin for airy & watery pads that have more than just atmosphere.
Subractive	Win, Mac	Symptohm PE is an incredible synth if you’re looking for a vast array of presets. This thing comes shipped with 1200 + presets and are all available to play in the free version.” data-order=”Symptohm PE is an incredible synth if you’re looking for a vast array of presets. This thing comes shipped with 1200 + presets and are all available to play in the free version.”>Symptohm PE is an incredible synth if you’re looking for a vast array of presets. This thing comes shipped with 1200 + presets and are all available to play in the free version.
Vocals	Win, Mac	Graillon 2 is a pitch correction plugin that has the power to not only transpose but also make your vocals sound robotic. It’s so good we included it in our best free autotune plugins list It’s the best free autotune plugin on this list.” data-order=”Graillon 2 is a pitch correction plugin that has the power to not only transpose but also make your vocals sound robotic. It’s so good we included it in our best free autotune plugins list It’s the best free autotune plugin on this list.”>Graillon 2 is a pitch correction plugin that has the power to not only transpose but also make your vocals sound robotic. It’s so good we included it in our best free autotune plugins list It’s the best free autotune plugin on this list.
Vocals	Win, Mac	MAutoPitch is a free pitch correction plugin. As with Graillon 2 you’re also able to use MAutoPitch to transpose vocals or make them sound robotic. A great addition to your free plugins library.” data-order=”MAutoPitch is a free pitch correction plugin. As with Graillon 2 you’re also able to use MAutoPitch to transpose vocals or make them sound robotic. A great addition to your free plugins library.”>MAutoPitch is a free pitch correction plugin. As with Graillon 2 you’re also able to use MAutoPitch to transpose vocals or make them sound robotic. A great addition to your free plugins library.
Vocals	Win, Mac, Linux	GSnap is a free autotune plugin that you can use to correct vocals & instrument takes. It’s got a MIDI ‘snap’ functionality that’s really useful to use & can read MIDI in your music production sessions.” data-order=”GSnap is a free autotune plugin that you can use to correct vocals & instrument takes. It’s got a MIDI ‘snap’ functionality that’s really useful to use & can read MIDI in your music production sessions.”>GSnap is a free autotune plugin that you can use to correct vocals & instrument takes. It’s got a MIDI ‘snap’ functionality that’s really useful to use & can read MIDI in your music production sessions.
Vocals	Win, Mac, Phone	VOLOCO is a brilliant creative autotune plugin, that’s wicked for vocoder & extremely pushed robotic sounds. A great add to your free plugins folder for more creative sound design on vocals.” data-order=”VOLOCO is a brilliant creative autotune plugin, that’s wicked for vocoder & extremely pushed robotic sounds. A great add to your free plugins folder for more creative sound design on vocals.”>VOLOCO is a brilliant creative autotune plugin, that’s wicked for vocoder & extremely pushed robotic sounds. A great add to your free plugins folder for more creative sound design on vocals.
Vocals	Win	Angelina is another free VST plugin by the BigTick corporation. This is a great vocal synth that has 2 oscillators. Don’t be put off by the old GUI, the sounds it creates are incredible.” data-order=”Angelina is another free VST plugin by the BigTick corporation. This is a great vocal synth that has 2 oscillators. Don’t be put off by the old GUI, the sounds it creates are incredible.”>Angelina is another free VST plugin by the BigTick corporation. This is a great vocal synth that has 2 oscillators. Don’t be put off by the old GUI, the sounds it creates are incredible.
Vocals	Win, Mac	VST Speek is a free VST plugin that models the first vocal synthesis machines. If you’re going for a really retro feel, then this is one of the best free vst plugins for that.” data-order=”VST Speek is a free VST plugin that models the first vocal synthesis machines. If you’re going for a really retro feel, then this is one of the best free vst plugins for that.”>VST Speek is a free VST plugin that models the first vocal synthesis machines. If you’re going for a really retro feel, then this is one of the best free vst plugins for that.
Vocals	Win	Delay Lama is an awesome plugin that offers vocal synthesis, a real-time 3D interface and a delay all in one.” data-order=”Other than being absolutely hilarious, Delay Lama is an awesome plugin that offers vocal synthesis, a real-time 3D interface and a delay all in one.”>Other than being absolutely hilarious, Delay Lama is an awesome plugin that offers vocal synthesis, a real-time 3D interface and a delay all in one.
Strings	Win, Mac	Cheeze Machine 2 is what we’d call old skool in the synth world. It’s a free VST plugin that focuses on recreating the original sounds of vintage string machines. It also comes coupled with a vast range of free audio effects!” data-order=”Cheeze Machine 2 is what we’d call old skool in the synth world. It’s a free VST plugin that focuses on recreating the original sounds of vintage string machines. It also comes coupled with a vast range of free audio effects!”>Cheeze Machine 2 is what we’d call old skool in the synth world. It’s a free VST plugin that focuses on recreating the original sounds of vintage string machines. It also comes coupled with a vast range of free audio effects!
Guitar	Win, Mac	BX_Rockrack V3 Player is definitely one of our favourite free VST plugins for guitar. Most VSTs try to simulate hundreds of amps with different microphones. Brainworx have taken a different approach, focussing on a few models and making their emulations sound exactly like the original.” data-order=”Brainworx BX_Rockrack V3 Player is definitely one of our favourite free VST plugins for guitar. Most VSTs try to simulate hundreds of amps with different microphones. Brainworx have taken a different approach, focussing on a few models and making their emulations sound exactly like the original.”>Brainworx BX_Rockrack V3 Player is definitely one of our favourite free VST plugins for guitar. Most VSTs try to simulate hundreds of amps with different microphones. Brainworx have taken a different approach, focussing on a few models and making their emulations sound exactly like the original.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Ample Guitar M Lite is one of the best free VST plugins for acoustic guitar. It’s lite version is available for free and it sounds great!” data-order=”Ample Guitar M Lite is one of the best free VST plugins for acoustic guitar. It’s lite version is available for free and it sounds great!”>Ample Guitar M Lite is one of the best free VST plugins for acoustic guitar. It’s lite version is available for free and it sounds great!
Guitar	Win, Mac	Ample Bass P Lite 2 is another plugin from the Ample Sound family. This free bass guitar VST instrument sounds incredibly realistic & the lite version is available on their website for download.” data-order=”Ample Bass P Lite 2 is another plugin from the Ample Sound family. This free bass guitar VST instrument sounds incredibly realistic & the lite version is available on their website for download.”>Ample Bass P Lite 2 is another plugin from the Ample Sound family. This free bass guitar VST instrument sounds incredibly realistic & the lite version is available on their website for download.
Guitar	Win, Mac	AmpliTubeV4 is a great piece of free software if you’re looking to grow your virtual guitar gear collection for virtually nothing.” data-order=”AmpliTubeV4 is a great piece of free software if you’re looking to grow your virtual guitar gear collection for virtually nothing.”>AmpliTubeV4 is a great piece of free software if you’re looking to grow your virtual guitar gear collection for virtually nothing.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Cypress TT-15 takes a no-nonsense approach to guitar amps and is a fantastic guitar head amp emulation.” data-order=”Black Rooster Audio’s Cypress TT-15 takes a no-nonsense approach to guitar amps and is a fantastic guitar head amp emulation.”>Black Rooster Audio’s Cypress TT-15 takes a no-nonsense approach to guitar amps and is a fantastic guitar head amp emulation.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Libra is a zero latency Impulse Response unit that’s designed to be used as a cabinet simulator for guitar & bass.” data-order=”Libra is a zero latency Impulse Response unit that’s designed to be used as a cabinet simulator for guitar & bass.”>Libra is a zero latency Impulse Response unit that’s designed to be used as a cabinet simulator for guitar & bass.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Emissary is a digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It’s been created to model the real hardware built for Ryan Huthnance” data-order=”Emissary is a digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It’s been created to model the real hardware built for Ryan Huthnance”>Emissary is a digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It’s been created to model the real hardware built for Ryan Huthnance
Guitar	Win, Mac	Nad1R says it in the name… it’s an impulse response unit designed specifically for guitars.” data-order=”Nad1R says it in the name… it’s an impulse response unit designed specifically for guitars.”>Nad1R says it in the name… it’s an impulse response unit designed specifically for guitars.
Guitar	Win, Mac	ProF.E.T. is a gut wrenching preamp/stomp-box for guitar. It accurately remodels its real hardware counterpart.” data-order=”ProF.E.T. is a gut wrenching preamp/stomp-box for guitar. It accurately remodels its real hardware counterpart.”>ProF.E.T. is a gut wrenching preamp/stomp-box for guitar. It accurately remodels its real hardware counterpart.
Guitar	Win, Mac	NRR-1 is another plugin by Ignite Amps that emulate a tube pre-amp for guitar. It’s an emulation of its real hardware counterpart built for Fleshgod Apocalypse.” data-order=”NRR-1 is another plugin by Ignite Amps that emulate a tube pre-amp for guitar. It’s an emulation of its real hardware counterpart built for Fleshgod Apocalypse.”>NRR-1 is another plugin by Ignite Amps that emulate a tube pre-amp for guitar. It’s an emulation of its real hardware counterpart built for Fleshgod Apocalypse.
Guitar	Win, Mac	The Anvil is another digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It has more of a clean tone to the NRR-1.” data-order=”The Anvil is another digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It has more of a clean tone to the NRR-1.”>The Anvil is another digital emulation of a tube amplifier for guitar. It has more of a clean tone to the NRR-1.
Guitar	Win, Mac	The TPA-1 is an incredible emulation of a class AB tube power amplifier for guitar. It has been designed with versatility in mind and it shows. It can work with any kind of guitar and sound.” data-order=”The TPA-1 is an incredible emulation of a class AB tube power amplifier for guitar. It has been designed with versatility in mind and it shows. It can work with any kind of guitar and sound.”>The TPA-1 is an incredible emulation of a class AB tube power amplifier for guitar. It has been designed with versatility in mind and it shows. It can work with any kind of guitar and sound.
Guitar	Win, Mac	SHB-1 is an extreme bass head and has been designed for simple use in studio sessions, playing live and jamming.” data-order=”The SHB-1 is an extreme bass head and has been designed for simple use in studio sessions, playing live and jamming.”>The SHB-1 is an extreme bass head and has been designed for simple use in studio sessions, playing live and jamming.
Guitar	Win, Mac	TSB-1 Tyrant Screamer is what you need if you’re looking to add some grit to clean guitar tones. It’s an overdrive pedal inspired by the 808 overdrive pedal.” data-order=”TSB-1 Tyrant Screamer is what you need if you’re looking to add some grit to clean guitar tones. It’s an overdrive pedal inspired by the 808 overdrive pedal.”>TSB-1 Tyrant Screamer is what you need if you’re looking to add some grit to clean guitar tones. It’s an overdrive pedal inspired by the 808 overdrive pedal.
Guitar	Win, Mac	TS-999 SubScreamer is a digital emulation of an overdrive specifically crafted for guitar.” data-order=”TS-999 SubScreamer is a digital emulation of an overdrive specifically crafted for guitar.”>TS-999 SubScreamer is a digital emulation of an overdrive specifically crafted for guitar.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Mercuriall MT-A is a virtual emulation of the classic Boss Metal Zone MT-2. It’s perfect for the genre of metal.” data-order=”Mercuriall MT-A is a virtual emulation of the classic Boss Metal Zone MT-2. It’s perfect for the genre of metal.”>Mercuriall MT-A is a virtual emulation of the classic Boss Metal Zone MT-2. It’s perfect for the genre of metal.
Guitar	Win, Mac	WS-1 is a chorus pedal effect for guitar.” data-order=”Mercuriall Chorus WS-1 is a chorus pedal effect for guitar.”>Mercuriall Chorus WS-1 is a chorus pedal effect for guitar.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Mercuriall Greed Smasher is a perfect emulation of the Mesa/Boogie Grid Slammer. It’s perfect if you’re looking to add some grit to your guitar tracking. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”Mercuriall Greed Smasher is a perfect emulation of the Mesa/Boogie Grid Slammer. It’s perfect if you’re looking to add some grit to your guitar tracking. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>Mercuriall Greed Smasher is a perfect emulation of the Mesa/Boogie Grid Slammer. It’s perfect if you’re looking to add some grit to your guitar tracking. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Guitar	Win, Mac	TSC-808 is another incredible emulation of the real-life hardware unit by Ibanez: TS-808.” data-order=”The TSC-808 is another incredible emulation of the real-life hardware unit by Ibanez: TS-808.”>The TSC-808 is another incredible emulation of the real-life hardware unit by Ibanez: TS-808.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Cab 2.1 is an awesome emulation of the Marshall 1×12 cabinets for guitar.” data-order=”Mercuriall Cab 2.1 is an awesome emulation of the Marshall 1×12 cabinets for guitar.”>Mercuriall Cab 2.1 is an awesome emulation of the Marshall 1×12 cabinets for guitar.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Guitar Rig Player 5 is a free effects processor for guitar. It’s really good if you’re looking to build chains or adding warmth to your signal.” data-order=”Guitar Rig Player 5 is a free effects processor for guitar. It’s really good if you’re looking to build chains or adding warmth to your signal.”>Guitar Rig Player 5 is a free effects processor for guitar. It’s really good if you’re looking to build chains or adding warmth to your signal.
Guitar	Win, Mac	TubeDriver is a free guitar VST that emulates a tube amplifier for your guitar.” data-order=”TubeDriver is a free guitar VST that emulates a tube amplifier for your guitar.”>TubeDriver is a free guitar VST that emulates a tube amplifier for your guitar.
Guitar	Win, Mac	8505 is another free guitar VST that has been built to model a guitar head amplifier.” data-order=”Nick Crow’s 8505 is another free guitar VST that has been built to model a guitar head amplifier.”>Nick Crow’s 8505 is another free guitar VST that has been built to model a guitar head amplifier.
Guitar	Win, Mac	7170 is a lead guitar amp that’s available for free download over on Nick Crow’s website!” data-order=”7170 is a lead guitar amp that’s available for free download over on Nick Crow’s website!”>7170 is a lead guitar amp that’s available for free download over on Nick Crow’s website!
Guitar	Win, Mac	WagnerSharp is a great VST plugin that emulates a tube guitar pre-amp.” data-order=”WagnerSharp is a great VST plugin that emulates a tube guitar pre-amp.”>WagnerSharp is a great VST plugin that emulates a tube guitar pre-amp.
Guitar	Win, Mac	JAMP is an emulation of the M-45 type amp head in a box. No matter the style you want to play in, this amp is perfect to put on any channel.” data-order=”JAMP is an emulation of the M-45 type amp head in a box. No matter the style you want to play in, this amp is perfect to put on any channel.”>JAMP is an emulation of the M-45 type amp head in a box. No matter the style you want to play in, this amp is perfect to put on any channel.
Guitar	Win, Mac	DSK Dynamic Guitars is a versatile acoustic guitar instrument. Offering three styles of guitars including: Nylon, Steel Guitar & Acoustic.” data-order=”DSK Dynamic Guitars is a versatile acoustic guitar instrument. Offering three styles of guitars including: Nylon, Steel Guitar & Acoustic.”>DSK Dynamic Guitars is a versatile acoustic guitar instrument. Offering three styles of guitars including: Nylon, Steel Guitar & Acoustic.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Ace is a jaw dropping emulation of the legendary 1950s, Tweed, American tube amp. It’s also got a large variety of controls for you to tinker with.” data-order=”Ace is a jaw dropping emulation of the legendary 1950s, Tweed, American tube amp. It’s also got a large variety of controls for you to tinker with.”>Ace is a jaw dropping emulation of the legendary 1950s, Tweed, American tube amp. It’s also got a large variety of controls for you to tinker with.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Boogex is a free guitar VST which acts as an amplifier. It’s also available in different colour variants!” data-order=”Boogex is a free guitar VST which acts as an amplifier. It’s also available in different colour variants!”>Boogex is a free guitar VST which acts as an amplifier. It’s also available in different colour variants!
Guitar	Win, Mac	Blue Cat’s free amp for guitar is a simulation of three different models. It’s inspired by legendary guitar amplifiers from the real world that include: classic drive, modern drive and clean drive.” data-order=”Blue Cat’s free amp for guitar is a simulation of three different models. It’s inspired by legendary guitar amplifiers from the real world that include: classic drive, modern drive and clean drive.”>Blue Cat’s free amp for guitar is a simulation of three different models. It’s inspired by legendary guitar amplifiers from the real world that include: classic drive, modern drive and clean drive.
Guitar	Win, Mac	HyBrit guitar amp is a hybrid amp that has been developed based on famous British gear.” data-order=”The HyBrit guitar amp is a hybrid amp that has been developed based on famous British gear.”>The HyBrit guitar amp is a hybrid amp that has been developed based on famous British gear.
Guitar	Win, Mac	HyBrit Series by Le Poulin is another guitar amp simulation that focusses on re-creating that famous British amplifier sound.” data-order=”HyBrit Series by Le Poulin is another guitar amp simulation that focusses on re-creating that famous British amplifier sound.”>HyBrit Series by Le Poulin is another guitar amp simulation that focusses on re-creating that famous British amplifier sound.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Le456 is another free VST instrument from the Le Poulin series of plugins. It’s a pre-amp simulation for guitar that’s modelled on famous German gear. Perfect for metal.
Guitar	Win, Mac	LeCab 2 is an impulse response unit that has been specifically designed for guitar and bass.” data-order=”LeCab 2 is an impulse response unit that has been specifically designed for guitar and bass.”>LeCab 2 is an impulse response unit that has been specifically designed for guitar and bass.
Guitar	Win, Mac	Lecto is a guitar amp simulation that is designed from a modern American head.” data-order=”Lecto is a guitar amp simulation that is designed from a modern American head.”>Lecto is a guitar amp simulation that is designed from a modern American head.
Guitar	Win, Mac	LeGion is another guitar VST from the Le Poulin collection of plugins. It’s a pre-amp simulation for guitar.” data-order=”LeGion is another guitar VST from the Le Poulin collection of plugins. It’s a pre-amp simulation for guitar.”>LeGion is another guitar VST from the Le Poulin collection of plugins. It’s a pre-amp simulation for guitar.
Guitar	Win, Mac	LeXTAC is a discontinued free VST plugin for guitar.” data-order=”LeXTAC is a discontinued free VST plugin for guitar.”>LeXTAC is a discontinued free VST plugin for guitar.
Guitar	Win	SoloC from Le Poulin is a tube preamp emulation for guitar. It has 3 channels to choose from: Clean, Overdrive, Crunch.” data-order=”SoloC from Le Poulin is a tube preamp emulation for guitar. It has 3 channels to choose from: Clean, Overdrive, Crunch.”>SoloC from Le Poulin is a tube preamp emulation for guitar. It has 3 channels to choose from: Clean, Overdrive, Crunch.
Piano	Win, Mac	remastered free VST synth from Big Tick Audio that was reintroduced due to popular demand. It’s an incredible emulation of the popular Hohner Clavinet, made famous in Stevie Wonder’s hit song Superstition. If you’re looking for something with funk, then this is your friend.” data-order=”Ticky Clav is a newly remastered free VST synth from Big Tick Audio that was reintroduced due to popular demand. It’s an incredible emulation of the popular Hohner Clavinet, made famous in Stevie Wonder’s hit song Superstition. If you’re looking for something with funk, then this is your friend.”>Ticky Clav is a newly remastered free VST synth from Big Tick Audio that was reintroduced due to popular demand. It’s an incredible emulation of the popular Hohner Clavinet, made famous in Stevie Wonder’s hit song Superstition. If you’re looking for something with funk, then this is your friend.
Piano	Win, Mac	Keyzone Classic delivers incredible tone with an array of settings that are completely changeable by the user. It’s a very simple to use plugin in which you can change settings such as the ADSR, Volume, Velocity and LFO settings.” data-order=”Created by some of the best curators of free audio plugins – Bitsonic Audio, Keyzone Classic delivers incredible tone with an array of settings that are completely changeable by the user. It’s a very simple to use plugin in which you can change settings such as the ADSR, Volume, Velocity and LFO settings.”>Created by some of the best curators of free audio plugins – Bitsonic Audio, Keyzone Classic delivers incredible tone with an array of settings that are completely changeable by the user. It’s a very simple to use plugin in which you can change settings such as the ADSR, Volume, Velocity and LFO settings.
Piano	Win, Mac	Spitfire Labs Piano sounds great on calmer sounding music.” data-order=”Now if you’re looking for more of lofi sound this is the Piano vst for you. With a slightly softer sound than found on the other free VST plugins we reviewed, the Spitfire Labs Piano sounds great on calmer sounding music.”>Now if you’re looking for more of lofi sound this is the Piano vst for you. With a slightly softer sound than found on the other free VST plugins we reviewed, the Spitfire Labs Piano sounds great on calmer sounding music.
Piano	Win, Mac	Skerratt London Piano: If you’re into more of a wide, detuned & chorused sound, this Piano is perfect for you. The only reason we’ve put it at the bottom of the list is that it lacks the ability to turn off FX and mould the sound more to your liking or the track’s feel.” data-order=”Skerratt London Piano: If you’re into more of a wide, detuned & chorused sound, this Piano is perfect for you. The only reason we’ve put it at the bottom of the list is that it lacks the ability to turn off FX and mould the sound more to your liking or the track’s feel.”>Skerratt London Piano: If you’re into more of a wide, detuned & chorused sound, this Piano is perfect for you. The only reason we’ve put it at the bottom of the list is that it lacks the ability to turn off FX and mould the sound more to your liking or the track’s feel.
Piano	Win, Mac	Versilian Upright Piano. This is one of our favourite Piano VSTs, purely because of the sound. It’s one of the closest to out of the 5 to a real sounding Piano, but lacks the option to alter the sound (like ADSR etc).” data-order=”Introducing Versilian Upright Piano. This is one of our favourite Piano VSTs, purely because of the sound. It’s one of the closest to out of the 5 to a real sounding Piano, but lacks the option to alter the sound (like ADSR etc).”>Introducing Versilian Upright Piano. This is one of our favourite Piano VSTs, purely because of the sound. It’s one of the closest to out of the 5 to a real sounding Piano, but lacks the option to alter the sound (like ADSR etc).
Piano	Win, Mac	Ivy Audio, who specialise in free orchestra VSTs, this sample bank is an absolute staple for any producer looking to ‘polish’ their sound and is a beautiful sample library of a Steinway Model B grand piano. If you’re looking for a sound with a bit more colour and a little less versatile, then go with Ivy Audio’s Piano. To use this library, make sure to download Sforzando so you’re able to load the pack and get playing!” data-order=”Created by Ivy Audio, who specialise in free orchestra VSTs, this sample bank is an absolute staple for any producer looking to ‘polish’ their sound and is a beautiful sample library of a Steinway Model B grand piano. If you’re looking for a sound with a bit more colour and a little less versatile, then go with Ivy Audio’s Piano. To use this library, make sure to download Sforzando so you’re able to load the pack and get playing!”>Created by Ivy Audio, who specialise in free orchestra VSTs, this sample bank is an absolute staple for any producer looking to ‘polish’ their sound and is a beautiful sample library of a Steinway Model B grand piano. If you’re looking for a sound with a bit more colour and a little less versatile, then go with Ivy Audio’s Piano. To use this library, make sure to download Sforzando so you’re able to load the pack and get playing!
Echo	Win, Mac	ValhallaFreqEcho is a beautifully crafted frequency shifter coupled with an analog echo. It’s perfect for dub and creating crazy sci-fi esque sounds. Add this to your lineup of VSTs… you won’t be disappointed!” data-order=”ValhallaFreqEcho is a beautifully crafted frequency shifter coupled with an analog echo. It’s perfect for dub and creating crazy sci-fi esque sounds. Add this to your lineup of VSTs… you won’t be disappointed!”>ValhallaFreqEcho is a beautifully crafted frequency shifter coupled with an analog echo. It’s perfect for dub and creating crazy sci-fi esque sounds. Add this to your lineup of VSTs… you won’t be disappointed!
Echo	Win	Echo Master is a free VST by Meesha that focusses on giving a cheap, worn out sound.” data-order=”Echo Master is a free VST by Meesha that focusses on giving a cheap, worn out sound.”>Echo Master is a free VST by Meesha that focusses on giving a cheap, worn out sound.
Echo	Win	ET-200 is a free VST echo plugin developed by Noise Industries which includes sound bending flutter effects and bandpass.” data-order=”ET-200 is a free VST echo plugin developed by Noise Industries which includes sound bending flutter effects and bandpass.”>ET-200 is a free VST echo plugin developed by Noise Industries which includes sound bending flutter effects and bandpass.
Echo	Win	Shuttle Echo is a device crafted to bring out the imperfections found in echos and delays. It’s great for slapback echos and general echo wildness.” data-order=”Shuttle Echo is a device crafted to bring out the imperfections found in echos and delays. It’s great for slapback echos and general echo wildness.”>Shuttle Echo is a device crafted to bring out the imperfections found in echos and delays. It’s great for slapback echos and general echo wildness.
Delay	Win, Mac	Spaceship Delay is a free delay audio effect that features both classic modern and vintage sounds. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”Spaceship Delay is a free delay audio effect that features both classic modern and vintage sounds. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>Spaceship Delay is a free delay audio effect that features both classic modern and vintage sounds. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Delay	Win	Delazi is an incredible host sync delay.” data-order=”Delazi is an incredible host sync delay.”>Delazi is an incredible host sync delay.
Delay	Win, Mac	Driftmaker delay is a disintegration device. It has exceptional character and can create amazing textures.” data-order=”Driftmaker delay is a disintegration device. It has exceptional character and can create amazing textures.”>Driftmaker delay is a disintegration device. It has exceptional character and can create amazing textures.
Delay	Win	TapeDelay is exactly what it says it is: it’s an emulation of a vintage tape delay.” data-order=”TapeDelay is exactly what it says it is: it’s an emulation of a vintage tape delay.”>TapeDelay is exactly what it says it is: it’s an emulation of a vintage tape delay.
Delay	Win, Mac	HY-Delay is a free delay tool that also has the function of ducking built in.” data-order=”HY-Delay is a free delay tool that also has the function of ducking built in.”>HY-Delay is a free delay tool that also has the function of ducking built in.
Delay	Win	DVS Ping Pong by Dream Vortex Studios is a free delay VST that is great for those stereo bouncing echoes.” data-order=”DVS Ping Pong by Dream Vortex Studios is a free delay VST that is great for those stereo bouncing echoes.”>DVS Ping Pong by Dream Vortex Studios is a free delay VST that is great for those stereo bouncing echoes.
Delay	Win, Mac	Voxegeno Tempo Delay is an incredible stereo delay that has a high audio quality engine.” data-order=”Voxegeno Tempo Delay is an incredible stereo delay that has a high audio quality engine.”>Voxegeno Tempo Delay is an incredible stereo delay that has a high audio quality engine.
Reverb	Win, Mac	Valhalla Supermassive is easily the best free vst reverb on this list. Valhalla make the most incredible reverb plugins on the market, & the supermassive is no different. It’s a weird mix between a delay & reverb and we use this plugin in almost every track for sound design. It has weird & vast library of weird & wonky delays + a load of HUGE reverb presets.” data-order=”Valhalla Supermassive is easily the best free vst reverb on this list. Valhalla make the most incredible reverb plugins on the market, & the supermassive is no different. It’s a weird mix between a delay & reverb and we use this plugin in almost every track for sound design. It has weird & vast library of weird & wonky delays + a load of HUGE reverb presets.”>Valhalla Supermassive is easily the best free vst reverb on this list. Valhalla make the most incredible reverb plugins on the market, & the supermassive is no different. It’s a weird mix between a delay & reverb and we use this plugin in almost every track for sound design. It has weird & vast library of weird & wonky delays + a load of HUGE reverb presets.
Reverb	Win, Mac	Tal Reverb 4 is an incredibly easy to use free VST plugin that emulates high quality plate reverbs. Just looking at the interface gets us drooling, and it sounds even better! If you’re looking for a reverb that has that 80s feel, then check this out!” data-order=”Tal Reverb 4 is an incredibly easy to use free VST plugin that emulates high quality plate reverbs. Just looking at the interface gets us drooling, and it sounds even better! If you’re looking for a reverb that has that 80s feel, then check this out!”>Tal Reverb 4 is an incredibly easy to use free VST plugin that emulates high quality plate reverbs. Just looking at the interface gets us drooling, and it sounds even better! If you’re looking for a reverb that has that 80s feel, then check this out!
Reverb	Win	EpicVerb is another free VST plugin that aims to conquer both small room and ambience effect simulation. It’s extremely well suited from everything to modern drum sounds & vocals, all the way to epic hall simulations.” data-order=”EpicVerb is another free VST plugin that aims to conquer both small room and ambience effect simulation. It’s extremely well suited from everything to modern drum sounds & vocals, all the way to epic hall simulations.”>EpicVerb is another free VST plugin that aims to conquer both small room and ambience effect simulation. It’s extremely well suited from everything to modern drum sounds & vocals, all the way to epic hall simulations.
Reverb	Win	KarmaFX is a brilliant solution to a digital stereo reverb & features a whopping 10 different reverb algorithms.” data-order=”KarmaFX is a brilliant solution to a digital stereo reverb & features a whopping 10 different reverb algorithms.”>KarmaFX is a brilliant solution to a digital stereo reverb & features a whopping 10 different reverb algorithms.
Reverb	Win, Mac	Spring Reverb is an absolute must. It emulates the behaviour of a real spring reverb based on some really clever algorithms” data-order=”Hotto’s Spring Reverb is an absolute must. It emulates the behaviour of a real spring reverb based on some really clever algorithms”>Hotto’s Spring Reverb is an absolute must. It emulates the behaviour of a real spring reverb based on some really clever algorithms
Reverb	Win, Mac	MConvolutionEZ is a free to use convolution reverb. It reads impulse responses to recreate real room reverbs digitally. This is a must have” data-order=”MConvolutionEZ is a free to use convolution reverb. It reads impulse responses to recreate real room reverbs digitally. This is a must have”>MConvolutionEZ is a free to use convolution reverb. It reads impulse responses to recreate real room reverbs digitally. This is a must have
Reverb	Win, Mac	Tal-Reverb-2 is a free VST plugin by Tal. It’s a super lush and diffuse reverb with a fast build-up time (great for ambience).” data-order=”Tal-Reverb-2 is a free VST plugin by Tal. It’s a super lush and diffuse reverb with a fast build-up time (great for ambience).”>Tal-Reverb-2 is a free VST plugin by Tal. It’s a super lush and diffuse reverb with a fast build-up time (great for ambience).
Reverb	Win, Mac, Linux	Prototype Reverb is a natural sound reverb which uses a room simulator to get its unique sound.” data-order=”Prototype Reverb is a natural sound reverb which uses a room simulator to get its unique sound.”>Prototype Reverb is a natural sound reverb which uses a room simulator to get its unique sound.
Reverb	Win, Mac	Voxegeno OldSkoolVerb is a free VST which focuses on bringing that old skool sound.” data-order=”Voxegeno OldSkoolVerb is a free VST which focuses on bringing that old skool sound.”>Voxegeno OldSkoolVerb is a free VST which focuses on bringing that old skool sound.
Gate	Win	A1 Trigger Gate is probably one of the coolest free VST plugins on this list. It allows you to drag any piece of audio in and chop it up using the in-house sequencer. Absolutely perfect for any electronic music producer looking to get that gated effect.” data-order=”A1 Trigger Gate is probably one of the coolest free VST plugins on this list. It allows you to drag any piece of audio in and chop it up using the in-house sequencer. Absolutely perfect for any electronic music producer looking to get that gated effect.”>A1 Trigger Gate is probably one of the coolest free VST plugins on this list. It allows you to drag any piece of audio in and chop it up using the in-house sequencer. Absolutely perfect for any electronic music producer looking to get that gated effect.
Gate	Win, Mac	Bob Perry’s Gate is a gating plugin that’s useful for cleaning recorded signals up. If you’ve got some messy overhead recordings this could be perfect.” data-order=”Bob Perry’s Gate is a gating plugin that’s useful for cleaning recorded signals up. If you’ve got some messy overhead recordings this could be perfect.”>Bob Perry’s Gate is a gating plugin that’s useful for cleaning recorded signals up. If you’ve got some messy overhead recordings this could be perfect.
Gate	Win, Mac	FR-GATE 87 is an analog take on a gate. It uses the same engine as their very own ANALOG87.” data-order=”Eareckon’s FR-GATE 87 is an analog take on a gate. It uses the same engine as their very own ANALOG87.”>Eareckon’s FR-GATE 87 is an analog take on a gate. It uses the same engine as their very own ANALOG87.
EQ	Win, Mac	Fresh Air EQ/Exciter free VST plugin, is available for a short period of time. It’s wicked for brightening up a master. You use the ‘mid air’ & ‘high air’ knobs to inject a bit of floaty top end into anything.” data-order=”Slate Digital’s Fresh Air EQ/Exciter free VST plugin, is available for a short period of time. It’s wicked for brightening up a master. You use the ‘mid air’ & ‘high air’ knobs to inject a bit of floaty top end into anything.”>Slate Digital’s Fresh Air EQ/Exciter free VST plugin, is available for a short period of time. It’s wicked for brightening up a master. You use the ‘mid air’ & ‘high air’ knobs to inject a bit of floaty top end into anything.
EQ	Win, Mac	TDR NOVA reminds us of a free FabFilter Pro Q3. It’s a parallel dynamic, parametric EQ that offers a huge range of options. Be it a master lacking density, the drum bus asking for more crispiness, or a sibilance problem: NOVA has an elegant solution.” data-order=”TDR NOVA reminds us of a free FabFilter Pro Q3. It’s a parallel dynamic, parametric EQ that offers a huge range of options. Be it a master lacking density, the drum bus asking for more crispiness, or a sibilance problem: NOVA has an elegant solution.”>TDR NOVA reminds us of a free FabFilter Pro Q3. It’s a parallel dynamic, parametric EQ that offers a huge range of options. Be it a master lacking density, the drum bus asking for more crispiness, or a sibilance problem: NOVA has an elegant solution.
EQ	Win	SlickEQ is an incredible tool that’s used primarily for mixing and mastering. Unlike any of the other free VST plugins, SlickEQ offers some really interesting saturation models that add subtle textures to your sound.” data-order=”SlickEQ is an incredible tool that’s used primarily for mixing and mastering. Unlike any of the other free VST plugins, SlickEQ offers some really interesting saturation models that add subtle textures to your sound.”>SlickEQ is an incredible tool that’s used primarily for mixing and mastering. Unlike any of the other free VST plugins, SlickEQ offers some really interesting saturation models that add subtle textures to your sound.
EQ	Win, Mac	Luftikus is an amazing adaptation of the widely known Maag EQ4. Its impressive air bands are able to boost frequencies above the audible range 20 – 40khz.” data-order=”Luftikus is an amazing adaptation of the widely known Maag EQ4. Its impressive air bands are able to boost frequencies above the audible range 20 – 40khz.”>Luftikus is an amazing adaptation of the widely known Maag EQ4. Its impressive air bands are able to boost frequencies above the audible range 20 – 40khz.
EQ	Win, Mac	LinearPhaseGraphicEQ 2 is a great solution to a free linear phase EQ.” data-order=”LinearPhaseGraphicEQ 2 is a great solution to a free linear phase EQ.”>LinearPhaseGraphicEQ 2 is a great solution to a free linear phase EQ.
EQ	Win	SN04-G is a hybrid character 3-band EQ. It comes with the usual surgical capabilities you’d expect from an EQ & also comes with the option for analog modelling. If you’re looking for an analog EQ for free, check this.” data-order=”The SN04-G is a hybrid character 3-band EQ. It comes with the usual surgical capabilities you’d expect from an EQ & also comes with the option for analog modelling. If you’re looking for an analog EQ for free, check this.”>The SN04-G is a hybrid character 3-band EQ. It comes with the usual surgical capabilities you’d expect from an EQ & also comes with the option for analog modeling. If you’re looking for an analog EQ for free, check this.
EQ	Win, Mac	PTEq-X is a plugin by Ignite Amps. It’s a digital emulation of the incredible Pultec EQP-1A tube EQ. Use this EQ to add colour to your sound.” data-order=”PTEq-X is a plugin by Ignite Amps. It’s a digital emulation of the incredible Pultec EQP-1A tube EQ. Use this EQ to add colour to your sound.”>PTEq-X is a plugin by Ignite Amps. It’s a digital emulation of the incredible Pultec EQP-1A tube EQ. Use this EQ to add colour to your sound.
EQ	Win	BEE-HAPPY 550 is a free VST plugin that has an API-style look and feel to it.” data-order=”BEE-HAPPY 550 is a free VST plugin that has an API-style look and feel to it.”>BEE-HAPPY 550 is a free VST plugin that has an API-style look and feel to it.
EQ	Win, Mac	Triple EQ is a 3 band parametric EQ that doubles up as a single filter.” data-order=”Blue Cat’s Triple EQ is a 3 band parametric EQ that doubles up as a single filter.”>Blue Cat’s Triple EQ is a 3 band parametric EQ that doubles up as a single filter.
EQ	Win, Mac	FR-EQUA 87. This is a high quality analog EQ that uses the same engine as the award winning ANALOG87 series.” data-order=”Part of the free series from Eareckon comes the FR-EQUA 87. This is a high quality analog EQ that uses the same engine as the award winning ANALOG87 series.”>Part of the free series from Eareckon comes the FR-EQUA 87. This is a high-quality analog EQ that uses the same engine as the award-winning ANALOG87 series.
EQ	Win, Mac	MEqualizer is an extremely precise easy to use, 6 band EQ.” data-order=”MEqualizer is an extremely precise easy to use, 6 band EQ.”>MEqualizer is an extremely precise easy to use, 6 band EQ.
EQ	Win, Mac	SGA1556 is a single channel vintage tub mic preamplifier. It’s great for warming up those vocals.” data-order=”SGA1556 is a single channel vintage tub mic preamplifier. It’s great for warming up those vocals.”>SGA1556 is a single-channel vintage tub mic preamplifier. It’s great for warming up those vocals.
EQ	Win, Mac	Code Red Free by Shattered glass is an emulation of the EMI REDD EQ used at Abbey Road Studios. Another great plugin to add to your free VST plugins collection.” data-order=”Code Red Free by Shattered glass is an emulation of the EMI REDD EQ used at Abbey Road Studios. Another great plugin to add to your free VST plugins collection.”>Code Red Free by Shattered glass is an emulation of the EMI REDD EQ used at Abbey Road Studios. Another great plugin to add to your free VST plugins collection.
EQ	Win, Mac	SPL Free Ranger by Plugin Alliance is an analog modelled EQ.” data-order=”SPL Free Ranger by Plugin Alliance is an analog modelled EQ.”>SPL Free Ranger by Plugin Alliance is an analog modeled EQ.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Multiply is an impressive digital chorus that includes a wide range of presets.” data-order=”Multiply is an impressive digital chorus that includes a wide range of presets.”>Multiply is an impressive digital chorus that includes a wide range of presets.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Chorus is an adaptive chorus that can be used for subtle effects or sound shifting effects.” data-order=”Blue Cat’s Chorus is an adaptive chorus that can be used for subtle effects or sound shifting effects.”>Blue Cat’s Chorus is an adaptive chorus that can be used for subtle effects or sound shifting effects.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Adam Monroe’s Tremolo is a panning modulation effect. If you’re looking for something to pan your sound left and right automatically, use this.” data-order=”Adam Monroe’s Tremolo is a panning modulation effect. If you’re looking for something to pan your sound left and right automatically, use this.”>Adam Monroe’s Tremolo is a panning modulation effect. If you’re looking for something to pan your sound left and right automatically, use this.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Phaser is a phasing plugin modelled after the vintage, warm phaser circuits.” data-order=”Blue Cat’s Phaser is a phasing plugin modelled after the vintage, warm phaser circuits.”>Blue Cat’s Phaser is a phasing plugin modelled after the vintage, warm phaser circuits.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Flanger is a a simple to use flanger that can be used to take your sounds back to the 70s & 80s.” data-order=”Blue Cat’s Flanger is a a simple to use flanger that can be used to take your sounds back to the 70s & 80s.”>Blue Cat’s Flanger is a simple to use flanger that can be used to take your sounds back to the 70s & 80s.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Pancake 2 by Cable Guys is a capable auto-panner that is able to sync to your DAW. You can easily construct your own modulation curves using automation or its built in LFO curves.” data-order=”Pancake 2 by Cable Guys is a capable auto-panner that is able to sync to your DAW. You can easily construct your own modulation curves using automation or its built in LFO curves.”>Pancake 2 by Cable Guys is a capable auto-panner that is able to sync to your DAW. You can easily construct your own modulation curves using automation or its built-in LFO curves.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MFlanger is a versatile flanger with sound that is higher tier than any we’ve experienced.” data-order=”MFlanger is a versatile flanger with sound that is higher tier than any we’ve experienced.”>MFlanger is a versatile flanger with a sound that is higher tier than any we’ve experienced.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MPhaser is an interesting take on phasing VSTs. It’s advanced, easy to use interface provides a large array of dials & knobs to interact with.” data-order=”MPhaser is an interesting take on phasing VSTs. It’s advanced, easy to use interface provides a large array of dials & knobs to interact with.”>MPhaser is an interesting take on phasing VSTs. Its advanced, easy-to-use interface provides a large array of dials & knobs to interact with.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MRingModulator is a classic ring-modulation effect which uses two oscillators to get its unique sound.” data-order=”MRingModulator is a classic ring-modulation effect which uses two oscillators to get its unique sound.”>MRingModulator is a classic ring-modulation effect that uses two oscillators to get its unique sound.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MTremolo is great for panning effects of amplitude modulation. It has adjustable waveforms and harmonics that can really shape your sound.” data-order=”MTremolo is great for panning effects of amplitude modulation. It has adjustable waveforms and harmonics that can really shape your sound.”>MTremolo is great for panning effects of amplitude modulation. It has adjustable waveforms and harmonics that can really shape your sound.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MFreqShifter is an amazing frequency shifter plugin that doesn’t keep harmonic relationships like a pitch shifter does.” data-order=”MFreqShifter is an amazing frequency shifter plugin that doesn’t keep harmonic relationships like a pitch shifter does.”>MFreqShifter is an amazing frequency shifter plugin that doesn’t keep harmonic relationships like a pitch shifter does.
Modulation	Win, Mac	MVibrato is a Vibrato plugin that ships with an incredibly high quality audio engine that can handle up to 8 channels of surround sound.” data-order=”MVibrato is a Vibrato plugin that ships with an incredibly high quality audio engine that can handle up to 8 channels of surround sound.”>MVibrato is a Vibrato plugin that ships with an incredibly high-quality audio engine that can handle up to 8 channels of surround sound.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Tal-Chorus LX is a fantastic chorus plugin. You can use it to stereo widen your sounds or detune them.
Modulation	Win, Mac	Tal-Vocoder is a vintage emulation with 11 bands. If you’re looking for a retro 80s feel, then this is it.” data-order=”Tal-Vocoder is a vintage emulation with 11 bands. If you’re looking for a retro 80s feel, then this is it.”>Tal-Vocoder is a vintage emulation with 11 bands. If you’re looking for a retro 80s feel, then this is it.
Filter	Win, Mac	MComb is a powerful comb filtering plugin which is made extremely versatile with modulation.” data-order=”MComb is a powerful comb filtering plugin which is made extremely versatile with modulation.”>MComb is a powerful comb filtering plugin which is made extremely versatile with modulation.
Filter	Win, Mac	MBandPass is a filter plugin for your DAW. It contains high pass and low pass filters with slopes of up to 120dB/octave. It also has a load of modulators you can make use of.” data-order=”MBandPass is a filter plugin for your DAW. It contains high pass and low pass filters with slopes of up to 120dB/octave. It also has a load of modulators you can make use of.”>MBandPass is a filter plugin for your DAW. It contains high pass and low pass filters with slopes of up to 120dB/octave. It also has a load of modulators you can make use of.
Filter	Win, Mac	HY-Filter3 is another free vst from the HY-Plugins gang. It’s a multimode filter plugin that sounds awesome.” data-order=”HY-Filter3 is another free vst from the HY-Plugins gang. It’s a multimode filter plugin that sounds awesome.”>HY-Filter3 is another free vst from the HY-Plugins gang. It’s a multimode filter plugin that sounds awesome.
Filter	Win, Mac	VHL-3C is a vintage high/low pass filter which is perfect for taming high and low frequencies that are out of hand.” data-order=”VHL-3C is a vintage high/low pass filter which is perfect for taming high and low frequencies that are out of hand.”>VHL-3C is a vintage high/low pass filter that is perfect for taming high and low frequencies that are out of hand.
Filter	Win, Mac	BX Cleansweep V2 is a free VST filter by Plugin Alliance. It’s a great filter for removing any unwanted high end or low end.” data-order=”BX Cleansweep V2 is a free VST filter by Plugin Alliance. It’s a great filter for removing any unwanted high end or low end.”>BX Cleansweep V2 is a free VST filter by Plugin Alliance. It’s a great filter for removing any unwanted high-end or low-end.
Filter	Win, Mac	BX Subfilter is great for dealing with low end frequencies. It has a simple interface and gets the job done.” data-order=”BX Subfilter is great for dealing with low end frequencies. It has a simple interface and gets the job done.”>BX Subfilter is great for dealing with low-end frequencies. It has a simple interface and gets the job done.
Filter	Win, Mac	Niveau Filter by Plugin Alliance is a great filter for balancing your EQ’s” data-order=”Niveau Filter by Plugin Alliance is a great filter for balancing your EQ’s”>Niveau Filter by Plugin Alliance is a great filter for balancing your EQ’s
Filter	Win, Mac	Tal-Filter-2 is a host synced filter with tonnes of options for modulation.” data-order=”Tal-Filter-2 is a host synced filter with tonnes of options for modulation.”>Tal-Filter-2 is a host synced filter with tonnes of options for modulation.
Panning	Win, Mac	Doppler Dome is a stereo effect that we love. It’s extremely similar to the waves doppler and is amazing for creating realistic stereo pan effects that sound spatial.” data-order=”Doppler Dome is a stereo effect that we love. It’s extremely similar to the waves doppler and is amazing for creating realistic stereo pan effects that sound spatial.”>Doppler Dome is a stereo effect that we love. It’s extremely similar to the waves doppler and is amazing for creating realistic stereo pan effects that sound spatial.
Panning	Win, Mac	MAutopan is a classic auto panner with an adjustable shape oscillator design. It also links up with your DAW to get the right timing.
Transient Shaper	Win, Mac	Couture Free by Auburn is an incredible transient shaper plugin. Transient shaping is perfect for getting your drums to cut through through a mix more.” data-order=”Couture Free by Auburn is an incredible transient shaper plugin. Transient shaping is perfect for getting your drums to cut through through a mix more.”>Couture Free by Auburn is an incredible transient shaper plugin. Transient shaping is perfect for getting your drums to cut through through a mix more.
Frequency Analyser	Win, Mac	Span is probably one of our favourite plugins. It’s an incredible frequency analyser that can help you find the fundamental frequency of any sound. It also gives you a good overview of where your sounds are sitting. You can use this to help tune drums, find the frequency range of your instrument and loads more.” data-order=”Span is probably one of our favourite plugins. It’s an incredible frequency analyser that can help you find the fundamental frequency of any sound. It also gives you a good overview of where your sounds are sitting. You can use this to help tune drums, find the frequency range of your instrument and loads more.”>Span is probably one of our favorite plugins. It’s an incredible frequency analyzer that can help you find the fundamental frequency of any sound. It also gives you a good overview of where your sounds are sitting. You can use this to help tune drums, find the frequency range of your instrument, and loads more.
Compressor	Win, Mac	Rough Rider 3 has to be our favourite compressor on the list. The warm and depth to this plugin will have your ears singing with joy. It’s a modern compressor with a vintage twist and a uniquely warm sound.” data-order=”Rough Rider 3 has to be our favourite compressor on the list. The warm and depth to this plugin will have your ears singing with joy. It’s a modern compressor with a vintage twist and a uniquely warm sound.”>Rough Rider 3 has to be our favorite compressor on the list. The warmth and depth of this plugin will have your ears singing with joy. It’s a modern compressor with a vintage twist and a uniquely warm sound.
Compressor	Win, Mac	Xfer’s OTT compressor to anything and it’ll sound better. It’s an aggressive multiband compressor and is perfect for EDM. We always use it as a tone shaping tool. A must have for your free VST plugin collection.” data-order=”Add Xfer’s OTT compressor to anything and it’ll sound better. It’s an aggressive multiband compressor and is perfect for EDM. We always use it as a tone shaping tool. A must have for your free VST plugin collection.”>Add Xfer’s OTT compressor to anything and it’ll sound better. It’s an aggressive multiband compressor and is perfect for EDM. We always use it as a tone-shaping tool. A must-have for your free VST plugin collection.
Compressor	Win, Mac	MCompressor is an extremely precise & clean compressor plugin.” data-order=”MCompressor is an extremely precise & clean compressor plugin.”>MCompressor is an extremely precise & clean compressor plugin.
Compressor	Win, Mac	ADHD Leveling is a tube leveling amplifier that is ideal for vocals.” data-order=”ADHD Leveling is a tube leveling amplifier that is ideal for vocals.”>ADHD Leveling is a tube leveling amplifier that is ideal for vocals.
Compressor	Win, Mac	DC1A is a compressor crafted by the Klanghelm team. This is great if you’re looking for a warm vintage sound.” data-order=”DC1A is a compressor crafted by the Klanghelm team. This is great if you’re looking for a warm vintage sound.”>DC1A is a compressor crafted by the Klanghelm team. This is great if you’re looking for a warm vintage sound.
Compressor	Win, Mac	MJUC jr. is a no-nonsense compressor, with only 2 dials. It’s modelled on the classic variable-mu tube compression which compresses and subtly adds harmonic enhancement.” data-order=”MJUC jr. is a no-nonsense compressor, with only 2 dials. It’s modelled on the classic variable-mu tube compression which compresses and subtly adds harmonic enhancement.”>MJUC jr. is a no-nonsense compressor, with only 2 dials. It’s modeled on the classic variable-mu tube compression which compresses and subtly adds a harmonic enhancement.
Compressor	Win, Mac	Bitter Sweet is a free compressor that’s main use is for mastering. It’s easy to use interface and great sound make it a must have for every producer.” data-order=”Bitter Sweet is a free compressor that’s main use is for mastering. It’s easy to use interface and great sound make it a must have for every producer.”>Bitter Sweet is a free compressor that’s main use is for mastering. Its easy-to-use interface and great sound make it a must-have for every producer.
Compressor	Win, Mac	MAX1 is a free audio plugin by Beatskillz. If you don’t understand compression this tool provides aid in the form of AI.” data-order=”MAX1 is a free audio plugin by Beatskillz. If you don’t understand compression this tool provides aid in the form of AI.”>MAX1 is a free audio plugin by Beatskillz. If you don’t understand compression this tool provides aid in the form of AI.
Compressor	Win, Mac	FR-Comp 87 is a part of the free87 series of VST plugins.” data-order=”FR-Comp 87 is a part of the free87 series of VST plugins.”>FR-Comp 87 is a part of the free87 series of VST plugins.
Compressor	Win, Mac	TDR Kotelnikov is a high quality dynamic processor which belongs to the compressor family.” data-order=”TDR Kotelnikov is a high quality dynamic processor which belongs to the compressor family.”>TDR Kotelnikov is a high-quality dynamic processor which belongs to the compressor family.
Compressor	Win, Mac	Vladg Molot Compressor is an analog compressor that is great for adding colour to your sound.” data-order=”Vladg Molot Compressor is an analog compressor that is great for adding colour to your sound.”>Vladg Molot Compressor is an analog compressor that is great for adding color to your sound.
Saturation	Win	FerricTDS is an all in one solution to tape saturation. It’s inspired by some of the smoothest dynamic shaping capabilities shown in high-end reel-to-reel tape recorders and can simulate 3 sonic effects such as: DYNAMICS SATURATION LIMITING” data-order=”FerricTDS is an all in one solution to tape saturation. It’s inspired by some of the smoothest dynamic shaping capabilities shown in high-end reel-to-reel tape recorders and can simulate 3 sonic effects such as: DYNAMICS SATURATION LIMITING”>FerricTDS is an all-in-one solution to tape saturation. It’s inspired by some of the smoothest dynamic shaping capabilities shown in high-end reel-to-reel tape recorders and can simulate 3 sonic effects such as: DYNAMICS SATURATION LIMITING
Saturation	Win, Mac	Softube has the knob to rule them all. It’s a harmonic distortion that can be used to fatten up any bass or anywhere you need some grit. This plugin is perfect for getting basslines to stand out in mid-range speakers.” data-order=”Softube has the knob to rule them all. It’s a harmonic distortion that can be used to fatten up any bass or anywhere you need some grit. This plugin is perfect for getting basslines to stand out in mid-range speakers.”>Softube has the knob to rule them all. It’s a harmonic distortion that can be used to fatten up any bass or anywhere you need some grit. This plugin is perfect for getting basslines to stand out in mid-range speakers.
Saturation	Win, Mac	IVGI is a very warm, soft & subtle saturator. It’s capable of both heavy and subtle harmonic enhancement.” data-order=”IVGI is a very warm, soft & subtle saturator. It’s capable of both heavy and subtle harmonic enhancement.”>IVGI is a very warm, soft & subtle saturator. It’s capable of both heavy and subtle harmonic enhancement.
Saturation	Win, Mac	XPressor is primarily a dynamics processor with the ability to add harmonic enhancement in the form of saturation. Whether you want to keep it subtle or drive the signal, XPressor offers ample option for any situation.” data-order=”XPressor is primarily a dynamics processor with the ability to add harmonic enhancement in the form of saturation. Whether you want to keep it subtle or drive the signal, XPressor offers ample option for any situation.”>XPressor is primarily a dynamics processor with the ability to add harmonic enhancement in the form of saturation. Whether you want to keep it subtle or drive the signal, XPressor offers ample options for any situation.
Saturation	Win, Mac	MSaturator is a light tube-saturator that has excellent sound quality. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”MSaturator is a light tube-saturator that has excellent sound quality. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>MSaturator is a light tube-saturator that has excellent sound quality. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Distortion	Win, Mac	Tritik Krush is a wicked free bitcrushing plugin that sounds incredible. It comes in VST, AU & AAX format & is the best free bitcrusher plugin on this list. We liked it so much, we even did a full review you can check out ->Tritik Krush Review” data-order=”Tritik Krush is a wicked free bitcrushing plugin that sounds incredible. It comes in VST, AU & AAX format & is the best free bitcrusher plugin on this list. We liked it so much, we even did a full review you can check out ->Tritik Krush Review“>Tritik Krush is a wicked free bitcrushing plugin that sounds incredible. It comes in VST, AU & AAX format & is the best free bitcrusher plugin on this list. We liked it so much, we even did a full review you can check out ->Tritik Krush Review
Distortion	Win, Mac	Dr Drive is an amazing free vst plugin by, Audiority that models pedal overdrive.” data-order=”Dr Drive is an amazing free vst plugin by, Audiority that models pedal overdrive.”>Dr Drive is an amazing free vst plugin by, Audiority that models pedal overdrive.
Distortion	Win, Mac	Delta Modulator by Xfer Records is a bitcrushing plugin that sounds like the old Nintendo games.” data-order=”Delta Modulator by Xfer Records is a bitcrushing plugin that sounds like the old Nintendo games.”>Delta Modulator by Xfer Records is a bit crushing plugin that sounds like the old Nintendo games.
Distortion	Win, Mac	MBitFun is a unique take on distortion that works by crushing the audio. If you’re looking for an amazing bitcrusher then grab this tool.” data-order=”MBitFun is a unique take on distortion that works by crushing the audio. If you’re looking for an amazing bitcrusher then grab this tool.”>MBitFun is a unique take on distortion that works by crushing the audio. If you’re looking for an amazing bitcrusher then grab this tool.
Distortion	Win, Mac	CamelCrusher is one of our favourite distortion plugins. If you’re looking to add a bit of colour to your track then this is your guy. You can make use of its two distortion tones, by effortlessly blending them to create an array of different textures.” data-order=”CamelCrusher is one of our favourite distortion plugins. If you’re looking to add a bit of colour to your track then this is your guy. You can make use of its two distortion tones, by effortlessly blending them to create an array of different textures.”>CamelCrusher is one of our favorite distortion plugins. If you’re looking to add a bit of color to your track then this is your guy. You can make use of its two distortion tones, by effortlessly blending them to create an array of different textures.
Distortion	Win, Mac	8 Bit Shaper is waveshaping plugin that works by using bit reduction. It’s perfect for smashing any signal up.” data-order=”Xfer Records 8 Bit Shaper is waveshaping plugin that works by using bit reduction. It’s perfect for smashing any signal up.”>Xfer Records 8 Bit Shaper is a waveshaping plugin that works by using bit reduction. It’s perfect for smashing any signal up.
Distortion	Win, Mac	Hysteresis by Glitchmachines is an audio plugin for the modern electronic musician. It’s primarily a delay unit that has an incredible 100 factory presets for you to choose from. If you’re into bending and twisting sound then Hysteresis is for you!” data-order=”Hysteresis by Glitchmachines is an audio plugin for the modern electronic musician. It’s primarily a delay unit that has an incredible 100 factory presets for you to choose from. If you’re into bending and twisting sound then Hysteresis is for you!”>Hysteresis by Glitchmachines is an audio plugin for the modern electronic musician. It’s primarily a delay unit that has an incredible 100 factory presets for you to choose from. If you’re into bending and twisting sound then Hysteresis is for you!
Distortion	Win, Mac	Fracture is a free buffer effect that is made for those robotic, musical malfunctions. Use it on anything from drums to synth lines.” data-order=”Fracture is a free buffer effect that is made for those robotic, musical malfunctions. Use it on anything from drums to synth lines.”>Fracture is a free buffer effect that is made for those robotic, musical malfunctions. Use it on anything from drums to synth lines.
Distortion	Win, Mac	Glitch from DBlue is a fantastic piece of kit if you’re looking to warp and distort your sound electronically. It has built in delays, crushers, modulators, tape stops and so much more for you to play with.” data-order=”Glitch from DBlue is a fantastic piece of kit if you’re looking to warp and distort your sound electronically. It has built in delays, crushers, modulators, tape stops and so much more for you to play with.”>Glitch from DBlue is a fantastic piece of kit if you’re looking to warp and distort your sound electronically. It has built-in delays, crushers, modulators, tape stops and so much more for you to play with.
Distortion	Win, Mac	Temper is a modern take on distortion. It features a unique phase distortion algorithm as well as a rich saturation stage.” data-order=”Temper is a modern take on distortion. It features a unique phase distortion algorithm as well as a rich saturation stage.”>Temper is a modern take on distortion. It features a unique phase distortion algorithm as well as a rich saturation stage.
Distortion	Win, Mac	MWaveFolder is an analog distortion module that has a unique sound. You can use this to completely destruct your sound or for mild enhancement.” data-order=”MWaveFolder is an analog distortion module that has a unique sound. You can use this to completely destruct your sound or for mild enhancement.”>MWaveFolder is an analog distortion module that has a unique sound. You can use this to completely destruct your sound or for mild enhancement.
Limiter	Win, Mac	GClip is a digital clipper. It’s an incredible tool for harsh, digital sounding distortion.” data-order=”GClip is a digital clipper. It’s an incredible tool for harsh, digital sounding distortion.”>GClip is a digital clipper. It’s an incredible tool for harsh, digital-sounding distortion.
Limiter	Win, Mac	FR-LIMIT 87 is an analog style limiter which uses the same engine as Eareckon’s ANALOG87.” data-order=”The FR-LIMIT 87 is an analog style limiter which uses the same engine as Eareckon’s ANALOG87.”>The FR-LIMIT 87 is an analog-style limiter that uses the same engine as Eareckon’s ANALOG87.
Limiter	Win, Mac	ClipShifter is another limiter that is used for clipping audio. It’s clipping capabilities range from hard brickwall to softer saturation and compression.” data-order=”ClipShifter is another limiter that is used for clipping audio. It’s clipping capabilities range from hard brickwall to softer saturation and compression.”>ClipShifter is another limiter that is used for clipping audio. It’s clipping capabilities range from hard brick wall to softer saturation and compression.
Limiter	Win, Mac	The W1 limiter is a god send if you’re looking to save some cash. It’s an identical clone of the Waves L1 limiter with a different interface. You can use this for mastering your tracks & pushing them to commercial volumes.” data-order=”The W1 limiter is a god send if you’re looking to save some cash. It’s an identical clone of the Waves L1 limiter with a different interface. You can use this for mastering your tracks & pushing them to commercial volumes.”>The W1 limiter is a godsend if you’re looking to save some cash. It’s an identical clone of the Waves L1 limiter with a different interface. You can use this for mastering your tracks & pushing them to commercial volumes.
Limiter	Win, Mac	LoudMax is a limiter that is used for the purpose of bringing your masters to commercial volume.” data-order=”LoudMax is a limiter that is used for the purpose of bringing your masters to commercial volume.”>LoudMax is a limiter that is used for the purpose of bringing your masters to commercial volume.
Mastering	Win, Mac	Dimension Expander is the perfect solution to giving your sound a spatial effect.” data-order=”Xfer Records Dimension Expander is the perfect solution to giving your sound a spatial effect.”>Xfer Records Dimension Expander is the perfect solution to giving your sound a spatial effect.
Mastering	Win, Mac	YouLean Loudness meter helps you find the true perceived loudness of your track. It’s great for checking your final masters.” data-order=”YouLean Loudness meter helps you find the true perceived loudness of your track. It’s great for checking your final masters.”>YouLean Loudness meter helps you find the true perceived loudness of your track. It’s great for checking your final masters.
Mastering	Win, Mac	La Petite Excite is a free VST plugin that is great for brightening mixes, hats & more. Check it out!” data-order=”La Petite Excite is a free VST plugin that is great for brightening mixes, hats & more. Check it out!”>La Petite Excite is a free VST plugin that is great for brightening mixes, hats & more. Check it out!
Pitch	Win, Mac	MAutoPitch plugin is great if you’re looking to get samples or vocals in the right key of your track. It’s a pitch correction plugin that works on making your audio more in-tune and also offers some stereo expansion effects.” data-order=”The MAutoPitch plugin is great if you’re looking to get samples or vocals in the right key of your track. It’s a pitch correction plugin that works on making your audio more in-tune and also offers some stereo expansion effects.”>The MAutoPitch plugin is great if you’re looking to get samples or vocals in the right key of your track. It’s a pitch correction plugin that works on making your audio more in-tune and also offers some stereo expansion effects.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Acid Machine Beta is predominantly used to create acid basses and drums. If you’re into your acid house then this is the all in one solution to your drums and acid basses.” data-order=”Acid Machine Beta is predominantly used to create acid basses and drums. If you’re into your acid house then this is the all in one solution to your drums and acid basses.”>Acid Machine Beta is predominantly used to create acid basses and drums. If you’re into your acid house then this is the all-in-one solution to your drums and acid basses.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	ESL-110 by Electronik Sound Lab is an incredible emulation of the classic Boss DR-110. If you don’t feel like shelling out for hardware, then check this bad boy out.” data-order=”The ESL-110 by Electronik Sound Lab is an incredible emulation of the classic Boss DR-110. If you don’t feel like shelling out for hardware, then check this bad boy out.”>The ESL-110 by Electronik Sound Lab is an incredible emulation of the classic Boss DR-110. If you don’t feel like shelling out for hardware, then check this bad boy out.
Drum VST	Mac	MiniSpillage is AudioSpillage’s solution to a compact drum synthesiser. It uses a subtractive synthesis model to create its huge drum sounds.” data-order=”MiniSpillage is AudioSpillage’s solution to a compact drum synthesiser. It uses a subtractive synthesis model to create its huge drum sounds.”>MiniSpillage is AudioSpillage’s solution to a compact drum synthesizer. It uses a subtractive synthesis model to create its huge drum sounds.
Drum VST	Windows	Sitla by Decomposer is a free drum plugin that has a beautiful interface and takes simplicity to the next level. It has 16 assignable pads and only 6 controls to ensure that you can dial your groove in as fast as possible.” data-order=”Sitla by Decomposer is a free drum plugin that has a beautiful interface and takes simplicity to the next level. It has 16 assignable pads and only 6 controls to ensure that you can dial your groove in as fast as possible.”>Sitla by Decomposer is a free drum plugin that has a beautiful interface and takes simplicity to the next level. It has 16 assignable pads and only 6 controls to ensure that you can dial your groove in as fast as possible.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	DrumTroop by Dub Turbo is a 16 pad drum machine that has even bigger sounds. DrumTroop comes shipped with tonnes of sounds and pre-made kits so you can spend more time on the important stuff.” data-order=”DrumTroop by Dub Turbo is a 16 pad drum machine that has even bigger sounds. DrumTroop comes shipped with tonnes of sounds and pre-made kits so you can spend more time on the important stuff.”>DrumTroop by Dub Turbo is a 16 pad drum machine that has even bigger sounds. DrumTroop comes shipped with tonnes of sounds and pre-made kits so you can spend more time on the important stuff.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	MDrummer by Melda is the ultimate drum machine and virtual drummer. Head over to their website to grab their lite version for free!” data-order=”MDrummer by Melda is the ultimate drum machine and virtual drummer. Head over to their website to grab their lite version for free!”>MDrummer by Melda is the ultimate drum machine and virtual drummer. Head over to their website to grab their lite version for free!
Drum VST	Win, Mac	T-Rex 1982 by Max Project is a rhythm machine that focusses on adding a retro touch to your sound. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”T-Rex 1982 by Max Project is a rhythm machine that focusses on adding a retro touch to your sound. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>T-Rex 1982 by Max Project is a rhythm machine that focuses on adding a retro touch to your sound. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	MT Power Drum Kit is a free drum sampler that offers high power, quality sounds that emulate a real acoustic drum kit.” data-order=”MT Power Drum Kit is a free drum sampler that offers high power, quality sounds that emulate a real acoustic drum kit.”>MT Power Drum Kit is a free drum sampler that offers high-power, quality sounds that emulate a real acoustic drum kit.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Vintage Drum Elements is a virtual drum machine that replicates the sounds of the original Yamaha RX-5. This drum kit is the perfect companion for that retro sound.” data-order=”Vintage Drum Elements is a virtual drum machine that replicates the sounds of the original Yamaha RX-5. This drum kit is the perfect companion for that retro sound.”>Vintage Drum Elements is a virtual drum machine that replicates the sounds of the original Yamaha RX-5. This drum kit is the perfect companion for that retro sound.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Sean Pandy Drums is a free VST sampler that makes it easy for you to add huge drums to your tracks.” data-order=”Sean Pandy Drums is a free VST sampler that makes it easy for you to add huge drums to your tracks.”>Sean Pandy Drums is a free VST sampler that makes it easy for you to add huge drums to your tracks.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	SSD5 is a fully fledged acoustic drum kit. The free version is available on their website. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.” data-order=”Steven Slate Drums SSD5 is a fully fledged acoustic drum kit. The free version is available on their website. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.”>Steven Slate Drums SSD5 is a fully-fledged acoustic drum kit. The free version is available on their website. A great addition to your collection of free VST plugins.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Drum Pro is a drum kit VST that is designed for the modern producer. It comes with 20 kits that are great for RnB, Trap, Hip Hop & more.” data-order=”Drum Pro is a drum kit VST that is designed for the modern producer. It comes with 20 kits that are great for RnB, Trap, Hip Hop & more.”>Drum Pro is a drum kit VST that is designed for the modern producer. It comes with 20 kits that are great for RnB, Trap, Hip Hop & more.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	KickMaker is a synthesiser that has been designed specifically for the creation of kick drums. It has 4 oscillators and a variety of awesome FX.” data-order=”KickMaker is a synthesiser that has been designed specifically for the creation of kick drums. It has 4 oscillators and a variety of awesome FX.”>KickMaker is a synthesizer that has been designed specifically for the creation of kick drums. It has 4 oscillators and a variety of awesome FX.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	JM-1 is a free drum VST by Jun’s Factory. It’s a great virtual replica of the famous LM-1 drum machine.” data-order=”JM-1 is a free drum VST by Jun’s Factory. It’s a great virtual replica of the famous LM-1 drum machine.”>JM-1 is a free drum VST by Jun’s Factory. It’s a great virtual replica of the famous LM-1 drum machine.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	T-Rex 606 is a rompler of the classic 606 drum sound we all know and love. It’s one of our favourite free VST plugins on the list.” data-order=”T-Rex 606 is a rompler of the classic 606 drum sound we all know and love. It’s one of our favourite free VST plugins on the list.”>T-Rex 606 is a rompler of the classic 606 drum sound we all know and love. It’s one of our favorite free VST plugins on the list.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Ample Percussion have sampled the beautiful tones of a hangpan and boxed it up into a free VST for you.” data-order=”Ample Percussion have sampled the beautiful tones of a hangpan and boxed it up into a free VST for you.”>Ample Percussion has sampled the beautiful tones of a hangpan and boxed it up into a free VST for you.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	SequenceAir is another powerhouse plugin from Full Bucket. It’s a step sequencer that has 16 steps and is extremely easy on the CPU.” data-order=”SequenceAir is another powerhouse plugin from Full Bucket. It’s a step sequencer that has 16 steps and is extremely easy on the CPU.”>SequenceAir is another powerhouse plugin from Full Bucket. It’s a step sequencer that has 16 steps and is extremely easy on the CPU.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Daf is an incredibly unique free drum VST. It’s a sampled Persian drum frame that’ll give your track some eastern vibes.” data-order=”Daf is an incredibly unique free drum VST. It’s a sampled Persian drum frame that’ll give your track some eastern vibes.”>Daf is an incredibly unique free drum VST. It’s a sampled Persian drum frame that’ll give your track some eastern vibes.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Royotoms is a great sample set of rototoms. They’re tuned to play the famous "time" song by Pink Floyd.” data-order=”Royotoms is a great sample set of rototoms. They’re tuned to play the famous "time" song by Pink Floyd.”>Royotoms is a great sample set of rototoms. They’re tuned to play the famous “time” song by Pink Floyd.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Loop Generator is really cool if you’re stuck finding a groove. You can simply pull your samples in and randomise their locations.” data-order=”Black Magic’s Loop Generator is really cool if you’re stuck finding a groove. You can simply pull your samples in and randomise their locations.”>Black Magic’s Loop Generator is really cool if you’re stuck finding a groove. You can simply pull your samples in and randomize their locations.
Drum VST	Windows	Drum Modules is a free VST drum machine that hosts 4 drum modules.” data-order=”Drum Modules is a free VST drum machine that hosts 4 drum modules.”>Drum Modules is a free VST drum machine that hosts 4 drum modules.
Drum VST	Windows	techno toms is now also your thing. With 512 tom sounds from various drum machines & keyboards, this free VST synth is best for genres like: Techno, Tech-House, Electro & more.” data-order=”If techno is your thing, techno toms is now also your thing. With 512 tom sounds from various drum machines & keyboards, this free VST synth is best for genres like: Techno, Tech-House, Electro & more.”>If techno is your thing, techno toms is now also your thing. With 512 tom sounds from various drum machines & keyboards, this free VST synth is best for genres like: Techno, Tech-House, Electro & more.
Drum VST	Windows	KickOne is exactly what you think it is: a beefy kick drum synth. It has 1 oscillator that allows you to edit the waves by drawing + a whole load more effects to make your kick the phattest about.” data-order=”KickOne is exactly what you think it is: a beefy kick drum synth. It has 1 oscillator that allows you to edit the waves by drawing + a whole load more effects to make your kick the phattest about.”>KickOne is exactly what you think it is: a beefy kick drum synth. It has 1 oscillator that allows you to edit the waves by drawing + a whole load more effects to make your kick the phattest about.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	808. This free synth VST contains 10 ready to use presets that will bring that grit & rumble to your projects” data-order=”Calling all Trap makers, Beatmaker have just release a synth for you called: 808. This free synth VST contains 10 ready to use presets that will bring that grit & rumble to your projects”>Calling all Trap makers, Beatmaker has just released a synth for you called: 808. This free synth VST contains 10 ready to use presets that will bring that grit & rumble to your projects
Drum VST	Win, Mac	TR-808 drum machine, but couldn’t afford it? Well this could be your answer. Remastered TR-808 is exactly what it says it is, a TR-808, but in digital format.” data-order=”Ever wanted a Roland TR-808 drum machine, but couldn’t afford it? Well this could be your answer. Remastered TR-808 is exactly what it says it is, a TR-808, but in digital format.”>Ever wanted a Roland TR-808 drum machine, but couldn’t afford it? Well, this could be your answer. Remastered TR-808 is exactly what it says it is, a TR-808, but in digital format.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Acoustic Indian Dhol VST is an instrument that’s based off the leather Dhol drum from India.” data-order=”Bollywood here we come. Acoustic Indian Dhol VST is an instrument that’s based off the leather Dhol drum from India.”>Bollywood here we come. Acoustic Indian Dhol VST is an instrument that’s based on the leather Dhol drum from India.
Drum VST	Windows	Transistor Drums is a small, sample based VST that packs a punch.” data-order=”Transistor Drums is a small, sample based VST that packs a punch.”>Transistor Drums is a small, sample-based VST that packs a punch.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	SL Drums 3 is an easy to use drum machine by Beatmaker. It has the ability to route each channel of the drum rack to separate channels in your DAW for individual processing.” data-order=”SL Drums 3 is an easy to use drum machine by Beatmaker. It has the ability to route each channel of the drum rack to separate channels in your DAW for individual processing.”>SL Drums 3 is an easy-to-use drum machine by Beatmaker. It has the ability to route each channel of the drum rack to separate channels in your DAW for individual processing.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Chau Gongs is an incredible selection of Chinese traditional, orchestral percussion. This works really well for creating cinematic FX.” data-order=”Chau Gongs is an incredible selection of Chinese traditional, orchestral percussion. This works really well for creating cinematic FX.”>Chau Gongs is an incredible selection of Chinese traditional, orchestral percussion. This works really well for creating cinematic FX.
Drum VST	Win, Mac	Agressive Drums is a fairly unknown free drum VST instrument by Audio Animals. It’s a sampler that holds various, reprocessed live drum samples that have been run through lofi signal chains” data-order=”Agressive Drums is a fairly unknown free drum VST instrument by Audio Animals. It’s a sampler that holds various, reprocessed live drum samples that have been run through lofi signal chains”>Agressive Drums is a fairly unknown free drum VST instrument by Audio Animals. It’s a sampler that holds various, reprocessed live drum samples that have been run through lofi signal chains
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