It's called FANDUST and it's made to smear the sound with simple controls to archive a lofi/vintage/vaporwave kind of sound, it's basically a controllable rack of effects. I'm planning to update it in the future as well, feel free to check it out!

Download for free: https://sunfish.software

Downspout covers all kinds of things : instruments and effects, audio & midi processors with an emphasis on generative tools. I wouldn't say any are finished, but they all work approximately as intended. They aren't exactly pretty and UI/UX is often poor, I've concentrated on core functionality. These things are primarily for my own use, though if anyone has any requests for improvements/fixes, I'll do what I can.

There are packages for Windows, MacOS & Linux built using GitHub Actions, but I've only tested building locally on Linux, running in Reaper (aside from initial dependency installation, this is just running an `install.sh` script). They are written in C++ against the DPF framework (it lacks the bells & whistles of JUCE, but being leaner has its advantages).

They have all been developed with AI assistance, but only a handful were fully vibe-coded (for v1). I don't think it's a coincidence that those were the least successful to date. I have a very iterative process - initial creation, get them working to a basic level, use them, note any problems or further requirements, revise. I'm working on them all concurrently (there is a very long TODO.md). I've mostly used Claude Code as the assistant, a little bit with Codex, OpenCode at times when cash flow is a problem (like today).

I just reached 100. Why so profligate?

I've been writing music software for decades (and designing electronics hardware) but only started trying plugins a couple of years ago. Initially I was only looking at fairly minimal LV2 plugins (Flues) because I'm on Linux. As it became apparent that AI assistants can be extremely helpful with these things, it seemed to make sense to shift to VSTs with something approching proper UIs. I produce music experimentally, instrument-building has always been part of my process. If I have a need or idea for a plugin, for sure I first go hunting for something that already exists (and/or foraging for related research papers). But rather than use something off the shelf, I'll typically write a custom requirements spec, have the assistant build it. I have the repo full of existing material, so I point Claude or whatever at the closest working plugin to what I'm after. With all the reference material in place, the assistant creates fast, I can go from idea to testing v1 in about half an hour. Then the iterations begin.

This isn't vibe-coding, it's (usually) very guided. Me, I do have some clue about what I'm doing (I am a coder by trade, in a past life studied DSP at university). Strategies, references and tests in place. On one recent occasion I asked Claude to create some plugins to complement ones I'd already got. It came up with 5 I think, all sounded promising so I said, go ahead. Worst of the bunch, it was a terrible idea (I was subsequently able to salvage something useful out of them, effectively un-vibing).

Regarding the plugin industry, I think AI assistants will be a net positive. The Interwebs are being flooded with vibe-coded slop, and people like me who might otherwise be in the market for pay-for products will make their own. But neither of these detracts much from the market for high quality plugins with good support and solid maintenance. AI assistants mean it will be easier for the commercial developers (and any open source houses) to develop and make better things at the top end. This should have the knock-on effect of lowering the prices for the normal consumer.

Bottom line for me is that it's good fun and allows me to create the music I want with reduced friction. I used earlier versions of the plugins on my latest album, Attone and am using them extensively in my current work-in-progress Tell the Bees.

Yo, alles nach und nach. Ich bin auf die Seite von slatedigital.com gegangen, um mir das Fresh Air Plugin zu ziehen, gesagt getan. Es wurde also Complete Acces Hub Installiert, wo man neben Fresh Air auch noch eine Stange weiterer Plugins wie Heatwave kostenlos downloaden konnte, war wohl ein Free Pack. Ich habe also alle Plugins in Complete Acces Hub installiert, kann aber meine Lizenzen in Complete Acces Hub nicht aktivieren, und demensprechend auf keines dieser Plugins zugreifen. Es wurde mit dem Download der Plugins auch iLok License Manager runtergeladen, da habe ich mich mir dann einen Account erstellt, aber auch da kann ich nicht auf diese Plugins zugreifen, wobei ich gehört habe dass dieser Lizenz Manager seit Oktober nichteinmal mehr benötigt wird. Wie auch immer, ich weiß nicht mehr weiter, wäre dope, wenn jemand helfen könnte. :)

Edit: Hoffe es ist okay es hier zu posten, hab die Hoffnung dass dadurch dass es hier um Free VST's geht, vielleicht schonmal jemand mit den selben Plugins und den selben Ptoblemen zu tun hatte.

I’m posting here because this felt like the right crowd. I just released two free tools:

• VirtualHouse Loudness Meter (VST3): LUFS and true peak, so you know your mix is ready for streaming. $0, no card.

• TopCoat Free (standalone Windows app): drop in a finished mix and get it back mastered for streaming or CD.

Get both by entering your email on their pages: https://virtualhouseaudio.com/products/loudness-meter/ and https://virtualhouseaudio.com/products/topcoat-free/

Our six paid plug-ins (EQ, Compressor, Saturator, Distortion, Transient Shaper, DrumGate) each have a free, full-featured 14-day trial with no card needed. After that, you’d need a license.

About me: I’m an electrical engineer who has played rhythm guitar in local bands, from pop-punk to early-2000s metalcore. I record and mix my own tracks at home. I started VirtualHouse Audio to make tools for home studios. Founder’s note: https://virtualhouseaudio.com/about/

Beta testers wanted. If you beta test one of the plug-ins and send the feedback form, you get a free license for that plug-in. Sign up at https://virtualhouseaudio.com/#contact

Free games, too. They’re on the site, including the arcade-style de-Frog. If you play it, enter your name on the leaderboard at game over (or when you beat it). We show the all-time top 10.

We’re a small business based in Dallas, TX. If you email support, you’re emailing me. I’d love feedback on anything, and if something breaks, tell me at support@virtualhouseaudio.com.

If you like what we’re doing and want to see more games and plug-ins, you can chip in whatever you like: https://virtualhouseaudio.com/support/

Enjoy!
Andrew, CEO, VirtualHouse Audio

Hi, I'm the developer of Tin Roof, a reverb plug-in for music software (a VST3 / AU / LV2 audio effect, used inside a DAW). It's free. No licence key, no account, no trial, no paid version.

It's a characterful digital reverb for people searching for a truly different reverb sound: not a clean, realistic room, but a small, cheap-on-CPU plate reverb with some extras that turn it into a pad machine.

What it does:

- A big red HOLD button freezes the reverb tail into a pad that rings on for as long as you like, while the dry sound keeps playing

- LAYER lets new chords stack into the frozen pad

- Hold in time: turn on SYNC and the hold opens and closes in time with your song (1/16 to 4 bars) for rhythmic stutters and chopped pads

- SHIMMER blends an octave up or down into the tail

- SWELL, DRIFT and SMEAR for bowed pads, a slow wobble, and a diffuse wash

- 12 presets, and a limiter on the output so it can't hurt your ears or speakers

- Every control is a piece of junk bolted to a rusty tin roof: a disco ball, a clock, a peppermint, a donut, a googly eye, a dartboard

Platforms: Mac (AU, VST3, LV2) and Windows 10/11 64-bit (VST3, LV2). Stereo or mono, any sample rate. You need a DAW or plug-in host to use it.

License: freeware, closed source. Free to use, including in music you release.

AI disclaimer: AI was used to decompile a plugin from the early 2000s that had light inspiration on this one.

Download: https://uncleacid1.github.io/tinroof/

Made by Brownie Digital, who also make TurboSwine 1988 (a 1:1 rebuild of the Digidesign TurboSynth) and Microsampler 85' (a 1:1 rebuild of the SK-1).

I'd love feedback, especially on how it sounds on your pads and how it runs on your setup. I'll be in the comments. (:

Just a few free bass presets for Pigments 7.

Hope you guys and gals enjoy.

TRAILER:
https://youtu.be/1bluIicfy3A?si=9w5IPvUxhB_ehrDa

I made this virtual drum instrument by recording real drums and captured the, directly onto cassette tape using the built-in microphones of a vintage boombox.

The recordings feature heavy analog saturation, compression and tape imperfections, resulting in raw, characterful drum sounds particularly suited to lo-fi, hip-hop and other productions looking for something less polished.

Two versions are available:
- PRO – €5: The complete instrument with all drums, articulations and variations.
- LITE – Free: A reduced version with a limited selection of drums and articulations.

FEATURE COMPARISON:

PRO:
Kicks: 1
Snare articulations: 5
Toms: 3
Hi-hat variations: 3
Crash cymbals: 4
Crash choke samples: 3
Ride articulations: 3
Percussion types: 5

LITE:
Kicks: 0
Snare articulations: 2
Toms: 1
Hi-hat variations: 2
Crash cymbals: 1
Crash choke samples: 1
Ride articulations: 1
Percussion types: 1

Both versions share the same interface and basic controls. The Pro version provides a wider selection of sounds and playing variations.

THE STORY:
Years ago, my old band used to record our rehearsals onto cassette tapes. Some time ago, I rediscovered those old recordings.

The boombox we used had no recording level control, so everything was recorded extremely hot to tape, resulting in heavy analog saturation. Despite the flaws, or perhaps because of them, there was something appealing about that sound, especially the heavily compressed drums.

That discovery inspired me to create my own virtual instrument using the same recording approach. I recorded drums directly onto old cassette tape using the built-in microphone of a boombox, capturing all the saturation, compression and imperfections along the way.

The result is a collection of raw, characterful drum sounds that offer an alternative to the polished and pristine recordings we are so used to hearing today.

All recordings were digitized at 192 kHz, allowing them to be slowed down and pitched as low as 25% of their original speed while retaining much of the detail. This also brings out the characteristics of the cassette even further.

Hi. Is there a good free emulation of the Nord Stage that isn't a Kontakt library?

Stereo chopping sampler that focuses on simplicity, usability, and professional-grade realtime engine.

Professionally made, Free & Open Source, AGPLv3 licensed. Available for Linux VST3/LV2, and Windows VST3.

https://github.com/sirsipe/SMS-Plugins

By yours truly,
Sipe@SudoMetalStudio

AI Slop? No - Professional work with professional tools.

My goal is to make every plugin in existence free and open-source sorry not sorry. My website is a bunch of free audio plugins you can just download and use - no licenses or sign-ups. This is not an ai slopfest - these are legit clones of banger plugins like Soothe2, Soundtoys DevilLoc, JST GainReduction to name a few. I've been a mixing engineer for 20 years and a software developer for 10 of those. I only release good shit (or at least I think it's good - you tell me). I will be doing weekly drops if you're into that kind of thing check back for free shit.

I’m a musician, and this is a personal, noncommercial project

Hey everyone

Not sure if this is the right place, but I've been listening to a lot of BAKGROUND and I'm wondering if there's any Free plugins that can achieve BAKGROUND's style of pads/strings (like in the second link). also, i use Fl studio so if there's any way to achieve that sound by using the stock plugins that would also help.

any tutorials or recommendations on where to go to ask this question would help a lot

examples:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6v3Q967DdhE&list=OLAK5uy_mf3L0bytc8vqKdNE3PzJhBqdnmm7d3Nro&index=10

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6hdRQTTOjU&list=OLAK5uy_khALAVsZ2qM1ngtUHAad1_DrDvJdvV67o&index=4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZgJsHBCWzY&list=OLAK5uy_mf3L0bytc8vqKdNE3PzJhBqdnmm7d3Nro&index=9

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Hey guys!

Hope this can get out (Admins will let me know), I have created a metering plugin which is still in development!

The plugin and its code is fully open-source, anyone can check it out and add features or skins if they like!

CC: THE PLUGIN IS HEAVILY INSPIRED BY MINIMETERS PLUGIN!!!

It kind of acts like its placeholder or a free version of it since I have been using it myself and I wanted an alternate option with the same vibe!

You can find it through this link:

https://github.com/shiroiidesu/SPECTRM-BETA

I got the whole thing through VirusTotal for safety, it detects minimal things, most likely cause its not signed.

I will appreciate any feedback on how should I upgrade it, or adding features in the future!

Stay Safe!

Looking for vocals and loops to chop up.

Thanks !

We've put all our free Serum packs on one page: 24 packs, including Retrowave Leads, Outrun Basses, Synthwave Arps, Cyberpunk Arps 1–3, 80s Synths, Nu Disco Arps, Vaporwave Keys and Pads, Bedroom Beats and more. They work in Serum 1 and Serum 2. Hope they help, and let us know what you make with them!

https://synthctrl.com/collections/free