Utility

Automathico

Automathico is a free studio tools VST plugin developed by SirSickSik. Compatible OS(s): Windows 64b.

The Automathico is a MIDI note generator based on looped mathematical calculations.

It’s mainly build up from 3 parts:

A fairly small knob-automation recorder which lets you internally automate knob adjustments, a bit bigger part is saved for the rhythmic section and the main part of the display is saved for knobs and selectors for the 6 (almost) identical sequencers.

Two sequencers are for the main base (stable en-harmonic and chord (offset from en-harmonic scaled into the right scale and key).

The other four are for two separate sequencers for both pitch and velocity, so two different patterns can be created together following the same structure (enharmonics and chords).

These 6 sequencers are based on a sample&hold loop in which a series of mathematical calculations are put over the looping values. First a waveshaper, then a parabolic function and finally a math-algorithm like sine, tanh, power, square root. The sequencers all have their own clock-divider and sync-option to enforce recurring patterns and next to this the pitch and velocity sequencers have an extra feed option which allows to feed a value of another sequencer into it’s loop via modulating math-functions. As last there is a dedicated LFO for each of the 6 sequencers to modulate one of the parameters, which, in different combinations can yield very interesting results as patterns evolve.

The rhythmic and melodic sections work together to assign the current pitch and velocity values to the note generators in arp-mode. When the switch is down, depending on whether the pitch-sequencer is playing between 0-25%, 25-50%, 50-75% or 75-100%, the most right, middle-left, middle-right, most right midi-note generators respectively will be triggered. As each of these can send on a different MIDI channel, each keyboard-range can be played by a different external synthesizer or sampler (VSTi or hardware).

Together this creates a very dynamic sequencer which can change the mood and rhythm with a single turn of a knob (if you turn the right knob for that of course).

You can use it to control both VSTi or hardware synthesizers or samplers (depending on the MIDI-routing capabilities of your MIDIhost, Cubase and Fruity Loops are for example known to do the job).

For more information, explanation, help and tips&tricks, download the zip and check the help-file.

Next to that, just have fun with it! My pleasure is making music and if I can share that pleasure, I am happy.

(P.S. Below in the comments there is a link to a 16-VST pack with my latest plugins, two which I made to combine with automathico to be able to easier route MIDI channels to different VSTi. The rest I added as these were too big to go directly to my free-VST thread and I wanted these be uploaded anyway)

http://www.synthforum.nl/forums/showthread.php?t=148955

Automap

Automap is a free audio and studio utility VST, VST3, Audio Unit, RTAS plugin developed by Novation. Compatible OS(s): Windows 64b, macOS.

Automap is free software that comes with all Novation controllers. It gives you instant access to your DAW and plug-ins so you can get hands-on control of your music software. It features a software edit page that graphically shows what is assigned to which knob, fader or button on the hardware. Automap 4 has a re-designed GUI and now features a notification system that pops up in the corner of your monitor to tell you what you are controlling when you move a knob, slider or button.

Automap 4 was launched with Novation’s new Impulse controller keyboard range in Summer 2011. The v4.1 update now enables Novation’s top of the range SL MkII controllers to work with Automap 4 for instant assignment and convenient control. Other Novation controllers and keyboards are now also compatible with Automap 4 including: Nocturn, Launchpad, UltraNova, ReMOTE SL, Nocturn Keyboard and the SL Compact.

Automap is the original music software control technology. It was launched in 2006 and has evolved over the years with significant workflow improvements. Automap 4 is simple to set up and start using right away, and gives you unparalleled control over your DAW and plug-in instruments/effects.

http://www.novationmusic.com/

Audio ToolKit

Audio ToolKit is a free studio tools plugin developed by Matthieu Brucher. Compatible OS(s): Windows, macOS.

Audio ToolKit is a BSD-licensed library allowing to create an audio processing pipeline.

By creating filters and assembling them, you can achieve any processing you want in an efficient and reliable way.

Feel free to test the library, to enhance it by making pull requests with new features on github.

http://www.audio-tk.com/

AudaVid

AudaVid is a free audio editor and studio tools plugin developed by VidPlayVST.com. Compatible OS(s): Windows .

AudaVid: Audacity(R) audio editor with synchronised video playback.

AudaVid is a customised software build of the Audacity(R) audio editor. It provides synchronised video playback using a modified version of the VidPlayVST DAW plug-in. AudaVid is used by media producers composing audio material in sync with video.

The application runs in Microsoft Windows and uses FFmpeg, which is an Open Source library of tools for working with video and audio data in multiple formats. It is able to open and play video files in any format supported by FFmpeg.

Features:

Facility to pick out a specific cue from a longer video reel.

Loop mode, which can be useful for live performance or rolling presentations.

The viewport window is resizable and, optionally, the video may be viewed in a detached window or full screen.

Video may be viewed at its original aspect ratio or scaled to fit a chosen window size.

Plays the soundtrack if present within the video file, or it can be muted.

Option to display SMPTE timecode.

https://vidplayvst.com/

AU-300

AU-300 is a free midi controller Audio Unit plugin developed by tOSC. Compatible OS(s): macOS.

AU-300 is an Audio Unit Plug-in-based MIDI-Programmer for some famous Japanese synths from the Mid-’80s. It brings the modern DAW based working process together with the analogue sound of the Roland Alpha Juno Family.

Features:

Load it in your AU-Host and control the Alpha Juno or MKS-50 just like using a softsynth.

All settings are saved in the project file (and restored on load).

All parameters can be modulated and automation curves can be drawn.

You can save and restore .aupresets files and manage them on your computer.

If your Host is supporting MIDI learn, map your controller to it. This is usually only possible with Sysex-capable controllers.

http://www.au300.de/

ARPocalypse

ARPocalypse is a free studio tools VST plugin developed by Wiz. Compatible OS(s): Windows 64b.

ARPocalypse is a 6 note, 8 step matrix pattern generator. Taking a MIDI input it outputs the notes of the chord in a rhythmic sequence defined by the user – with the output notes, velocity, gate time, swing and legato programmable for each step.

http://www.wiz.nildram.co.uk/ARPocalypse/

Arpado

Arpado is a free studio tools plugin developed by Arpado Software. Compatible OS(s): Windows, macOS, Linux.

Arpado is designed to add pure music theory to performances and help a user create melodies and rhythms with just a few steps, while setting them free to focus on other areas of their production process.

It can orchestrate many instruments at once from a single interface. It features a Gate Step, with an array of Chords and Scales that can be used with its original Progressive Sequencer.

It also adds advanced sequencing capabilities to any software or hardware synthesizers; it can work as a central MIDI controller device or be used as a MIDI Looper with a generative approach.

Features:

Control many instruments and accompaniments from a single keyboard.

Device Chain.

Apply Conditional Barriers to Input and Output notes.

Forward input to other instruments.

Humanize the Velocity levels.

Latch Mode.

Randomize your arpeggios.

Use a different time signature on each accompaniment.

Transpose octaves in simple or scattered modes.

Plenty of chords and scales to choose from.

Full harmony for all your gear.

Record your live performance, export it to MIDI and play with your favorite DAW or Sequencer.

Progressive Rhythms, Melodies and Arpeggios.

Build Melodies and Loops that change over the cycles.

Add Progressions (I, II, III, IV, etc) and feel the harmonies scale.

An infinite set of combinations at your disposal.

And way more…

https://arpado.site

arp4midi

arp4midi is a free studio tools VST plugin developed by xoxos. Compatible OS(s): Windows.

arp4MIDI combines Chris Kerry’s arpeggiator with contemporary synchronization functions, adding gate offset (e.g. early or late) host position based sync, and “lobster” (“humanize”) functions. arp4MIDI includes arpeggiate and phrase modes and a 16 step sequencer assignable to gate or arpeggiator step.

arp4MIDI is included when you purchase Talent.

https://www.kvraudio.com/developer/xoxos

Armchair Guitarist

Armchair Guitarist is a free midi controller VST plugin developed by Mike Norrish. Compatible OS(s): Windows.

Armchair Guitarist is a VSTi plug-in that allows a standard guitar controller for the XBox 360, PC or Playstation 3 to be used as a MIDI input.

By using only the controls on the controller itself, the user can change the position of the controller’s fret buttons to cover any group of five notes on the finger board of a virtual guitar. Notes can either be played instantly with the fret buttons, or strummed with the fret buttons and strum bar.

Users can also bend notes up or down in pitch using the whammy bar, and flip the string order of the virtual instrument to match their own play style.

Armchair Guitarist is compatible with a wide range of hosts, including Cubase, Ableton Live, Reaper and Energy XT.

http://www.armchairguitarist.com/

Aquarius

Aquarius is a free studio tools plugin developed by Acustica Audio. Compatible OS(s): Windows, macOS.

Acustica Audio is pleased to present our new authorization tool Aquarius!

The purpose of Aquarius is to simplify the installation, authorization and update processes for your purchased Acustica products. Planned regular further updates will deliver a wide variety of new useful to the user futures within Aquarius.

Aquarius is available for both Windows and Mac OS X.

Note: You will need a working Internet connection in order to run the application successfully. Off-line mode will be available in the future.

Main Aquarius features:

• Product download – including resume function (incremental download) and checksum data integrity validation system. The download system is based on multiple online storage providers for maximum reliability and download bandwidth.
• Product installation and authorization. One click download/install and automatic authorization makes it for an easy setup of your system.
• ‘Update’, ‘Auto-update’ and ‘Update all’ functionality. At Acustica we are proud to put effort in constant research and development and core engine optimizations. This means that users benefit from constantly updating to the latest version of our software. The auto-update and update all features helps the user to stay on top of this.
• ‘Uninstall’ functionality. Aquarius can uninstall any product installed with it. In this process it takes care to remove all unnecessary files that take valuable space on your drive.
• Economic updates functionality. The most frequent engine/core updates, which are not related to alternations of the vector files database (impulse responses and other vectors), do not require the download of the entire plug-in. Such updates are usually small in size and and fast to download.
• Product downgrade option. For maximum backwards compatibility we have given the user the ability to downgrade to any commercially released version of our plug-ins.
• Corrupted files product rebuild/repair system included.
• Shareable download folder (‘Stage area’) for staying organized and saving some of that hard disk space. The stage area allows the user to store at a chosen location the installations files of our products. This folder then could become an instillation resource for other computers or for different operating systems located on the same computer.

About Acustica Audio:
Acustica Audio as a company is active both in the field of information technology (IT) and audio engineering. Within the world of audio the company’s goal is to provide both the most authentic reproduction of vintage and other high-end audio gear, and the development of new original hybrid processors – all based on sampling.

Over the years Acustica Audio has become well known for its audio plug-ins, which are based on unique for the market non-linear Vectorial Volterra Kernels technology. An analogy could be drawn between an audio sampler (an electronic musical instrument able to capture and reproduce audio samples) and our proprietary plug-in engine, which allows for based on sampling modelling of various audio processors and systems, such as: EQs, filters, circuit distortions, compressors, expanders, reverbs, echoes, flangers, loudspeakers, clippers, etc.

About Nebula and Acqua Effect plug-ins:
Nebula is Acustica AudioÕs sampler plug-in able to load external sample libraries of various sound processors. An Acqua is a stand-alone plug-in based on skinned collection of Nebula libraries with added routing and control functionalities. Aquas are developed by combining one or more Nebula’s instances. This process called ÕparametrizationÕ is achieved by using script languages proprietary to Acustica Audio and does not require external tools or compilers.

http://www.acustica-audio.com/