Chiptune Synth Vst Free
A free synth sound module from the legendary hardware sampler makers. It’s a slimmed-down version of their Emulator X3, and can load any sounds from the Emulator X library. Did you like the sound track to the original video game DOOM?? Geek fact – the chip used to create the soundtrack was a Yamaha YMF262 FM synthesis chip. This synth is a VST version of that chip. Perfect for all you Japanese Chiptune heads! The source code is also available on GitHub if you want to hack it.
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As promised, this follow-up to the 10 Best Free VST Plugins list (that is, just effects and processors) is all about synths.
Some of these synths are early projects from designers who have gone on to work for larger companies making some of the most high-profile VST instruments; others are passion projects from solo sonic adventurers who simply want to share their skills with the music-making community. And some are simply streamlined versions of commercial synths.
But what these VST synths have in common, other than price, is that they all have a fantastic sound and great tone-shaping features. You can load them up in your DAW right now and give any of them a spin in your next production. You won’t be disappointed!
1. u-he TyrellN6
Similar design to the classic Roland Juno 60, and awesomely named after the rogue replicants in Blade Runner…
Available for PC and Mac. More info and download link here.
2. Green Oak Crystal
Created by Glenn Olander, who went on to design Spectrasonics Omnisphere and Stylus RMX. No slouch then…
Available for PC and Mac. More info and downloads here. There’s also an iPad/iPhone version, available here.
3. Togu Audio Line TAL-NoiseMaker
A great synth from the guys who brought us the TAL-Effects bundle I mentioned previously. Well worth a look.
Available for PC and Mac. More info and download here.
4. Ichiro Toda Synth1
This synth is modelled on the modern classic Clavia Nord Lead 2 Red Synth… Nuff said really :)
Available for PC and Mac. More info (translated from the Japanese) and download here. /3-band-eq-vst-free.html.
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5. de la Mancha FMMF
This FM synth, with 4 operators, is especially good for pads and sound design-y noises and effects.
Available for Windows VST only. More info and download here.
6. Ohm Force Symtohm:Melohman Performer Edition
A slimmed-down version of the original Symptohm:Melohman, the only actual difference being that you’re limited to presets from the Symptohm sound library.
But there are 1200 sounds there, enough to keep anybody busy for a while…
Available for PC and Mac. More info and download here.
7. u-he Zebralette
Again, this synth is a slimmed-down version of a commercial soft synth – in this case, the u-he Zebra2. But the Zebralette is very popular in it’s own right, as it’s capable of making some pretty great sounds of it’s own.
Available for PC and Mac. More info and download here. Record radio vst plugin.
8. Tonebytes Bleep’
Recreating the legendary sound of the Commodore 64 SID sound chip, this synth is an absolute must for chiptune makers and anyone who’s into retro / 8-bit game style sounds and FX.
It’s available for Windows VST only I’m afraid. More info and download at tonebytes.com.
9. Kairatune
Chiptune Software
A bass and lead synth with an inspiring interface, designed specifically with EDM in mind.
Windows VST only. More info and download here.
10. E-MU Proteus VX
A free synth sound module from the legendary hardware sampler makers. It’s a slimmed-down version of their Emulator X3, and can load any sounds from the Emulator X library.
Windows VST only. More info and download here.
Which other free synths are you using that I might have missed? Leave a comment below, cheers!
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Retro Boy VST Plug-In
Retro Boy is a lightweight single oscillator chiptune synth. Loads fast and plays faster! Designed with retro gaming in mind.
Specs
- Type: Subtractive Emulator
- Polyphony: 1-4
- Oscillators: 1
- Waveforms: Pulse 1, Pulse 2, Pulse 3, Saw, Triangle, Sine, Noise
- Effects: Vibrato, Decimation
- Envelope: Linear ADSR
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Features
Classic Chiptune Synth
Vst Chiptune Plugin
Retro Boy is a subtractive chiptune synth/emulator. Chiptune, also known as 8-bit music is audio synthesized by the sound chip of computers, video game systems, and most older handheld gaming devices. Retro Boy features a single oscillator that has seven waveshapes: 12.5% pulse, 25% pulse, square, saw, triangle, sine, and noise. It also features a simple envelope, decimation, and vibrato.
Simple Lightweight Design
Due to the simplicity of the design, Retro Boy doesn’t have much of an impact on most modern day CPUs. This is mostly due to the fact that it’s single oscillator synth with a 4 voice max polyphony, all DSP is optimized, and has lightweight HQ graphics.
Available For Free
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Try Something Bigger
The big brother of Retro Boy is available and ready to make music. Try it out for free! For more info, visit the RBXL details page.
Requirements
- Windows XP/Vista/7 (Windows only)
- 512 MB RAM (1+ GB recommended)
- Pentium III or better (or AMD equivalent)
- SSE processor support
- DAW or host for VST
- ASIO driver recommended