As promised, this follow-up to the 10 Best Free VST Plugins list (that is, just effects and processors) is all about synths.

SansAmp VST plugin in 2018? Looking for something like the Sans Amp PSA-1 by Avid, like the one that's available with Pro Tools, but one that i can use in Logic. So VST / AU for Mac. Free VST Plugins are one of the most exciting things about mixing. In the past it was impossible to imagine that so many quality tools could be available at no cost. Today there are more great free plugins than ever before, but the freeware scene is always changing.

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!

Impakter by de la Mancha. With over 300 eclectic drum samples modelled after drum machines. Kick drum vst plugin.

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.

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.

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

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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Sweetcase
What is it? A sample-based electric piano VST plugin.
Download Sweetcase Free
Watch a demo below

Acoustica Nightlife
What is it? For window users and EDM, dance and trance makers, this synth is the one for you!
Download Acoustica Nightlife Free
Watch a demo below

Free Vst 2018

NUSofting Sinnah
What is it? Analogue synth but on your computer (Whaaaaat?!?!)
Download NUSofting Sinnah Free
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Synister
What is it? Described as an “easy” yet flexible synthesizer (with built-in virtual keyboard) to create both bold sounds and rich atmosphere.
Download Synister Free
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Orion Sound Module
What is it? Royalty free loops and samples at your pleasure!
Download Orion Sound Module Free
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Grooove BPB
What is it? One of the best free drum samplers around.
Download Grooove BPB Free
Watch a demo below

HISE
What is it? This sampler lets you essentially programme your own vst synths.
Download HISE Free
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Digits 2
What is it? A minimalist synth that lets you create “warm pads, glitchy sounds, dirty basses, filthy sweeps, screaming leads, and anything in-between”
Download Digits 2 Free
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Ample Guitar M Lite II
What is it? I can speak from experience when I say if you can’t play guitar, you can now with this beauty!
Download Ample Guitar Lite II Free
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Ample Bass P Lite II
What is it? Can’t play a real bass either, Ample have got you covered!
Download Ample Bass P Lite II
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Lord Of The Springs
What is it? Pretty much every metallic sound you didn’t even know you needed
Download Lord Of The Springs Free
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MT Power DrumKit 2
What is it? Your very own drum kit in your computer
Download MT Power DrumKit2 Free
Watch a demo below
So there you have it. No more excuses. It’s time to finish off those musical masterpieces. Just make sure you come back and release your music with us!

1. u-he TyrellN6

Similar design to the classic Roland Juno 60, and awesomely named after the rogue replicants in Blade Runner…

2. Green Oak Crystal

Created by Glenn Olander, who went on to design Spectrasonics Omnisphere and Stylus RMX. No slouch then…

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.

4. Ichiro Toda Synth1

This synth is modelled on the modern classic Clavia Nord Lead 2 Red Synth… Nuff said really :)

5. de la Mancha FMMF

This FM synth, with 4 operators, is especially good for pads and sound design-y noises and effects.

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.

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.

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.

9. Kairatune

A bass and lead synth with an inspiring interface, designed specifically with EDM in mind.

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.

2018 Free Vst Download

Sweetcase

Acoustica Nightlife

Free Vst 2018

NUSofting Sinnah

Synister

Orion Sound Module

Grooove BPB

HISE

Digits 2

Ample Guitar M Lite II

Ample Bass P Lite II

Lord Of The Springs

MT Power DrumKit 2