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2017年最好的免费插件
本帖最后由 Mr.魔音哥 于 17-12-29 15:32 编辑
Best Free VST Effects![]()
2. Unlimited by Sonic Anomaly (Windows)![]()
3. Effects Bundle By Dead Duck Software (Windows)![]()
4. Tube Saturator Vintage by Wave Arts (Windows, macOS)![]()
5. Ribs by Eugene Yakshin (Windows)![]()
6. Graillon 2 Free by Auburn Sounds (Windows, macOS)![]()
7. bx_subfilter by Plugin Alliance (Windows, macOS)![]()
8. MAX1 by BeatSkillz (Windows, macOS)![]()
9. Riviera by Nuspace Audio (Windows)![]()
10. HOFA SYSTEM Basic by HOFA-Plugins (Windows, macOS)![]()
Best Free VST Effects
2017 was quite a fruitful year when it comes to freeware VST effect releases. There were almost too many to fit on the list. After quite of bit of tinkering and a few hard decisions, we managed to cut it download to twenty best freeware effects which are listed below.
1. Ambient Reverb by Vasily Makarov (Windows)Ambient Reverb is a superb-sounding reverb effect designed for use in ambient music. Capable of simulating huge spaces with up to 100 seconds of decay time, Ambient Reverb was tailor-made for creating lush, larger-than-life tones. And if 100 seconds isn’t long enough, the Freeze button can be used to simulate a reverb that goes on forever.
Apart from its great sound and epic size, Ambient Reverb also stands out as a relatively CPU-efficient VST plugin. Considering the sound quality on offer, the CPU usage is lower than expected, and won’t hinder the overall performance of your DAW.
The effect is available for download as a free VST plugin for digital audio workstations on Windows (both 32-bit and 64-bit DAWs are supported). Host applications on macOS aren’t supported.
2. Unlimited by Sonic Anomaly (Windows)
Unlimited is one of the absolute on the market. Capable of processing stereo tracks and 5.1 surround sound, it is a versatile tool suitable for a variety of limiting tasks, from music production to audio mastering, broadcast, and digital cinema mastering. Also, Unlimited features RMS meters and an ITU-R BS.1770 compliant loudness meter for output monitoring. The plugin automatically adjusts to the type of audio signal on the input, reducing the CPU consumption when processing stereo material.
The interface is simple but offers enough features to put the user in total control over the limiting process. Along with the standard Threshold, Release, and Output (output volume) control parameters found in most other maximizer plugins, Unlimited adds the Character slider for adjusting the aggressiveness of the limiting algorithm and the Weight parameter which sets the threshold offset for different parts of the signal. The plugin can also work as a limiter (as opposed to a maximizer) when Classic Mode is turned on.
3. Effects Bundle By Dead Duck Software (Windows)
One of the biggest releases this year was Dead Duck Software’s epic collection of 24 (!) freeware VST plugin effects that dropped virtually out of nowhere in May 2017. This bundle was a strong contender for the #1 spot in the VST effects category, but we decided to give a slight advantage to Ambient Reverb and Unlimited because those two plugins are amazing at what they do. The free effects by Dead Duck Software, great as they are, are more on the bread and butter side of things.
That said, if you’re a beginner music producer running a Windows-based digital audio workstation, you’re in luck. This free FX bundle covers everything you need to get started with producing music on your PC, from compressors and EQs to reverbs, delays, and various utilities to make mixing easier. The included effects are well-made, stable, easy on the CPU, and in some cases well above the average quality expected from a freeware plugin.
4. Tube Saturator Vintage by Wave Arts (Windows, macOS)
Tube Saturator isn’t exactly a plugin released in 2017 (it was first introduced back in 2009, priced at $149.95), but it became freeware in June this year and was renamed to Tube Saturator Vintage (to differentiate it from Tube Saturator 2 which costs $99). And what a piece of freeware it is! The code and the features remained the same as they were before the conversion to freeware, meaning that this isn’t feature-limited or a lightweight version of paid nope software. In other words, it’s a plugin that used to cost $149.95 which you can now download completely free of charge.
So, where’s the catch? Well, when it comes to sound quality, Tube Saturator Vintage is still a fantastic saturator. Its algorithm is based on a detailed emulation of a dual 12AX7 triode preamp which sounds fantastic. The only problem is that the plugin is a bit of a CPU hog, consuming around 20% of available resources on our test machine (tested on a single CPU core of our i7-powered machine). That’s not necessarily a problem if you’re using a single instance of the plugin in your project but might hurt the overall performance if you use the plugin on multiple channels. On the other hand, if sound quality is your primary concern, you should definitely add this freebie to your VST plugin arsenal.
5. Ribs by Eugene Yakshin (Windows)
Ribs is an advanced granular effect in VST plugin format for Windows. Due to its complexity and somewhat unusual workflow, it’s not for the faint of heart. But in the right hands, Ribs is an extremely powerful sound design tool.
The plugin splits the input signal into grains and stores them in its internal buffer for further processing. There’s plenty you can do to transform the processed audio signal at this point, from changing its pitch and length, to completely rearranging its content into something new. However, to get the most Ribs, one should understand its controls and features. Thankfully, the developer posted an in-depth video tutorial a couple of months after the initial release, providing a helpful guide for new users. Another neat option is turning on the tooltips (click the question mark icon on the GUI) which explain the functionality of every control parameter.
6. Graillon 2 Free by Auburn Sounds (Windows, macOS)
Graillon 2 Free is an excellent free auto-tune alternative in VST and AU plugin formats for PC and Mac. Essentially a lightweight freeware version of the Graillon 2 ($29 value) plugin by Auburn Sounds, Graillon 2 Free is still a very capable plugin and one that we’d highly recommend as your next go-to pitch correction tool. Despite lacking some of the features found in the paid product, the most important functions, pitch shifter and pitch correction, are included and fully functional.
The thing we loved about Graillon 2 Free is how easy it is to use as an auto-tune alternative. The pitch correction workflow is simple and effective. It can be used for over-the-top auto-tune you hear in modern pop and urban music, or for subtle correction of vocal recordings. The user interface is very intuitive, which is why Graillon 2 Free is the perfect choice for beginners and seasoned producers alike.
7. bx_subfilter by Plugin Alliance (Windows, macOS)
If Q3D becomes your secret weapon for boosting the top end of a mix, then bx_subfilter will do the same for the all-important sub bass. Developed by Brainworx and released by Plugin Alliance, is a neat freeware utility for putting the low end of your mix under control and boosting the bass without masking other instruments.
The plugin uses a resonant low-pass filter to boost the specified bass frequency while cleaning up the extreme low end to improve clarity. It is a 2-in-1 tool for handling the sub-bass content, and it is equally effective and easy to use. If you’re looking for something more streamlined, check out the SK10 plugin by Wavesfactory which is another neat tool for processing bass and kick drum sounds.
8. MAX1 by BeatSkillz (Windows, macOS)
MAX1 is an automatic compression tool where an auto-release algorithm shapes the compressor’s response according to the characteristics of the processed signal. For an extra simple workflow, MAX1 features only threshold, attack, and output volume knobs, in addition to an optional soft clipper and peak/RMS switches. Simply add the plug-in to a channel that needs compression/limiting, adjust its threshold value to specify the compression amount, and set the attack time depending on how much transient impact you want.
MAX1 adds serious loudness and punch to percussion and bass tracks, in particular. The maximizer can be pushed hard without destroying the signal, and the soft clipper on the output aids in beefing up the sound further without generating digital artifacts. All things considered, MAX1 is a well-made maximizer that belongs in everyone’s plug-in arsenal.
9. Riviera by Nuspace Audio (Windows)
Riviera is a hybrid reverb VST plug-in where both algorithmic reverberation and convolution modeling are utilized to create the sound. The reverb is very customizable and powerful, yet with a reasonable CPU load. Utilizing a combination of algorithms and impulse responses, Riviera generates some unique reverbs. Its main parameters are called “Vooms” – a combination of volume and room. There are five vooms, and each relates to a different style of reverberation like spring, plate, room, etc. The vooms have separate controls for reflections, size, and offset.
Combining the vooms makes for unorthodox reverb sounds. There are also pan, width, and wet/dry controls, as well as a global delay time control. The frequency decay control lets users alter decay times of different frequencies, which is useful for preventing reverb build-ups and clipping. Overall, Riviera is a unique reverb plugin for the price of free, and although getting around the user interface takes some work, the results certainly do pay off.
10. HOFA SYSTEM Basic by HOFA-Plugins (Windows, macOS)
Based on the paid HOFA SYSTEM 2, the free Basic version is a modular multi-effect processor with 22 modules that can be hooked together in various ways. The list of available FX modules includes delay, reverb, compression, EQ, distortion, panning, gate, and more. Additional processing options include multi-band processing, parallel processing, and mid/side splitting.
Compared to the paid version, there are some limitations. For example, the compressor module has fixed ratio and release controls, and the EQ module only features a single band, to name a few. HOFA SYSTEM Basic is still a very powerful mixing and sound design tool, though. The trick is to use the available FX module to create your own fully customized FX units.
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