The Best Free Synthesizers, Effects, Samples & Loops Available Online!
Below you may download dozens of free synthesizers, effects plugins, samples & loops to use in your commercial and noncommercial projects! If in doubt, see the terms of service on each website linked below!
Please note that 32 bit plugins do not work on 64 bit DAWs without installing a 3rd party plugin mentioned in the classroom forum below, and 64 bit plugins do not work on 32 bit DAWs no matter what.
This list is not sorted, so the fastest way to find out if it’s 64 bit is to visit the website and hover your mouse over the download link to see if it says x64 or x32. If anyone would like to help contribute to this list or help sort it by bit, please submit your research in the classroom forum below!
Required Download: U-he Tyrell N6
This synth is a required download for our class, as it is used in multiple lessons.
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Genres: EDM & Electronica
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Genres: Atmospheric & Symphonic Electronica |
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Genres: EDM, Experimental & Retro Electronica |
Genres: EDM, Dance, Electronica
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Modeled after the Yamaha DX7. This is a unique Frequency Modulation synth with a distinct sound.
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Genres: EDM & Electronica |
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Modeled after the Roland 303. |
Versatile Organ Synth |
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Customizable and Versatile Electronica Synth |
Modeled after the Oberheim ob- |
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Unique and simple to use Reverb with randomizer built-in |
Four-band, dynamic Equalizer with visual feedback. |
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Modeled after the Roland Juno-60. Used to widen and add a “chorus” effect to your sounds. |
Analogue emulated saturator used to distort or add gain to your sounds. |
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Chorus, phaser, flanger and frequency shifter with analog echo emulation.
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Shattered Glass Audio- SGA1566 Tube Preamp
A more complex and powerful saturator. |
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Tone Boosters- TB Reelbus Tape Emulator
A simulator of analogue tape effects such as tape hiss, wow, flutter, and saturation. |
Simplified hree-band EQ with a unique sound. |
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Panning plugin capable of automation and complex panning not possible in the DAW alone. |
Bit crusher to add distortion or retro sounds to your instruments and recordings. |
Synthesizers
Required Download: U-he Tyrell N6
This synth is a required download for our class, as it is used in multiple lessons.
Genres: EDM & Electronica
Genres: Atmospheric & Symphonic Electronica
Genres: EDM, Experimental & Retro Electronica
Genres: EDM, Dance, Electronica
Modeled after the Yamaha DX7. This is a unique Frequency Modulation synth with a distinct sound.
Genres: EDM & Electronica
Modeled after the Roland 303.
Versatile Organ Synth
Customizable and Versatile Electronica Synth
Modeled after the Oberheim ob-xa, ob-x, and ob8 synths.
Effects
Unique and simple to use Reverb with randomizer built-in
Four-band, dynamic Equalizer with visual feedback.
Modeled after the Roland Juno-60. Used to widen and add a “chorus” effect to your sounds.
Analogue emulated saturator used to distort or add gain to your sounds.
Chorus, phaser, flanger and frequency shifter with analog echo emulation.
Shattered Glass Audio- SGA1566 Tube Preamp
A more complex and powerful saturator.
Tone Boosters- TB Reelbus Tape Emulator
A simulator of analogue tape effects such as tape hiss, wow, flutter, and saturation.
Simplified hree-band EQ with a unique sound.
Panning plugin capable of automation and complex panning not possible in the DAW alone.
Bit crusher to add distortion or retro sounds to your instruments and recordings.
The Best Websites to Download Free Commercial Use Samples & Loops
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Looperman: Pro Audio Resources & Musician’s CommunityA massive collection of user-submitted loops by other aspiring music producers. Not everything is professional quality but there are some diamonds in the rough!
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Sampleswap: Free Audio Samples, Drum Loops & KitsA hodgepodge of samples and loops collected over time by a dedicated artist. Check the license page for more info.
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Cymatics: Free Sample Packs by GenreThis website will try to collect your email and convince you to buy their other packs, but these free sample packs are worth the hassle if you are interested.
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Looperman: Pro Audio Resources & Musician’s Community
A massive collection of user-submitted loops by other aspiring music producers. Not everything is professional quality but there are some diamonds in the rough!
Sampleswap: Free Audio Samples, Drum Loops & Kits
A hodgepodge of samples and loops collected over time by a dedicated artist. Check the license page for more info.
Cymatics: Free Sample Packs by Genre
This website will try to collect your email and convince you to buy their other packs, but these free sample packs are worth the hassle if you are interested.
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