VST plugins

[sk8a123]

Hmmm so I recently just started out using some vst plguins that are okay but Im not exactly sure what you guys(who are a lot more experienced) use and would reccomend. Could you guys share some good vsts?

 

[CFox]

Hi, here is an awesome post I prepared earlier:

The following is a list of very HQ and very FREE plugins:

Boot EQMkII - channel strip with tube simulator...this rocks on vocals, especially the "sophisticated" preset ( make sure to roll off your low end EQ or rumble ). Be sure to read the accompanying manual

Epic Verb.... The best verb I heard ( until i get my NI reverb that is )..great on vox too. For a modern vocal presence sound simply select the default and switch the reverb to ambience and dial in the wet/dry mix. Be sure to read the accompanying manual

Nasty VCS ...effing fantastic channel strip that requires a bit of tweaking ( just like real life ). It has mic preamps, tube simulator, EQ and compression/limiting. Be sure to read the accompanying manual


All of these are available on the download page.

All of these also work flawlessly with Reaper ( which in itself has some very good plugins. Dont be put off by the resource saving, minimalist GUI's )


If you go the Reaper route, then with the money you save you can get one of the Native Instruments Komplete 7 pack. Either Komplete 7 ( 80 gigs of samples,synths and effects for $550 ) or Komplete 7 Elements ( 16 gig of samples,synths and effects for $120 ).

You may as well download and try Komplete 7 Players with is totally FREE. The included Kore Player is actually a very handy effects plugin in its own right.

So Yeah. Get Reaper on a fully functional 30 day trial and Komplete 7 Players to start out.


Taking my advice is the most awesome thing you could do right now.

 

[D_Vincent]

Some of best plugs are pretty pricey.

WAVES
http://www.waves.com/

SOUNDTOYS
http://www.soundtoys.com/

OXFORD
http://www.sonnoxplugins.com/pub/plugins/home.htm

PSP
http://www.pspaudioware.com/

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Here are a couple free ones I like to use.

TC electronic was giving this verb away in january however I think you can still download it.

windows version

http://campaigns.emailserver2.com/M...6VFiUJj/yvM2/eqB4qLweog/VHYOGG/vEYzi4BIlqaw==

Mac (including Snow Leopard): version

http://campaigns.emailserver2.com/M...e=9iYAbAxNUMMME6pMMME6VFiUJj/yvM2/eqB4qLweog/


Split harmonizer/pitch shifter

http://www.brothersoft.com/split-harmonizer-download-295423.html

Simple Tremolo

http://best-free-vsts.com/page26.html

NyquistEq

http://magnus.smartelectronix.com/

 

[sk8a123]

Hi, here is an awesome post I prepared earlier:

The following is a list of very HQ and very FREE plugins:

Boot EQMkII - channel strip with tube simulator...this rocks on vocals, especially the "sophisticated" preset ( make sure to roll off your low end EQ or rumble ). Be sure to read the accompanying manual

Epic Verb.... The best verb I heard ( until i get my NI reverb that is )..great on vox too. For a modern vocal presence sound simply select the default and switch the reverb to ambience and dial in the wet/dry mix. Be sure to read the accompanying manual

Nasty VCS ...effing fantastic channel strip that requires a bit of tweaking ( just like real life ). It has mic preamps, tube simulator, EQ and compression/limiting. Be sure to read the accompanying manual


All of these are available on the download page.

All of these also work flawlessly with Reaper ( which in itself has some very good plugins. Dont be put off by the resource saving, minimalist GUI's )


If you go the Reaper route, then with the money you save you can get one of the Native Instruments Komplete 7 pack. Either Komplete 7 ( 80 gigs of samples,synths and effects for $550 ) or Komplete 7 Elements ( 16 gig of samples,synths and effects for $120 ).

You may as well download and try Komplete 7 Players with is totally FREE. The included Kore Player is actually a very handy effects plugin in its own right.

So Yeah. Get Reaper on a fully functional 30 day trial and Komplete 7 Players to start out.


Taking my advice is the most awesome thing you could do right now.

Thank you so much!!!! and i forgot to mention, i already use reaper! its my primary DAW

 

[kcearl]

go to the KVR website, there are literally thousands of free vsts...


make a folder in your VST folder for plugins you havent tried yet or you'll find yourself swamped with them or not remember which ones you've tried...that way if its crap you can delete it, if its good you can move it to the main folder


there are some very good freebies out there like Kjaerhus Audio and digitalfishphones, look them up...also de la mancha has some very good vintage plugins which can add colour for ridiculously low prices..

I think eventually its good to pay for a handful of really good plugins, a decent compressor and/or limiter is likely to be needed, but there is plenty of good freeware out there

Another great source in Computer Music magazine...its expensive at $15 but it comes with a DVD every month that has a huge library of effects and vst instruments..if you coincide buying it with a feature in the mag thats interesting to you then its a win/win. It also comes with a series of basic tutorials for beginners on the disc as well. happy hunting

 

[sk8a123]

go to the KVR website, there are literally thousands of free vsts...


make a folder in your VST folder for plugins you havent tried yet or you'll find yourself swamped with them or not remember which ones you've tried...that way if its crap you can delete it, if its good you can move it to the main folder


there are some very good freebies out there like Kjaerhus Audio and digitalfishphones, look them up...also de la mancha has some very good vintage plugins which can add colour for ridiculously low prices..

I think eventually its good to pay for a handful of really good plugins, a decent compressor and/or limiter is likely to be needed, but there is plenty of good freeware out there

Another great source in Computer Music magazine...its expensive at $15 but it comes with a DVD every month that has a huge library of effects and vst instruments..if you coincide buying it with a feature in the mag thats interesting to you then its a win/win. It also comes with a series of basic tutorials for beginners on the disc as well. happy hunting

Alright will do. KC, what are your personal favorites hmm??

 

[kcearl]

Alright will do. KC, wa nomad liquid bandle hat are your personal favorites hmm??

mostly from UAD cards and TC powercore at the moment..I have the de la mancha ones and a nomad liquid bundle that are great too

 

[sk8a123]

hmmmmm ok. I'll look into those