amsynth
Free virtual analog synth by Nick Dowell · since 2002 · version 2.0.0
What amsynth is
A classic two-oscillator subtractive synth developed since 2002, now with a JUCE interface and MTS-ESP tuning.
- Dual oscillators with hard sync, 12/24 dB filter
- Also offers a DSSI plug-in on Linux
- Version 2.0.0 added MTS-ESP microtuning
How to install amsynth
amsynth runs on Windows, macOS and Linux. It ships as VST2, AU and LV2, plus a standalone version that needs no DAW. Logic Pro and GarageBand users need the AU build. There is no VST3 build, so make sure your DAW still loads VST2. Download it from amsynth.github.io, run the installer or copy the plugin into your plugin folder, then rescan plugins in your DAW.
Questions
Is amsynth free?
Yes. amsynth is free from Nick Dowell, and it is open source under the GPL-2.0 license. There is no trial period and no feature lock.
What plugin formats does amsynth support?
amsynth is available as VST2, AU, LV2 and Standalone.
Which operating systems run amsynth?
amsynth runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
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