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Library, devices & samples

Find a sound without opening every category.

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Current Library panel with collections, instrument categories, audio effects, MIDI effects and Places
Find instruments, effects, samples and stored material in the Library. Select the image to view it full size.

Browse by purpose

All shows available material together. Instruments groups playable sounds; Instrument Tools holds stock instrument engines; Effects, MIDI Effects and Plug-ins hold processing and installed entries. Categories such as Dynamics, EQ, Delay and Reverb narrow each section. Opening a group can close the previously open group. Search narrows the available entries. Recently used items provide a shorter route back to a device.

Add to the right destination

Select a track before adding an effect. An instrument belongs on a MIDI/instrument track; an audio effect processes a signal. Drag a compatible item from Library to the arrangement or Plugins panel and check where it lands.

Samples and previews

Samples lets you browse and audition audio. Preview volume on Master changes audition loudness independently of the mix. Stop an active preview separately if it continues while you inspect a track. A preview is not automatically an arrangement region.

Import a folder

Use + Folder in Samples to import a chosen folder. Audio is copied into the local library and its hierarchy is retained. It is not a live filesystem link that watches future changes. Keep original files if you want an independent source copy.

Free up space

Imported audio keeps its original file, so compressed and 16-bit files no longer grow into much larger copies. In My Projects, Free Up Space finds unused imported audio and shows its size before asking for approval. Recordings and bundled sounds are never offered. Dawnamite versions before 1.9 cannot read samples stored as original files.

Cleanup checks retained project versions, Trash, autosaves, templates, presets, open projects and Undo/Redo history. After confirmation it checks again before deleting. Busy library operations, failed reads, a closed session or cancellation stop unsafe cleanup. Cancel stops later deletions; a deletion already started can finish. If no unused imported audio is found, nothing is deleted.

Removing a clip keeps its source audio. Audio and SoundFont references stay protected by the open project's history until that project closes. Manual sample and SoundFont deletion also rechecks references, and active SoundFonts remain protected. Use Free Up Space after saving and closing projects when their history is no longer needed; keep independent backups of important media.

Preview playback, temporary imports and inactive SoundFonts release resources when their last user finishes. These lifetime fixes do not reduce the engine's fixed 128 MiB audio allocation. Memory can remain reserved for reuse. The project chooser's Size is an estimate of files on disk, not RAM use.

Use a linked folder

In the desktop app, open User Library and click + Add Folder to link a folder of audio samples. Linking leaves the files on disk; it does not copy the whole folder into the project. Expand the folder and drag a supported audio file onto an audio lane or empty arrangement space. A successful drop copies that file into the project's sample storage and adds an audio region. A note-only lane is not an audio destination. Linked folders also list MIDI files (.mid and .midi); drag one onto the arrangement to import it as notes, the same as a drop from Finder.

Keep the project and destination available while the file is read and prepared. If the project changes or closes, the pending import stops instead of writing into another project. Read or decode failures leave the original source file in place; check the message and retry in the intended project. Use Command+Z to undo the arrangement import.

Choose Rescan from Folder actions after adding files in Finder. If a folder is missing, choose Locate… to find it again. A folder on a drive you unplug shows Folder not found straight away and returns when the drive is connected again; files you already dropped into a project were copied into it and keep playing.

Star a linked folder or file to keep it close. Starred folders appear under Places on the left and open in User Library; starred folders and files are listed in Favorites. Remove from Library removes the link without deleting files on disk. A linked folder needs the desktop app; the Samples folder importer above is a separate copy operation.

Presets and racks

Presets store device settings; racks and effect chains collect related processing. Choose a destination and inspect the result after loading. A preset can alter many controls at once. Save a version of your current work first if you need to compare.

Missing material

If a project reports an unavailable sample or plug-in, keep the project and follow the recovery/relink instructions shown by the app. Deleting a region and deleting stored source media are different operations. Eraser retains source media so arrangement edits can be reversed.

Factory synth sounds

The current build adds 37 original synth presets across Lead, Pad, Pluck, Bass and Keys. Search their names in the Library preset browser and load a preset onto a MIDI track. New sampled categories and pack downloads are still being prepared. See Instruments and sound storage.

Start with available material

Use the 37 original factory synth presets or an audio file you already have permission to use. Additional sampled sound packs are coming soon. Read Instruments and sound storage and Sound credits before choosing or sharing recorded sources.

Previews, linked folders and collections

An included sound's Preview plays a short phrase without changing the project. Stop playback or recording before starting it; Space starts or stops the selected preview. Effects, plug-in sounds and racks have no sound preview. Preview loudness follows the separate Preview volume.

The Samples folder importer copies supported audio into app storage. Cancel stops further copying but keeps files already copied. User Library also has linked folders, Favorites, Collections and Recent. Removing an item from a collection does not delete its source. Check whether you are changing a copied sample, a linked place or a collection before removing anything.

The Library’s external free-product directory

The app catalog lists 51 maker products. These external products are recorded as free in the app Library. They are not bundled with Dawnamite. Current maker evidence, access requirements and unresolved offers are shown below; installation and host compatibility have not been qualified. Free access is distinct from an open-source license. Check the maker’s current edition, terms and system requirements before installing.

Formats and setup below retain the catalog checked on 2026-10-10. A current maker check confirms only the stated page evidence, not successful installation or compatibility in Dawnamite.

Instruments · 16

Surge XT

Surge Synth Team · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Deep hybrid synth for basses, leads, pads and sound design.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

Open-source synthesizer with direct macOS downloads. Direct maker-hosted download links are visible; no account requirement is shown.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Odin 2

TheWaveWarden · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Semi-modular synth with three oscillators and two filters for basses, leads and pads.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Odin 2 as free. The maker provides macOS downloads and an option to decline update emails.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Dexed

Digital Suburban · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Six-operator FM synth that loads and edits classic FM patch banks.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies Dexed as free software under GPL v3. The maker provides direct macOS download links.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Vital (Basic)

Vital Audio · VST3 / AU

Visual wavetable synth with the full sound engine and a starter set of presets.

Setup: Free account

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

Basic is the free edition; larger preset bundles and subscriptions are paid. The Basic link uses the maker’s account portal.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Zebralette 3

u-he · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Wavetable synth with drawable spectra for evolving pads, leads and odd textures.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Zebralette 3 as freeware. Direct macOS download links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Podolski

u-he · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Compact analogue-style synth with an arpeggiator and step sequencer.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Podolski as free with no serial-number unlock. Direct macOS download links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TripleCheese

u-he · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Comb-filter synth for plucks, drones and resonant tones.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Triple Cheese as free with no serial-number unlock. Direct macOS download links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TAL-NoiseMaker

TAL Software · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Easygoing virtual-analogue synth with built-in effects and many presets.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

The current official product page is available and linked from TAL Software’s Plugins directory. Checked 2026-10-13.

Listed under FREE Plug-Ins on TAL Software’s current official Plugins page. The official product page offers direct macOS download links. No account prompt was visible; download completion and installation remain untested.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

FB-3300

Full Bucket Music · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Semi-modular synth with three synth blocks and a resonator section.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s plug-in directory identifies its products as freely available. Direct macOS downloads are visible on the product page.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

MODO BASS 2 CS

IK Multimedia · VST3 / AU

Modeled electric bass for plucked, picked and slapped lines; one bass in this edition.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists MODO BASS 2 CS as a free edition. Larger editions are paid. The catalog records a free account and IK Product Manager; do not choose a paid upgrade by mistake.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

MODO DRUM CS

IK Multimedia · VST3 / AU

Modeled acoustic drum kit with adjustable drums and ready-made grooves; one kit.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists MODO DRUM CS 1.5 as free. Additional kits and editions are paid. The catalog records a free account and IK Product Manager; do not choose a paid upgrade by mistake.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

80s DrumStar

SampleScience · VST3 / AU

Retro drum-machine sounds and reversed hits for electronic tracks.

Setup: Email

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s Gumroad price data and indexed page list a zero-price, pay-what-you-want offer. The catalog records email collection; checkout was not submitted.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Pianotone 600

SampleScience · VST3 / AU

Warm 1970s electronic piano for chords and melodies.

Setup: Email

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s Gumroad price data and indexed page list a zero-price, pay-what-you-want offer. The catalog records email collection; checkout was not submitted.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Dust Piano (Roots)

Westwood Instruments · VST3 / AU

Worn, delicate felt piano for quiet, intimate parts.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Dust Piano as free. The maker requires checkout and an installer; internet access is needed for download and activation.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Untold Strings (Roots)

Westwood Instruments · VST3 / AU

Transformed violas for slow, hazy string beds.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Untold Strings as free. The maker requires checkout and an installer; internet access is needed for download and activation.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Choral Fragments (Roots)

Westwood Instruments · VST3 / AU

Vocal recordings morphed into glitchy, evolving soundscapes and textures.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Choral Fragments as free. The maker requires checkout and an installer; internet access is needed for download and activation.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Effects · 21

ValhallaSupermassive

Valhalla DSP · VST3 / AU

Huge reverbs and echoes for ambience and sound design.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; live page retrieval returned HTTP 403. Indexed official-page evidence is separate. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s indexed official page and FAQ identify Supermassive as free. The maker FAQ says no authorization is needed. Live page retrieval returned HTTP 403; installer access was not tested.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

ValhallaSpaceModulator

Valhalla DSP · VST3 / AU

Flanging, doubling and detuning for swirling, moving sounds.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; live page retrieval returned HTTP 403. Indexed official-page evidence is separate. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s indexed official FAQ identifies SpaceModulator as free. The maker FAQ says no authorization is needed. Live page retrieval returned HTTP 403; installer access was not tested.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

ValhallaFreqEcho

Valhalla DSP · VST3 / AU

Frequency shifter and echo for shimmering, unstable repeats.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; live page retrieval returned HTTP 403. Indexed official-page evidence is separate. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s indexed official FAQ identifies FreqEcho as free. The maker FAQ says no authorization is needed. Live page retrieval returned HTTP 403; installer access was not tested.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TAL-Reverb-4

TAL Software · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Stereo plate reverb with a vintage character.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

The current official product page is available and linked from TAL Software’s Plugins directory. Checked 2026-10-13.

Listed under FREE Plug-Ins on TAL Software’s current official Plugins page. The official product page offers direct macOS download links. No account prompt was visible; download completion and installation remain untested.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TDR Nova

Tokyo Dawn Labs · VST3 / AU

Dynamic equalizer for de-essing and taming harsh resonances.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker provides a free TDR Nova edition. Gentleman’s Edition is separate. Direct free installer links are visible; TDR Collector is an alternative.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TDR Kotelnikov

Tokyo Dawn Labs · VST3 / AU

Clean, transparent compressor for mix buses and mastering.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker provides a free TDR Kotelnikov edition. Gentleman’s Edition is separate. Direct free installer links are visible; TDR Collector is an alternative.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

TDR VOS SlickEQ

Tokyo Dawn Labs · VST3 / AU

Musical equalizer for quick tone shaping, with optional saturation.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker provides a free TDR VOS SlickEQ edition. Gentleman’s Edition is separate. Direct free installer links are visible; TDR Collector is an alternative.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Blue Cat's Free Amp

Blue Cat Audio · VST3 / AU

Guitar amp and cabinet simulation with three amp models.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Free Amp as freeware; other amp products are paid. Direct macOS download links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Voxengo Stereo Touch

Voxengo · VST3 / AU

Turns a mono track into a wide stereo sound.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies Stereo Touch as free. The product page offers direct macOS downloads; checkout was not used.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Klanghelm DC1A3

Klanghelm · VST3 / AU

Two-knob character compressor for quick, musical levelling.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies DC1A as freeware. Direct macOS installer links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Klanghelm MJUC jr.

Klanghelm · VST3 / AU

Tube-style compressor for smooth levelling or pumping.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies MJUC jr. as freeware. Direct macOS installer links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Klanghelm TENS jr.

Klanghelm · VST3 / AU

Dense spring reverb with adjustable decay.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies TENS jr. as freeware. Direct macOS installer links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Kilohearts Transient Shaper

Kilohearts · VST3 / AU

Adjusts attack and sustain to change a sound's punch and body.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Transient Shaper in its free effects collection. A free account and the Kilohearts installer are required; premium hosts and plugins are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Kilohearts Tape Stop

Kilohearts · VST3 / AU

Tape-style slow-downs and start-ups for transitions.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Tape Stop in its free effects collection. A free account and the Kilohearts installer are required; premium hosts and plugins are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Kilohearts Formant Filter

Kilohearts · VST3 / AU

Vowel-like filter for talking, vocal colors.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Formant Filter in its free effects collection. A free account and the Kilohearts installer are required; premium hosts and plugins are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Kilohearts Bitcrush

Kilohearts · VST3 / AU

Lowers bit depth and sample rate for digital grit.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Bitcrush in its free effects collection. A free account and the Kilohearts installer are required; premium hosts and plugins are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

MCompressor

MeldaProduction · VST3 / AU

Compressor with a drawable response curve.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists MCompressor as a free effect in MFreeFXBundle. The catalog records installer setup; paid bundle upgrades are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

MAutoPitch

MeldaProduction · VST3 / AU

Automatic tuning and formant shifting for single-note sources.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists MAutoPitch as a free effect in MFreeFXBundle. The catalog records installer setup; paid bundle upgrades are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Acon Digital Multiply 2

Acon Digital · VST3 / AU

Chorus with up to six extra voices and tone controls.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker offers the full Multiply 2 version for free. Direct macOS download links are visible.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

CHOW Tape Model

chowdsp · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Tape saturation, wobble and color from a physical model.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker provides public desktop downloads and identifies the source as GPL v3. Direct desktop download links are visible; no account form was submitted.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

BYOD

chowdsp · VST3 / AU / CLAP

Build your own guitar distortion and tone chains from modules.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker provides public base-plugin downloads. Paid add-on packs are separate. Direct desktop download links are visible; purchasing add-on packs is optional.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Sample libraries and required players · 11

The Free Orchestra

ProjectSAM · VST3 / AU

Cinematic orchestra sections and textures for sketching scores.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Kontakt Player; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the library at €0 and confirms free Kontakt Player support. The catalog records a free account and installer. Use a compatible Kontakt Player version.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

THUNDER X3M Taiko Freebie

Strezov Sampling · VST3 / AU

Deep taiko hits and rimshots for big, low percussion.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Kontakt Player; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the freebie at €0 and confirms Kontakt Player 7.0.11 or later support. The maker provides installation through Native Access; an account and a compatible player are required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Minimalist Violins Legato Freebie

Strezov Sampling · VST3 / AU

Gentle violins with smooth legato for soft string lines.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Kontakt Player; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the freebie at €0 and confirms Kontakt Player 7.0.11 or later support. The maker provides installation through Native Access; an account and a compatible player are required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Jacob Collier Audience Choir

Native Instruments · VST3 / AU

A crowd singing vowels, plus claps and stomps, for layered vocal parts.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Kontakt Player; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists Audience Choir as a free download. The catalog records a free account and installer; use the supported Kontakt Player.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

FOUNDATIONS: Piano

Heavyocity · VST3 / AU

Soft grand piano blended with designed textures for scoring.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Kontakt Player; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists FOUNDATIONS Piano at $0 and confirms free Kontakt Player support. The catalog records a free account and installer; the library requires Kontakt Player.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

1928 Vintage Grand Steinway

Soundpaint · VST3 / AU

Vintage concert grand piano with a warm tone for songwriting and scoring.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Soundpaint; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the instrument at $0 when registered. A Soundpaint account and engine download are required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Guitar Accents

Soundpaint · VST3 / AU

Short guitar, banjo and ukulele attacks for plucked accents.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Soundpaint; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the instrument at $0 when registered. A Soundpaint account and engine download are required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Free Home

Soundpaint · VST3 / AU

Household noises and chimes turned into playable ambience and percussion.

Setup: Free account · Installer app

Requires Soundpaint; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker’s product data lists Free Home as available with a zero price. A Soundpaint account and engine download are required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Cassette PT-10

Decent Samples · VST3 / AU

Toy-keyboard tones recorded through a microcassette for lo-fi wobble.

Setup: Email

Requires Decent Sampler; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the Decent Sampler library as free. The maker’s form requests an email address. The separate Decent Sampler player is required.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Metal Desk Lamp

Decent Samples · VST3 / AU

Tapped and scraped metal percussion plus a bowed, breathy pad.

Setup: Email

Requires Decent Sampler; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker lists the Decent Sampler library as free. The maker’s form requests an email address. Choose the Decent Sampler version; its Kontakt version requires full Kontakt.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Motorlab (Free Edition)

Venus Theory & Dave Hilowitz · VST3 / AU

Synth textures made from recorded electric motors.

Setup: Email

Requires Decent Sampler; the library is not a standalone plug-in.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The current maker page lists Motorlab Free Edition at $0. The original URL redirects to the Free Edition variant. The maker requests email for the free download. The library requires Decent Sampler; paid Motorlab variants are separate.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Utilities · 3

Voxengo SPAN

Voxengo · VST3 / AU

Spectrum analyzer with loudness, peak and stereo correlation meters.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies SPAN as a free spectrum analyser. The product page offers direct macOS downloads; checkout was not used.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Voxengo MSED

Voxengo · VST3 / AU

Mid-side encoder and decoder for adjusting a mix's center and sides.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies MSED as free. The product page offers direct macOS downloads; checkout was not used.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

Voxengo Sound Delay

Voxengo · VST3 / AU

Precise delay in samples or milliseconds for lining up signals.

Setup: No account or email requirement recorded; confirm on the maker’s page.

Primary maker evidence reviewed; the product page responded successfully. Checked 2026-10-13.

The maker identifies Sound Delay as free. The product page offers direct macOS downloads; checkout was not used.

Free access does not establish permission to redistribute the software or samples with Dawnamite.

These links open external maker pages. Dawnamite does not distribute or install these products. Free use does not establish permission to copy their software or sample libraries. Account or email requirements belong to the external provider.

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