Carla is an audio plugin host, with support for many audio drivers and plugin formats. It has some nice features like automation of parameters via MIDI CC (and send output back as MIDI too) and full OSC control.
DDMF Metaplugin Alternatives
DDMF Metaplugin is described as 'Metaplugin is a plugin that loads other plugins. As simple as that. Build your own effect networks with this plugin wrapper using any VST/VST3 (and AU, if you’re on Mac) effect you already have on your harddisk' and is an app. There are more than 10 alternatives to DDMF Metaplugin for Windows, Mac, Linux and BSD. The best DDMF Metaplugin alternative is Carla, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DDMF Metaplugin are Kushview Element, New Sonic Arts Freestyle, VSTForx and VSTHost.
Alternatives list
45 Carla alternatives
Element is a cross-platform, modular AU/VST audio plugin host. Create powerful effects racks and instruments by connecting plugins to one another. Load graphs on the fly for quick access to your sounds.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
24 New Sonic Arts Freestyle alternativesLive, modular sound design environment that enables a user to combine, split, layer and chain their VST instruments and FX.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
+2
VSTForx is a full-modular effect network creation tool which comes as a VST-plugin. With VSTForx you are able to load any number of VST-plugins and connect them anyway you want.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
A VST (plus AudioUnit on OSX) plugin host designed for live use. Based on the JUCE 'audio plugin host' code, heavily modified to better suit my purposes.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
You might use a complete DAW to record your music, but when you are in front of your audience, it may be easier to use something dedicated to live situations. And during live situations, the access to your instruments and effects must be fast and intuitive.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
+2
Plogue Bidule is a modular audio software with full VST, Audio Unit and Rewire support.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
+1
28 Blue Cat's PatchWork alternativesBlue Cat's PatchWork is a universal plug-ins patchbay that can host up to 64 VST, VST3, Audio Unit or built-in plug-ins into any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) in one instance.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
+3
KSHMR Chain is an innovative utility that instantly copies your plugin chain from one track to countless others. Say goodbye to Copy & Paste.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
Ever get a new DAW you really, really liked, only to realize it won’t host the plugins you want to use?
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
Superplugin is a complementary plugin to DDMF Metaplugin. It utilizes the same complex plugin chaining system and is suitable for creating simpler chains. The built-in 4-band frequency splitter adds complexity to its operations.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
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