Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Platforms
- Linux
- BSD

Helm is described as 'Free, cross-platform, polyphonic synthesizer with a powerful modulation system. Helm runs on GNU/Linux, Mac, and Windows as a standalone program or LV2/VST/VST3/AU plugin' and is a music production app in the audio & music category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Helm for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and iPad apps. The best Helm alternative is Vital, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Helm are ZynAddSubFX, Odin 2, Dexed and Cycle.io.

Oxe FM Synth is a touch-sensitive, realtime polyphonic FM-based music synthesizer created and maintained by Oxe Software.



Serum VST is a Wavetable Synthesizer, which pre-installed or imported Wavetables can be used to create synthesized sounds.

Serum is the most popular commercial alternative to Helm.
SynthMaster One is an easy to use wavetable synthesizer with an intuitive workflow. With its simple layout, rich wavetable/waveform content and inspiring factory presets library, designing new sounds with SynthMaster One is a real joy.




This program was created to make playing music on a computer more intuitive and affordable for anyone who wants to make music. It offers the most natural way to make music by simply using your touch screen or your hand in front of the web cam.

