MZTK (aka lazydog) has released a beta version of SIM3X, a freeware virtual analogue synthesizer in VSTi plugin format for Windows.
SIM3X is available for free download via Music-Society (3.6MB download size, 32-bit VSTi plugin format for Windows). Please note that you will need to be a registered Music-Society forum member in order to get the download link. The registration process itself is completely free.
The synth features the standard VA layout with the addition of a handy Randomize All button. It also features a useful OSC mixer section for quick and easy control over the available DCOs. There are plenty of modulation sources to experiment with as well, including a couple of envelopes, LFOs, and a selection of external modulation sources. SIM3X was made with SynthEdit and is only compatible with 32-bit host applications on Windows.
If you don’t mind going through the registration process on the Music-Society forum, then SIM3X is totally worth a look. It’s not the most powerful VA synthesizer out there, but it’s fun to use and also suitable for learning the basics of subtractive synthesis programming.
Video Demo
Check out the SIM3X demo video:
