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Home Hosts - VST
What will I find in this category?
Here you will find software which will allow you to host and use VST instrument and effect plug-ins. Hosts may be incorporated in production suites and sequencers or be stand-alone applications. For a large selection of VST plug-ins see the Plug-ins - VST and Plug-ins - VSTi categories.

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Software Title Description OS License Released
Ableton Live v4.1.4 Real Time Music Production Solution.MacDemo01-Jun-05
Ableton Live v7.0.5 Real Time Music Production Solution. (Compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas). Go to the full commercial version of Ableton LiveWinDemo08-Apr-08
Acoustica Premium Edition v4.0 Build 363 Audio editing program that offers a large range of high quality audio tools and effects.WinDemo30-Oct-07
Adobe Audition v3.0 Professional audio editing environment - Mixing, editing, effects processing.WinDemo20-Mar-80
Aero Studio 1.0.11.13 Virtual music studio.WinDemo10-Aug-04
Amadeus II v3.8.7 Direct-to-disk sound editor and analyzer with MP3 support.MacShareware19-Nov-05
Amadeus II v3.8.7 Direct-to-disk sound editor and analyzer with MP3 support.MacShareware22-May-06
Amadeus Pro v1.2.1 Multitrack audio editor. Hosts VST plugins.MacShareware10-Jan-08
Analog Box v2.37 Standalone modular software synthesizer that can also host VST plug-ins.WinFreeware22-Apr-07
Aodix v4.2.0.1 Powerful sequencer supporting ASIO2 and VST plug-ins.WinShareware10-Apr-06
Ardour v2.4.1 Record, edit and mix multitrack audio. Hosts VST plugins.LinuxFreeware10-Apr-08
Ardour v2.4.1 Record, edit and mix multitrack audio. Hosts VST plugins.MacFreeware10-Apr-08
Audacity v1.2.6 Stable Free cross-platform multi-track sound editor.WinOpen Source16-Nov-06
Audacity v1.2.6 Stable Free cross-platform multi-track sound editor.MacOpen Source16-Nov-06
Audacity v1.2.6 Stable Free cross-platform multi-track sound editor.LinuxOpen Source16-Nov-06
Audacity v1.3.3 Beta Cross-platform multi-track sound editor.MacOpen Source22-Oct-07
Audacity v1.3.4 Beta Cross-platform multi-track sound editor.LinuxOpen Source13-Nov-07
Audacity v1.3.4 Beta Cross-platform multi-track sound editor.WinOpen Source13-Nov-07
Audio Hijack Pro v2.8.1 Add professional-quality DSP effects to audio output from any application as well as record.MacDemo19-Mar-08
AudioMulch v1.0 Real-time sound synthesis, music composition and audio processing.WinShareware21-Feb-06
BeRoTracker Classic Alpha Tracker/VST Host.WinFreeware13-Sep-05
Bidule v0.9650 Realtime modular creation studio.MacDemo03-Mar-07
Bidule v0.9650 Realtime modular creation studio.WinDemo03-Mar-07
Cakewalk Project5 v2 Complete soft synth workstation for musicians. Go to the full commercial version of Cakewalk Project5WinDemo03-May-05
Cantabile Lite v1.2 Build 1243 VST host, MIDI recorder and audio recorder.WinFreeware31-Oct-06
Cantabile v1.2 Build 1260 VST host, MIDI recorder and audio recorder.WinDemo10-Dec-07
console v1.6.1 Plug-in host for VSTi, VST, DX and DXi.WinDemo22-Mar-07
CPS 1.45 CPS is a graphical environment for making realtime interactive 'machines'.MacFreeware01-Feb-04
Cubase VST/32 5.2 PB1 Demo Steinberg's Cubase VST/32 5 Demo.WinDemo21-Oct-02
DarkWave Studio 20071027 Modular Virtual Studio for the creation of electronic music.WinFreeware27-Oct-07
Deckadance v1.20 DJ mixing application. [VST]WinDemo03-Jan-08
Deckadance v1.20 DJ mixing application. [VST]MacDemo03-Jan-08
Dex Tracker v0.017 Provides a tracker interface to use VST and Csound instruments and effects.WinFreeware07-May-07
djDecks v0.86 Ultimate DJ MP3 OGG WAV mixing tool. Supports VST effects.WinShareware06-Jan-08
Dreamer 1.5 Expandable virtual studio.WinDemo07-Jan-04
DSP-Quattro v2.1.2 A powerful sound editor.MacDemo02-May-05
DSP-Quattro v2.5 Sound editor.MacDemo22-Nov-07
Effektor Transforms any ASIO compatible program into a plug-in that can be integrated into a patch of VST plug-ins.WinDemo20-Apr-06
Elevayta VST Rak v1.18 Digital audio processing VST host.WinFreeware12-Feb-06
EnergyXT v2.0.7 Modular MIDI and audio environment VST plug-in that can host VST plug-ins.LinuxDemo02-Mar-08
EnergyXT v2.0.7 Modular MIDI and audio environment VST plug-in that can host VST plug-ins.WinDemo02-Mar-08
EnergyXT v2.0.7 Modular MIDI and audio environment VST plug-in that can host VST plug-ins.MacDemo02-Mar-08
Extreme Sample Converter v3.5.5 Multifunctional audio program, browser, player, and program editor with advanced conversion between different sample formats.WinDemo27-Feb-08
FL Studio v8.0 Music production environment capable of multi-track audio recording, sequencing and mixing for the creation of professional quality songs or realistic drum loops.WinDemo09-Feb-08
forte v1.6.93 Virtual instrument rack for soft-synth plug-ins.WinDemo19-Jul-06
FutureDecks Pro v1.1 DJ setup with 2 decks, pro mixer and playlists.MacDemo29-Jan-08
FutureDecks Pro v1.1 DJ setup with 2 decks, pro mixer and playlists.WinDemo29-Jan-08
G Audio manipulation environment.WinDemo20-Apr-04
GUidHost 2.4.1 Multiple VST Instrument HostMacShareware24-Nov-03
GUidMachine v4.0.6 Step sequencer combined with a sample player and some unique featuresMacFreeware12-Jan-07
HostX v1.0.7 Free standing VSTi Host ApplicationMacFreeware15-Nov-06
Infinity v2.0 Create Your Own Synthesizers, Samplers and Digital Audio EffectsWinDemo04-Jan-02
Jamstix v2.2.1 Virtual Drummer that can jam with you and your music. [VST]WinDemo02-Apr-08
Jost v0.4.6 Native VST, LADSPA, DSSI host.LinuxOpen Source22-Mar-08
kil2 v2.2 Freeware Simple VST host.Macfreeware
KORE v2.0.1 Uniting all your NI and third party VST and Audio Units instruments and effects into a single platform, KORE presents them in a single, clearly structured, uniform interface. Inside your sequencer KORE becomes a plug-in. [VST/RTAS]WinDemo05-Jan-08
KORE v2.0.1 Uniting all your NI and third party VST and Audio Units instruments and effects into a single platform, KORE presents them in a single, clearly structured, uniform interface. Inside your sequencer KORE becomes a plug-in. [VST/AU/RTAS]MacDemo05-Jan-08
KRISTAL Audio Engine v1.0.1 Multitrack recorder, audio sequencer and mixer.WinFreeware05-Jun-04
LUNA Pre-Release v8.4 Alternative, ultra-light virtual music studio.WinFreeware22-Mar-07
LUNA Pre-Release v8.4 Alternative, ultra-light virtual music studio.MacFreeware22-Mar-07
MadTracker v2.6.1 Tracker for music composition with support for MIDI, VST and ReWire.WinFreeware01-Aug-05
Maize Studio v1.2 Modular audio environment.WinFreeware30-Mar-08
Making Waves v5.36 Easy to use sample sequencing software package.WinShareware14-Aug-06
Matryx v1.1.6 Step sequencer designed for complex loop creation. [VST Host]WinShareware18-Jan-08
Max/MSP v4.6.3 Graphical programming environment for performers, composers, teachers, artists and students.WinDemo17-May-07
Max/MSP v4.6.3 Graphical programming environment for performers, composers, teachers, artists and students.MacDemo17-May-07
Melodyne Studio Edition v3.2.2 Audio editor, effects and post-processorWinDemo12-Dec-07
Melodyne Studio Edition v3.2.2 Audio editor, effects and post-processor.MacDemo12-Dec-07
Metro LX v6.4.3 (Pre-Release) High-powered sequencer for the design of professional audio projects.MacDemo06-Mar-08
Metro SE v6.4.3 (Pre-Release) High-powered sequencer for the design of professional audio projects.MacDemo06-Mar-08
Metro v6.4.3 (Pre-Release) High-powered sequencer for the design of professional audio projects.MacDemo06-Mar-08
MiniHost v1.64 Free full-fledged ASIO host that loads VST plug-ins (instruments & effects).WinDonationware07-Apr-05
MissWatson v1.0b1 VST host designed for debugging and batch processing.MacFreeware13-Jul-06
MissWatson v1.0b1 VST host designed for debugging and batch processing.WinFreeware13-Jul-06
MixMeister Fusion v7.2 Mix audio and video for live DJ performances, webcasts, or unattended playback.MacDemo24-Jan-08
MixMeister Fusion v7.2 Mix audio and video for live DJ performances, webcasts, or unattended playback.WinDemo24-Jan-08
MixMeister Studio v7.2 Advanced software for producing commercial-quality DJ mixes.WinShareware24-Jan-08
MixMeister Studio v7.2 Advanced software for producing commercial-quality DJ mixes.MacShareware24-Jan-08
MultitrackStudio v4.31 An audio/MIDI recording and mixing environment targeted at home recording musicians.WinDemo05-Dec-07
MusE v0.9 MIDI & audio sequencer.LinuxOpen Source04-Sep-07
Music Studio Independence v1.22 MIDI sequencer, DAW which can host VST.WinShareware11-Oct-06
Music Studio Producer v1.22 Free MIDI sequenecer, DAW which can host VST(i).WinFreeware11-Oct-06
n-Track Studio v5.1.1 build 2313 Multi-track recording software with support for realtime effects.WinShareware28-Oct-07
Orion Platinum v7.1 All-in-one music making suite - Multitrack recorder, VST/DX host and more.WinDemo29-Oct-06
Orion Pro v7.0 A virtual music studio suite.WinTrial07-Aug-06
OscillaStation v2.08 Complete music recording, composing, performing and production system. Supports VST.WinShareware20-Oct-06
OUTI v2.0 A real-time loops player. Supports VST plug-ins.WinFreeware08-Nov-05
OUTI v2.1 A real-time loops player. Supports VST plug-ins.MacFreeware08-Nov-05
OxyWaveZ Live 2.15 ASIO real-time effects processor and recorder for guitarists and singers.WinShareware01-Jul-04
PlugAdmin Pro v2.0 Plug-in administratior - AU/VST/MAS/RTAS.MacDemo10-Jul-06
PlugAdmin Pro v2.0 Plug-in administratior - VST.WinDemo01-Sep-05
Plugin Consultant v1.1 VST debug software for plug-in and host developers.WinOpen Source03-Jan-06
Plugin Consultant v1.1 X VST debug software for plug-in and host developers.MacOpen Source03-Jan-06
pMix v1.0 Composition and performance tool that facilitates the control of multiple plugin parameters using an intuitive graphical interface.MacFreeware12-Mar-08
Podium v1.98 Audio workstation - recorder, sequencer, VST support, editor & more.WinDemo25-Feb-08
Psycle v1.8.5 Music creation tool based on a tracker interface. Hosts VST plugins.WinOpen Source08-Oct-07
QuickAudio v2.0 Audio editor. VST host.WinFreeware04-Sep-07
QuickScore Elite Level II v12.0.5 Comprehensive, integrated software for music composition.WinDemo17-Dec-06
Reaper v2.201 Record, arrange, edit, mix and render audio.WinShareware07-Apr-08
Renoise v1.9.1 Professional music tracker and composing tool. Hosts VST plugins.WinDemo06-Feb-08
Renoise v1.9.1 Professional music tracker and composing tool. Hosts VST plugins.MacDemo06-Feb-08
Renoise v1.9.1 beta 2 Professional music tracker and composing tool. Hosts VST plugins.LinuxDemo06-Feb-08
reViSiT v0.92.1 Beta Tracking software for VST hosts.WinFreeware13-Mar-08
Rosegarden v1.6.1 Professional audio and MIDI sequencer, score editor, and general-purpose music composition and editing environment.LinuxOpen Source06-Jan-08
Samplitude v10.0.1 Professional recording, editing, mixing and mastering software.WinDemo21-Dec-07
SAVIHost v1.32 Crafted for the sole purpose of automatically loading exactly one VSTi.WinFreeware10-Jan-08
SAWStudio Lite v4.1 Trimmed down version of the professional audio editior and mixer.WinDemo27-Jan-07
SAWStudio v4.1 Professional audio editior and mixer. Hosts VST plug-ins.WinDemo27-Jan-07
Sequential Vibes v1.01 Pattern orientated audio sequencerWinDemo07-Aug-03
Signum S1100 Emulation of the AKAI S1100 sampler with plug-in support.WinFreeware20-Apr-06
Skale Tracker v0.81 Free music composition software.LinuxFreeware11-Feb-06
Skale Tracker v0.81 Free music composition software.WinFreeware11-Feb-06
SONAR v7 Digital multitrack recording system. Go to the full commercial version of Cakewalk SONARWinDemo01-Nov-07
Sonic Visualiser v1.2 View and analyse the contents of music audio files.WinOpen Source22-Feb-08
Sonic Visualiser v1.2 View and analyse the contents of music audio files.MacOpen Source22-Feb-08
Sonic Visualiser v1.2 View and analyse the contents of music audio files.LinuxOpen Source22-Feb-08
Sony Acid Pro v6.0d Build 363 Create professional, royalty-free music with this loop-based production tool. Go to the full commercial version of Sony Acid ProWinDemo12-Dec-06
Sound Forge v9.0e Professional Digital Audio Editor for Windows. Hosts VST plug-ins.WinTrial29-Jan-07
soundBlade v1.1 Production tool, designed to record, edit, process, restore and deliver audio on CD, DDP or as AIFF, WAV or BWF files for further processing.MacDemo19-Dec-06
SQ4² 2.00.09 Analogue Sequencer/VSTI-Host.WinShareware04-Jan-05
SVArTracker v1.22 Virtual studio with tracker interface.WinFreeware24-Jan-08
SynthEdit v1.015 beta Modular Synthesiser - Make your own VST synths and effects.WinDemo21-Apr-06
SynthEdit v1.016 Modular Synthesiser - Make your own VST synths and effects.WinDemo13-Aug-06
SynthFont v1.112 MIDI playing/rendering tool that uses SoundFonts.WinDonationware26-Mar-08
Synthmaker v1.0.9 Create virtual software synthesizers.WinTrial07-Dec-07
Temper v1.2.1 Audio sequencer with an emphasis on MIDIWinTrial12-Jan-08
Tracktion v2.1.0.11 Clean, clutter-free audio/MIDI workstation. Go to the full commercial version of TracktionMacDemo20-Apr-07
Tracktion v2.1.0.11 Clean, clutter-free audio/MIDI workstation.WinDemo20-Apr-07
Translator v2.9.113 Sample file format converter.WinDemo15-Apr-08
Tunafish v1.8 Music sequencer supporting VST.WinDemo14-Apr-07
Ugly VSTi Interface v0.3 Freeware VSTi Host.MacFreeware01-Sep-05
Ugly VSTi Interface v1.1 Free VSTi shell for Macs; multiple audio options.MacFreeware05-Mar-02
Usine v3.63 Modular VST host/wrapper oriented for live performanceWinShareware15-Apr-08
VAZ 2010 v2 Virtual Analogue Synth Emulator.WinDemo04-Sep-04
VAZ Modular 3.0.3 The hardware equivalent of up to 16 modular synths, a sampler, sequencer & 16 Channel Mixer.WinDemo14-Jun-04
VST Oversampler v1.4 VST plug-in that hosts another VST Plugin.WinFreeware07-Feb-08
VST Wrapper v4.20 VST-MAS plug-in wrapper.MacDemo06-Aug-06
VSTHost v1.45 Free VST Host.WinOpen Source10-Jan-08
VSTi Host v3.11 Standalone host for VST and VSTi plugins.MacDemo01-Mar-03
VSTi Host v3.13 Standalone host for VST and VSTi plugins.MacDemo23-Aug-06
Wave Power v2.1 Modular real-time sound processing application.WinDemo29-Aug-06
Wavosaur v1.0.2.0 Audio sample editor. Supports VST plug-ins.WinFreeware25-Mar-08

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