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  • Joonas Ylänne Releases Free Lumo – Acoustic Guitars for Decent Sampler

    Joonas Ylänne Releases Free Lumo – Acoustic Guitars for Decent Sampler

    Joonas Ylänne has released Lumo – Acoustic Guitars, a free (€0+) Decent Sampler instrument that blends processed pad textures with natural nylon and steel‑string guitar samples.

    This virtual instrument is less about strict realism and more about transforming a familiar instrument into something cinematic and expressive.

    Pads Meet Plucked Strings

    Lumo pairs airy, time‑stretched textures with playable acoustic layers, so you can sit it under a cue as a pad, or play delicate melodic lines that bloom into atmosphere. It’s the first in the Lumo series, where real instruments are recorded and reshaped into new sonic forms.

    Features

    • Works in the free Decent Sampler player
    • Two acoustic sources: Nylon and Steel guitars
    • Three modes per guitar:
      • Envolving – randomized octave notes stretched to extreme lengths
      • Natural – extended-range, realistic plucked tone
      • Particles – delay and granular-processed textures
    • Cinematic pad-meets-guitar character
    • First release in the Lumo series
    • Price: €0+ (pay what you want)

    Free Download

    Lumo – Acoustic Guitars is available now as a free (€0+) Decent Sampler instrument from Joonas Ylänne Gumroad.

  • Joonas Ylänne Releases Doomsday Drums for Decent Sampler (Free & Pro)

    Joonas Ylänne Releases Doomsday Drums for Decent Sampler (Free & Pro)

    Joonas Ylänne has released Doomsday Drums, a cinematic percussion instrument for Decent Sampler that focuses on deep, organic low‑end rather than aggressive trailer hits. Recorded at 192 kHz and performed with felt mallets, the library leans into smooth transients and weighty body, ideal for dark scoring, ambient tension, and subtle dramatic cues.

    Cinematic Low End Without The Bombast

    The concept came out of a real film mix problem: needing big, low percussion that didn’t overpower the scene. By capturing floor toms (and other drums) at very high sample rates, the source can be pitched down up to two octaves without falling apart. Kept intentionally raw, the samples take well to compression or saturation if you want more bite.

    Features

    • Works in the free Decent Sampler player
    • Editions: Essentials (Free) – 3 drum sounds, 18 controls; Pro (€5+) – 8 drum sounds, 65 controls
    • 160 samples total; 5 round‑robins; 4 velocity layers
    • Drums included (Pro): Kick1, Kick2, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Framedrum, Crash
    • Core controls: volume, pan, tune, high‑pass, low‑pass, gain, reverb, delay
    • Recorded at 192 kHz; designed to pitch cleanly up to two octaves down

    Free Download

    Doomsday Drums is available now for Decent Sampler in two editions: Essentials is a free download, and Pro is €5+ on a pay‑what‑you‑want basis. More information at Joonas Ylänne Gumroad.

  • Venus Theory Releases Auras:Lichen Free Decent Sampler Library

    Venus Theory Releases Auras:Lichen Free Decent Sampler Library

    Venus Theory has released Auras:Lichen, a new free Decent Sampler library. This instrument was built from the Soma Terra, an esoteric wooden synthesizer with touch‑sensitive pads known for organic, evolving textures.

    Auras:Lichen focuses on dual‑layer, user‑selectable sources, captured as individual performances. Instead of traditional multisampling, every note was sampled one by one to preserve pitch drift and timbral nuance from the Terra’s unpredictable core.

    Terra To Textures

    The core workflow lets you blend any two sources to sculpt moving pads and atmospheres. Because the Terra doesn’t repeat the same way twice, the captures deliver subtle motion even at static settings, useful for ambient beds, scoring cues, and textural pop layers.

    Engine & Controls

    Inside Decent Sampler, Lichen uses the “auras” engine with controls for Expression, Dynamics, Filtering, and built‑in Effects. The latest Decent Sampler adds Source Select knobs so you can choose and combine layers on the fly. A custom set of experimental Impulse Responses (IRs) is included for transformative spaces and tonal shaping.

    The library ships with 20 handmade presets plus an Init preset. Beware: some combinations can push into feedback‑like, saturated swells – very musical, but intentionally wild.

    Features

    • Free Decent Sampler library by Venus Theory
    • Built from Soma Terra performances (one‑by‑one note sampling)
    • Dual‑layer engine with user‑selectable sources (Source Select knobs)
    • “Auras” engine controls: Expression, Dynamics, Filtering, Effects
    • Experimental IR collection tailored for Lichen
    • 20 presets included + Init
    • Organic, evolving pads and textures in under 200 MB

    Formats & Requirements

    Requires the free Decent Sampler plugin (macOS/Windows/Linux; also available on iOS). Load Auras:Lichen inside Decent Sampler.

    Free Download

    Auras:Lichen library for Decent Sampler is available as a free download from Venus Theory’s Gumroad.

  • Joonas Ylänne Releases Buttons From Hell – Free Decent Sampler Percussion Instrument

    Joonas Ylänne Releases Buttons From Hell – Free Decent Sampler Percussion Instrument

    Joonas Ylänne has released Buttons From Hell, a free experimental percussion instrument for Decent Sampler users.

    What began as an idea to record an instrument through a cassette recorder evolved into a sound design journey focused on the raw clicks, clacks, and mechanical thuds of everyday buttons and switches.

    Mechanical Sounds Turned Industrial Percussion

    Rather than recording traditional instruments, Joonas became fascinated with the tactile noise of objects like guitar pedal switches, light switches, power strips, and computer keyboards. Microphones were placed so close to the buttons that sometimes his fingers barely fit between the mic and the switch. Once captured, these small mechanical sounds were transformed through saturation and effects into gritty industrial percussion, metallic hits, and thudding impacts.

    Visual Interface Reflects the Sound

    To match the rugged and mechanical character of the instrument, Joonas avoided stock GUI layouts and instead designed a fully custom interface using vector graphics and photography. The unique visual design enhances the user experience and reflects the industrial aesthetic of the samples.

    Requires Decent Sampler

    Buttons From Hell runs in Decent Sampler, a free sampler plugin created by David Hilowitz. Decent Sampler is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux in VST, AU, and standalone formats. It offers an easy and accessible way to load custom sample-based instruments.

    Free Download

    Buttons From Hell percussion instrument for Decent Sampler is available now as a free download (donations welcomed) on the Joonas Ylänne Gumroad.

  • Reverb Reflections Releases Free Drumosphere – Ambient Steel Drum

    Reverb Reflections Releases Free Drumosphere – Ambient Steel Drum

    Reverb Reflections has released Drumosphere, a unique ambient steel drum virtual instrument for the free Decent Sampler plugin. Crafted by Levi Goss, the creator of Reverb Reflections, this instrument blends the organic shimmer of steel drums with ambient textures and lofi charm.

    Evolving Ambient Steel Drum Textures

    Drumosphere transforms the distinctive tones of steel drums into lush pads, evolving drones, and melodic fragments. Perfect for ambient, chillout, lofi, or cinematic music producers, it provides an immersive soundscape with rich textures and subtle detail.

    Made for Lofi and Ambient Inspiration

    Designed to bring warmth and nostalgic imperfections to your tracks, Drumosphere captures the soul of the lofi aesthetic. Whether layering mellow chords or crafting abstract atmospheres, the instrument offers sonic depth and character.

    Integration with Decent Sampler

    Drumosphere is designed exclusively for Decent Sampler, offering an intuitive interface and controls for shaping the sound. With user-friendly features and expressive sampling, it’s accessible to musicians at any skill level.

    Pay What You Want

    Drumosphere is available under a Pay What You Want model. A suggested contribution of $15 helps support future developments, but the library can be downloaded for free by entering $0 at checkout.

    Reverb Reflections encourages all musicians to enjoy and share the instrument, regardless of financial situation.

    Free Download

    Drumosphere can be downloaded for free at the Reverb Reflections Gumroad.

  • Free Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ for Decent Sampler Released

    Free Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ for Decent Sampler Released

    Decent Samples has introduced Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ, a sample library capturing the warm analog sound of a 1970s electronic organ. This free library works with the Decent Sampler plugin, offering an authentic recreation of the Baldwin Interlude Model 155.

    Capturing Vintage Character

    The Baldwin Interlude, known as the “Fun Machine,” was sampled at Milkboy the Studio in Philadelphia, a legendary recording space with over 30 years of history. The result is a rich and characterful organ sound that brings nostalgic warmth to any production.

    System Compatibility

    Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ requires Decent Sampler, which is available for:

    • Windows (VST, VST3, AAX, Standalone – 32-bit/64-bit)
    • Mac (Intel & M1) (VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone)
    • Linux (Intel 64-bit) (VST, VST3, Standalone)
    • iOS (AUv3, Standalone)

    Free Download

    Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ is available as a free download. Visit Decent Samples’ website to get the library and bring classic 70s organ tones to your music.

  • Black Chai Audio Releases Free Moody Pianophone for Decent Sampler

    Black Chai Audio Releases Free Moody Pianophone for Decent Sampler

    Black Chai Audio has introduced the Moody Pianophone, a unique hybrid of a toy piano and toy xylophone, now available for free. The instrument blends nostalgic lo-fi character with inspiring atmospheric textures, making it a versatile tool for musicians and producers.

    Lofi Sound with Character

    The Moody Pianophone was sampled using an old smartphone in an untreated bedroom, embracing an authentic lofi aesthetic. The raw recordings were then processed with care to enhance their musicality while retaining their organic imperfections.

    Unique Sound Layers

    • Plucked Sounds: Some keys had a muted, percussive quality, inspiring the addition of dry plucked tones that can be played alongside the main keys or on their own.
    • Ambient Pads: Two crafted pads are included, which can be layered beneath the keys or used independently for a more atmospheric effect.
    • Instant Inspiration: The instrument has 14 presets, offering various tonal combinations to spark creativity.

    Compatibility

    Designed for accessibility, the Moody Pianophone is built for Decent Sampler, allowing anyone to download and play it. It is available for:

    • Windows (VST, VST3, AAX, Standalone – 32-bit/64-bit)
    • Mac (Intel & M1) (VST, VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone)
    • Linux (Intel 64-bit) (VST, VST3, Standalone)
    • iOS (AUv3, Standalone)

    Free Download

    The Moody Pianophone is available now at Black Chai Audio (via Payhip).