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.
Analog Box Alternatives
Analog Box is described as 'For the circuit makers, hardware tinkers and the electronica music producers who want an electrifying live performance' and is an app in the audio & music category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Analog Box for Windows, Mac, Linux and BSD. The best Analog Box alternative is Carla, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Analog Box are Kushview Element, Pedalboard 2, Bidule and Rack Performer.
Alternatives list
- 44 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
25 Pedalboard 2 alternativesA 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
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
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25 Rack Performer alternativesRack Performer is a high-level modular environment hosting VST plugins and internal modules (over 100 and counting), with MIDI support, multi-channel audio I/O and internal processing, complete automatic patch-delay compensation, sample accurate sequencing, low jitter and...
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vPlayer is a standalone software developed for quick testing new vst/au instruments without the need to use any DAW. But also for playing a quick loading jam session using your favourite instruments, playing up to 4 instruments at same time using up to 4 different keyboards and...
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
28 Gig Performer alternativesBuild and control your live music rig with Gig Performer to transform and elevate your live performing experience by gaining complete control over the sound of your instrument or voice.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
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
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Usine is a modular environment for live music and real-time installations. You can create and customize your live set to fit it exactly to your needs--spontaneous electronic music creation, including live sampling, effect processing, or sound design.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
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inTone 2 works as a simple jamming tool as well as a sophisticated playback machine. It is a live production mixer that processes multiple audio inputs with studio plug-ins.
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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
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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
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