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Just a Sample

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Spec score 7.7 #15 of 26 in Sampler Software

What it is

Just a Sample is a free, open-source audio sampler designed around one audio source and one region. It runs as a plugin on Windows, macOS, and Linux, in VST3 and AU formats; there is no standalone app. Its editing tools let users zoom to set sample playback bounds, with waveform drawing optimized for large samples. The integrated Bungee time stretcher changes time and pitch independently and can slow playback to 0.01x. A routable effects chain includes reverb, chorus, distortion, and EQ. Playback controls include waveform mode, editable attack and release curves, equal-power cross-fade looping, pitch bend, and fine-tuning. Users can record samples into the plugin and try experimental auto-tuning to A440, which works best on simple sounds. Samples can be stored in plugin state to avoid external file dependencies, or that option can be disabled. The project uses the MIT License. Its installers are self-signed and may trigger operating-system warnings.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Just a Sample is a modern audio sampler focused on simplicity and ease of use.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Support
The maker asks users to report problems on GitHub and says they may not see feedback posted elsewhere.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Effects
A routable effects chain includes reverb, chorus, distortion, and EQ.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Formats
The plugin is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux in VST3/AU formats.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Installer signing
The maker says installers are self-signed, so operating systems may flag them as unrecognized; Windows may show a SmartScreen warning and macOS may require manually opening the installer.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Open source
The project is free and open-source under the MIT License.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Playback
Features include waveform mode, editable attack and release curves, equal-power cross-fade looping, pitch bend, and fine-tuning.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Recording and tuning
Users can record samples into the plugin and try experimental auto-tuning to A440, which works best on simple sounds.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Sample editing
Users can zoom to individual samples to set playback bounds, and waveform drawing is optimized for large samples.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Sample storage
Samples can be stored in plugin state to remove external file dependencies, and this can be disabled.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Scope
The maker describes the plugin as using a single audio source with a single region.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io
Time and pitch
Its integrated Bungee time stretcher lets users modulate time and pitch independently, with slowdowns to 0.01x.Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io

Plans and prices

Just a Sample Free Free and open-source audio sampler · Windows, macOS, Linux · VST3/AU Read 7 Oct 2026 · binyaminf.itch.io

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free and open-source under the MIT License
  • Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Independent time and pitch modulation
  • Routable reverb, chorus, distortion, and EQ
  • Plugin-state sample storage can remove file dependencies

Limits

  • Plugin-only; no standalone app
  • Single audio source and single region
  • Auto-tuning works best on simple sounds
  • Self-signed installers may trigger OS warnings

Who it suits

It suits musicians who want a plugin sampler with detailed playback shaping across Linux, macOS, or Windows. Its single-source, single-region scope may fit simple sampling needs.

Verdict

Just a Sample offers a focused sampler with fine playback control and a broad set of effects. Its plugin-only, single-region design and installer warnings are worth weighing before choosing it.

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