Decent Sampler vs Sitala
Decent Sampler
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| Figure | Decent Sampler | Sitala |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Sampler Software | 8.8 (#2) | 7.3 (#21) |
| Linux support | Linux x64 and ARM64 are supported in VST, VST3, and standalone formats. | Linux is not supported in Sitala 2, though the maker keeps the previous release available for download. |
| What it does | Decent Sampler is a free sample player for instruments stored in the DecentSampler .dspreset and .dslibrary formats. | Sitala is a drum sampler for drum hits and one-shots, with 16 pads that each play one sample triggered by a MIDI note. |
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Decent Sampler
Decent Sampler is a free sample player for libraries in DecentSampler format. It opens.dspreset and.dslibrary files and is available as a standalone app or a plugin. Supported systems include Windows 10 and later, Mac computers with Intel or Apple Silicon, Linux x64 and ARM64, and iOS; plugin formats differ by platform. Its supported sample formats include WAV, AIFF, and FLAC, and it offers sample mapping and round-robin playback. The product page lists version 1.34.0, with updates including shelf EQ, darker delay repeats, and the ability to turn modulators on or off. Usage guides cover Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic, and GarageBand. Downloading requires an email address. The maker also provides library-creation documentation and directs creators to its Q&A page and Pianobook Discord help channel. Bug reports can be submitted through a contact form or bug tracker, which requires a separate account. The listed price is free.