Decent Sampler is a free player for sample libraries in DecentSampler format. It plays .dspreset and .dslibrary files and is available as a standalone app or plugin. Windows 10 and later support VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone formats in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. On Mac, Intel and Apple Silicon systems support VST, VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone options. Linux support covers x64 and ARM64 through VST, VST3, and standalone formats; an iOS AUv3 and standalone version is also linked from the product page. Supported sample formats include WAV, AIFF, and FLAC, and the product lists sample mapping and round-robin playback. The product page lists version 1.34.0, with updates including shelf EQ, darker delay repeats, and switching modulators on and off. Guides cover Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic, and GarageBand. Downloading the plugin requires entering an email address. People creating sample libraries need WAV or AIFF files and a text editor, with format documentation available.
Who it is for
Decent Sampler suits musicians who need to play libraries made in DecentSampler format on a supported computer or iOS device. Library creators can use the format documentation and listed WAV or AIFF file requirements.
What is good
- Free player for DecentSampler libraries.
- Available as a plugin and standalone app.
- Supports Windows, Mac, Linux, and iOS.
- Plays WAV, AIFF, and FLAC samples.
What to know first
- Download requires an email address.
- Library creation requires WAV or AIFF files and a text editor.
Verdict
Decent Sampler provides a free player across desktop platforms and iOS, with plugin and standalone options. Check the format and platform requirements, and note that downloading requires an email address.
Decent Sampler plans and pricing
All plansCompared on sampler software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Plugin support
- both
- Sample mapping
- Yes
- Round-robin playback
- Yes
- Supported sample formats
- WAV, AIFF, FLAC
- Standalone app
- Yes
