Sample Dicer
What Sample Dicer is
Sample Dicer is a four-layer one-shot sampler for turning raw audio into playable sounds that evolve as they are triggered. Each drag-and-drop layer has waveform, volume, pitch, start, shift, and fade controls. Users can randomize samples and parameters together or separately, lock layers, and return to the previous roll with Back. Playback features include per-trigger evolution, Round Robin, Burst repeat, chromatic key tracking, and up to 16 voices of polyphony. The interface has twenty colour themes, scalable presets, and an optional Glitch Mode that changes sound and visuals. It is available as AU and VST3 plug-ins and as a standalone application, for macOS and Windows. The maker lists uses including music production, sound design, live performance, sample-library creation, rapid prototyping, games, film, video, and podcasts. Free indie use allows commercial releases without royalties or attribution below the stated company revenue and project budget thresholds; a paid commercial license is required if either threshold is reached.
Who it suits
Sample Dicer suits sound designers, musicians, and creators working with games, film, video, podcasts, or live performance. Free indie use fits users whose company revenue and project budget remain below the stated thresholds.
What it does well
- Four layers have individual sound controls.
- Randomization can include samples and parameters.
- Supports Round Robin and 16-voice polyphony.
- Includes AU, VST3, and standalone versions.
- Free indie commercial use has no royalties or attribution.
What to know first
- Requires macOS 26.0 or later, or Windows 10 or 11.
- Windows requires a 64-bit system and VST3-compatible host.
- A paid license is required at either stated threshold.
Limits
Free indie use applies while combined annual company revenue is below USD 1,000,000 and the project’s production and development budget is below USD 250,000. A paid commercial license is required if either threshold is reached.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free indie use | Combined annual company revenue below USD 1,000,000 · project production and development budget below USD 250,000 | Free |
As sampledicer.pro lists them, read 5 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the Sample Dicer website.
- Choose the standalone application or an AU or VST3 plug-in format.
- On macOS, use macOS 26.0 or later; for AU, use Logic Pro or another AU host.
- On Windows, use Windows 10 or 11 on a 64-bit system with a VST3-compatible host.
- Use free indie licensing only while company revenue and project budget remain below their thresholds; obtain a paid commercial license if either threshold is reached.
Verdict
Sample Dicer combines layered sampling, randomization, and performance features in plug-in and standalone formats. Check the system requirements and commercial-use thresholds before choosing it.
Questions
Is Sample Dicer free?
Yes. Its Free indie use plan costs nothing, subject to company revenue and project-budget limits.
When is a paid commercial license required?
If combined annual company revenue reaches USD 1,000,000 or the project’s production and development budget reaches USD 250,000.
Which formats and platforms does it support?
It is available as AU and VST3 plug-ins and as a standalone application, for macOS and Windows. The maker lists macOS 26.0 or later and Windows 10 or 11 on a 64-bit system with a VST3-compatible host.
Can I use Sample Dicer in Logic Pro?
The AU version is described for Logic Pro and other AU hosts.
Can indie users monetize their work?
Eligible free indie users can publish and monetize music, games, films and sound effects without royalties or attribution.
How many layers and voices does it support?
It has four sound layers and supports up to 16 voices of polyphony.
Facts from Sample Dicer's own pages
- Commercial use
- Eligible users can publish and monetize music, games, films and sound effects with no royalties or attribution. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Formats and hosts
- Sample Dicer is available as AU and VST3 plug-ins and a standalone application; the AU version is described for Logic Pro and other AU hosts. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Interface
- The interface offers twenty colour themes, scalable interface presets and an optional Glitch Mode that changes sound and visuals. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Layer controls
- Its four drag-and-drop slots provide waveform, volume, pitch, start, shift and fade controls for each sound. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- License limits
- A paid commercial license is required if either the combined annual company revenue reaches USD 1,000,000 or the project's production and development budget reaches USD 250,000. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Performance features
- It includes per-trigger evolution, Round Robin, Burst repeat and chromatic key tracking. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Product
- Sample Dicer is a four-layer one-shot sampler that turns raw audio into playable, evolving sounds. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Randomization
- Users can randomize samples and parameters together or separately, lock layers, and recall the previous roll with Back. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker invites questions, feedback and licensing inquiries and offers donations to fund features and maintenance. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The maker lists macOS 26.0 or later and Windows 10 or 11 on a 64-bit system with a VST3-compatible host. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
- Use cases
- The maker lists game development, film, video and podcasts, music production, sound design, live performance, rapid prototyping and sample-library creation as use cases. · sampledicer.pro, 5 Oct 2026
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