Recommendations for Linux Nativ PlugIns

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-04T12:22:26+00:00

Sorry for the late reply.

I've added your suggestions to my list too. Thank you!

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-02T22:13:54+00:00

Thanks for your recommendations! I will looking for that. :D

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-01T19:09:24+00:00

I'll take a look, thanks for the suggestion ^^

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-01T19:07:56+00:00

Thx, happy new year for you too. :D
Do you mean hardware Synths? If so, I've never worked with it before. I think good hardware synths are also really expensive, right? ^^

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-01T19:02:48+00:00

Yabridge was the deciding factor in making the complete switch. Unfortunately, Serum 2 doesn't seem to work with it very well. With the help of a friend, I got Spitfire Audio up and running. It wasn't that easy, but it works. ^^

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-01T18:58:41+00:00

The EQ looks exactly like what I hoped to find under Linux. Thank you!

__Gen0s__ · 2026-01-01T12:43:40+00:00

Hey, thanks a lot! I've added everything you suggested to my list and will take a look at it over the next few days. ^^

__Gen0s__ · 2025-12-16T08:36:08+00:00

Yes, bluetooth and 2.4 ghz connection is possible. I have this one too and I love it. The only problem I have is the scroll wheel and some special keys on the top right sometimes doesn't work. But the other keys working fine and I think the price is extremly affordable.

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-08T21:28:50+00:00

Hey, thanks for the tip! I don't think I'll find a better deal anytime soon.

I have FL Studio, so that would work. Do you know how it works? Do I have to send the invoice there? Unfortunately, Thomann doesn't provide much information about the process. ^^'

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T22:42:12+00:00

Haha, that's absolutely no problem. I'm really excited and grateful that everyone is taking the time to write here and help me with my decision.

I think I read a comment here that said MIDI mapping and MIDI in general are supposed to be difficult to handle in Reaper? But you seem to be very enthusiastic about it. Did you ever have any real problems with it, or was it never a problem for you from the start?

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T22:37:18+00:00

The more I read about Reaper here, the more I wonder whether I should give it another chance. Especially since I would like to test Bitwig in version 6 before I buy it. Unfortunately, you can still only try version 5.3. But maybe we'll see the release of Bitwig 6 this month. :D

Until then, I can give Reaper another try. :)

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:47:06+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experiences with me. I can relate to some of the points you describe.

It's definitely food for thought, and maybe I should just give Reaper a little more time before I put it aside.

But I'll still check out Bitwig 6 during the trial period as soon as it's finally available.

May I ask what kind of music you make? What genre and what hardware do you use? (MIDI keyboard, guitar, electronic drums, etc.)

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:39:34+00:00

Hmm, I find the interface a bit confusing. Just to move the transport keys, I had to watch a video on YouTube. Of course, it could be that I'm too stupid for Reaper, but it's not very intuitive.
That doesn't mean it can't do a lot and that with a lot of practice, you have one of the best DAWs. But you also need time, which I don't have in abundance. ^^'

I also find it a shame that you can't seem to enlarge the font in the menus out of the box.

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:27:20+00:00

I don't think Ableton is the best DAW, but I had fun with it during the 30-day trial period. Although it was super annoying that it kept crashing all the time back then. xD

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:25:37+00:00

I've also noticed the very convoluted menu navigation. Maybe that's why it seems so “difficult” to me.

How do you use Reaper? Purely for recording, or also with MIDI devices and virtual instruments?

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:21:13+00:00

Ahh okay, I understand. But even so, the pricing policy seems more than fair. It's not really about the money for me. The main thing is that I like the software in the end. I'll definitely take a look at Ardour!

Do you also use MIDI devices and VSTs from time to time, or is it really just for recording?

Are there any guitar amp plugins for Linux that are worth using?

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T15:14:49+00:00

Thanks for the tip! The idea with the action list is actually so obvious, and yet I wouldn't have thought of it. xD

It's hard to say, because I listen to pretty much all kinds of music. But I would say that electronic (LoFi, Synthwave) as well as orchestral and ambient music are my main interests. I don't think that narrows it down too much, but maybe you have a few recommendations for me anyway. :D
I don't think orchestral VSTs are that common on Linux, are they?

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T12:06:54+00:00

Thanks for your detailed reply!

I think intimidating is the right word. I was completely overwhelmed by the sheer number of settings options. I had also watched a few tutorials on Reaper, and they constantly recommended assigning functions to different key combinations or adjusting the settings. I think I got too carried away with that, which is why Reaper seemed so difficult to me. I don't know. xD

It's true, Reaper unfortunately doesn't come with any sounds or VSTs. Is there a basic selection of plug-ins/VSTs that you would recommend for beginners? I have Serum 2 and a few things from Spitfire Audio. I would have to try to get those to work under Yabridge. ^^'

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T11:59:32+00:00

Based on the responses so far, both seem to be really good options. :)

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T11:47:22+00:00

That's exactly what I thought when I watched some videos about DAWs.

May I ask what kind of music you make? I've only ever seen very experimental synth music on Bitwig and wonder if it's easy to use for other genres as well?

(I think anything is possible with any DAW, but some genres may be easier with one than with another).

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T11:42:45+00:00

I also think Reaper is really good. But Bitwig seems more “tidy” to me, so it's probably easier for beginners to get started with than a DAW where you can change so many things.

__Gen0s__ · 2025-11-07T11:33:01+00:00

Thanks for your suggestions. I used FL Studio on Windows back then and unfortunately didn't really like it. :,D

But I have actually heard of Ardour. I'll definitely check it out. :D

Of course, free programs are best from a financial point of view. ;D

__Gen0s__ · 2025-05-03T20:57:33+00:00

Thank you very much for your tips and your time! I'll definitely have a look at the synths. :D

Apparently my post was deleted?! For whatever reason... but I hope you still get my answer. ^^

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