samplv1
samplv1 provides polyphonic sample synthesis with stereo effects, including standalone JACK client support.
About samplv1
samplv1 is an open-source, old-school all-digital polyphonic sampler synthesizer with built-in stereo effects, designed for Linux audio production. It operates as a standalone JACK client with JACK-session and NSM support, accepts both JACK MIDI and ALSA MIDI input, and can also function as an LV2 instrument plug-in for compatible digital audio workstations.
The software is distributed under the GNU General Public License version 2 or later, with source code and pre-built binaries available via its SourceForge project page. Optional build-time dependencies enable additional features including audio time-stretching and pitch-shifting, OSC support for NSM, and FFT-based processing.
Key features
- Standalone JACK client with JACK-session and NSM support
- Supports JACK MIDI and ALSA MIDI input
- Functions as an LV2 instrument plug-in
- Includes built-in stereo audio effects
- All-digital polyphonic sample synthesis
- Optional time-stretching and pitch-shifting support
Best for: Linux audio producers and composers who need a polyphonic sampler for standalone JACK workflows or LV2 plug-in integration.
Good for
- Open-source under GPL v2 or later, allowing free use and modification
- Supports both standalone JACK operation and LV2 plug-in use for flexible workflows
- Offers optional build-time features including time-stretching, pitch-shifting, and NSM support
Watch out for
- No official pre-built binary packages are provided, requiring manual build or use of community packages
- The project notes there are still unresolved bugs despite being considered production-stable
- All documented build and runtime dependencies are Linux-focused, with no other operating system support mentioned
samplv1 at a glance
- Website
- samplv1.sourceforge.io
- Category
- Music & Audio › Audio Editing & Production
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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samplv1 FAQ
What MIDI input standards does samplv1 support?
It supports both JACK MIDI and ALSA MIDI input.
What license is samplv1 distributed under?
It is free open-source software under the GNU General Public License version 2 or later.
Can samplv1 be used as a plug-in in audio software?
Yes, it is available as an LV2 instrument plug-in.
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