Layer Glitch Effects with a Multi-Lane Sequencer
Run several processors at once, then draw, erase, resize, split, and join effect blocks to create precise beat-slicing patterns.
v2.1.5 / Free to download
Glitch2 — Free Glitch VST Plugin & Multi-Effect Sequencer
Turn drums, loops, vocals, and instruments into tightly edited rhythmic variations. This free 64-bit audio effect combines a multi-lane sequencer, 128 MIDI-triggered scenes, and eleven tempo-synced modules for controlled stutters or complete sonic mutation.
WINDOWSMACOSLINUX·VST2 · VST3 · AU
Scene 034 · MUTATE
L1
L2
L3
RNDMMUTATEFREEZE
STUTTER1/32
CRUSH6 BIT
MIX72%
Trigger 128 Unique Scenes from MIDI Notes
Give every scene its own pattern, timing, and effect settings, then switch variations from a keyboard during production or performance.
Shape Audio with Eleven Built-In Effect Modules
Combine retrigger, tape stop, reverser, distortion, delay, and more with tempo-sync plus filter, mix, pan, and volume controls.
Effects rack
11 Glitch Effects for Beat Slicing, Stutter, and Sound Design
Build subtle fills, broken-beat edits, or heavily transformed textures without chaining separate plugins. Multiple modules can run within the same scene, lock to musical divisions, and be balanced with individual filter, mix, pan, and volume controls.
Randomizer
Generate complete scene variations in a single move.
Modulator
Add tempo-shaped movement and rhythmic modulation.
Tape Stop
Slow the signal into a pitched-down tape stop.
Retrigger
Repeat slices for tight stutters and rapid rolls.
Reverser
Flip selected audio blocks backward in time.
Stretcher
Stretch fragments into smeared, elastic textures.
Lofi
Reduce fidelity for crunchy digital degradation.
Distortion
Drive the signal into sharper, heavier harmonics.
Gater
Cut audio into precise rhythmic pulses.
Delay
Create tempo-synced echoes and repeating trails.
Shuffler
Reorder slices into unpredictable new patterns.
Creative workflow
A Glitch Audio Plugin Built for Rhythmic Experimentation
Transform drums and loops
Use retrigger, reverser, gater, shuffler, and stretcher modules to turn familiar grooves into fills, transitions, chopped breaks, and evolving percussion.
Design variations from one source
Store independent timing and effect choices across 128 scenes. Move between restrained edits and aggressive processing without rebuilding the chain.
Keep effects locked to tempo
Set rhythmic values such as straight, dotted, and triplet divisions so stutters, gates, delays, and modulation stay aligned with the project groove.
Explore electronic sound design
Process synths, bass, vocals, field recordings, or full loops for IDM, breakbeat, techno, glitch hop, and experimental production.
Host compatibility
64-Bit VST2, VST3, and AU Plugin for Modern DAWs
Install the VST2 or VST3 edition on Windows and Linux, or choose VST2, VST3, or Audio Units on macOS. The Mac release runs on Intel and Apple Silicon systems. Select the format supported by your operating system and music software.
Ableton Live 10 / 11 / 12FL Studio 20 / 21 / 24Logic Pro X · AUREAPERCubaseBitwig Studio
64-bit only. AAX and RTAS are not supported.
Current release
Download the Free Glitch2 VST Plugin for Your OS
Get Glitch2 v2.1.5 for Windows, macOS, or Linux. Each download contains the compatible 64-bit plugin formats for that platform.
WIN
VST2 · VST38.2 MB ZIP
Windows
Windows 7 or higher · 64-bit · SSE2 CPU
Glitch_2_1_5_Windows_Free.zip
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VST2 · VST3 · AU16.3 MB ZIP
macOS
OS X 10.11 or higher · Intel or Apple Silicon
Glitch_2_1_5_Mac_Free.zip
Download ZIPLIN
VST2 · VST39.9 MB ZIP
Linux
Ubuntu 18 or similar · 64-bit · SSE2 CPU
Glitch_2_1_5_Linux_Free.zip
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Frequently Asked Questions About Glitch2 VST
Free, forever
Made in memory of Kieran Foster.
Glitch2 is free to download and use, preserving the singular audio tool created by illformed / dblue / MaDHaTTeR.