Dexed
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What both publish
| Fact | Dexed | Vital |
|---|---|---|
| License | Dexed is GPL version 3 software; its msfa component remains under Apache 2.0. | The public source repository is GPLv3; proprietary use requires a separate license, and source builds cannot use Vital trademarks or its web services. |
| Limit: effects | Another review notes that Dexed has no large built-in effects section, so users may need separate reverb, delay or distortion plugins. | ProducerHive says the effects section is comparatively lacking despite the otherwise extensive feature set. |
| Plugin formats | The official feature list names VST, Audio Unit and LV2 builds for OS X, Windows and Linux. | The official factsheet lists VST, VST3, AU and LV2 formats. |
Dexed plans
- DexedFree
- Free softwareFree
Vital plans
- BasicFree
- Subscription$5 a month
- Plus$25, paid once
- Pro$80, paid once
Pick Dexed if…
Dexed suits musicians looking for a DX7-modeled synth or a MIDI cartridge librarian for the DX7. Its DAW automation, SysEx handling and MPE support may also suit users who want those specific capabilities.
Pick Vital if…
Vital suits musicians and sound designers looking for a wavetable synth with extensive modulation and sample-to-wavetable tools. It supports MPE and microtonal tuning, and runs on listed desktop operating systems.