Free sampler plugin for playing DecentSampler-format (.dspreset/.dslibrary) sample libraries.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXsupported+ iOS
Checked September 2026
Decent Sampler vs Ample Bass P Lite (2026)
Decent Sampler is best for playing free and third-party sample libraries at no cost; Ample Bass P Lite is best for realistic bass guitar parts. Decent Sampler starts at Free and Ample Bass P Lite at Free.
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Ample Bass P Lite
A free Fender Precision Bass instrument with realistic fingerstyle articulations.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
| Decent Sampler | Ample Bass P Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | playing free and third-party sample libraries at no cost | realistic bass guitar parts |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Formats | Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX | VST2, VST3, AU, AAX |
| OS | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | Windows, macOS |
| Key features | Plays .dspreset/.dslibrary sample formats, RAM and disk streaming modes, SFZ import support, Developer tools for building custom instruments, Cross-platform including Linux and iOS | 560 MB fingerstyle sample library, Riffer 4 MIDI editor, Tab Reader 4 imports Guitar Pro files, 8-band EQ, compressor, delay, convolution reverb, Amp model with four cabinets |
| Developer | David Hilowitz (Decent Samples) | Ample Sound |
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Decent Sampler starts at Free; Ample Bass P Lite starts at Free.
Plays .dspreset/.dslibrary sample formats, RAM and disk streaming modes, SFZ import support, Developer tools for building custom instruments, Cross-platform including Linux and iOS.
560 MB fingerstyle sample library, Riffer 4 MIDI editor, Tab Reader 4 imports Guitar Pro files, 8-band EQ, compressor, delay, convolution reverb, Amp model with four cabinets.