Normally, the only thing I use a computer for is a recording console–no vst instruments, but I like Bento and Ongaku. I started with Berna 3, which is super interesting, but “patching” on a computer is kind of awful (for me at least). Then I picked up Bento and it really fits what I like for computer-based music making. It’s self-contained, weird, and sounds good. Since Ongaku was done in a similar format to Bento, I picked it up when it was released. Both are highly experimental and fun, and sound fairly organic for digital instruments. The licenses are super reasonably priced and you can test out demo versions. If you’re looking for conventional vst instruments too integrate into a daw, these aren’t a good choice. If you’re into weird sound design and experimental instruments–Bento and Ongaku are fantastic.
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