SampleDecks

SampleDecks, developed by UltraMixer Digital Audio Solutions, is currently offered in its latest version, 3.0.3.1. It's a versatile music composing and editing app categorized under Multimedia and specifically in the Music Production subcategory. This program is an all-purpose sample player that allows users to allocate up to 64 channels with various sound formats such as MP3, AAC, and WAV.

The program’s interface is user-friendly, showing a window with numerous buttons that, when clicked, produce the corresponding sounds. This could include anything from cymbals and drums to applause and laser rays. The program SampleDecks.exe also enables users to play samples using a mouse, MIDI device, or keyboard, and provides customization options where Sample-Slots can be named, pictured, or color-coded.

SampleDecks supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11, making it accessible for many users. Over its development, other versions like 3.0, 2.0, and 1.9 have been available, showing a consistent track of improvements and updates.

Designed under a shareware license, SampleDecks can be configured according to the user's needs, allowing the creation and editing of original sounds to add to any of the 'decks' or even to create a new deck.

For interested users, a free download option is typically available, providing a chance to explore the program's features before making a purchase decision.

Pros:

• Easy to use with a clean, intuitive interface.
• Supports multiple sound formats (MP3, AAC, WAV).
• Customizable Sample-Slots with names, pictures, and colors.
• Compatible with a broad range of Windows operating systems.
• Allows for creation and editing of sounds.

Cons:

• Limited to 64 channels.
• Being shareware, some features might be restricted in the free version.
• May require additional MIDI devices for optimal use.

It is not possible to confirm if there is a free download for this software available on the developer's website. We cannot guarantee that the program is safe to download as it will be downloaded from the developer's website. Before launching the program, check it with any free antivirus software.

You may want to check out more software, such as MAGIX Music Maker Rock Edition, Notation Musician or FlexiMusic Kids Composer, which might be similar to SampleDecks.