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LAR-32 Synth VST

Roland MT-32 VST Plugin

Sampled from real hardware and rebuilt for modern DAWs.
Compatible with Logic Pro (AU), VST3 & Standalone.

Roland MT-32 VST plugin interface - LAR-32 Synth VST
Lite $59
Pro $89
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LAR-32 Synth VST brings the Roland MT-32 sound into your DAW

LAR-32 Synth VST is a Roland MT-32 VST style instrument built for producers, composers and retro game music fans who want the classic LA rompler sound with a faster modern workflow.

Classic MT-32 character

Sampled from real hardware to preserve the charm, grit and musical personality people search for in a Roland MT32 plugin.

Lite and Pro editions

Lite gives you a focused curated set of 40 banks. Pro unlocks the complete melodic bank collection for the full LAR-32 experience.

Built for modern DAWs

Use LAR-32 Synth VST on Windows and macOS with VST3, AU (Logic Pro), and standalone support.

Hear LAR-32 Synth VST in action

Full musical demos featuring the sound banks of LAR-32 Synth VST in real musical arrangements. Percussion and drum tracks are powered by Pulse16 Drums VST.

LAR-32 Synth VST UI
Classic LA Rompler Sound

A Roland MT-32 plugin workflow for modern studios

  • LAR-32 Synth VST captures the instantly recognizable melodic bank character of the classic MT-32 era and makes it easy to load inside your DAW.

  • No vintage MIDI setup, no external audio routing, no hardware maintenance — just load the plugin and start writing.

LAR-32 Synth VST bank browser
Bank-Based Editions

Choose the edition that fits your music

  • LAR-32 Synth VST Lite includes a curated 40-bank set designed for immediate use across keys, pads, strings, basses and classic digital textures.

  • LAR-32 Synth VST Pro unlocks the full melodic bank collection for users who want the complete sound palette.

LAR-32 Synth VST Demo

Try the free demo — 2-day trial for Win/macOS with 4 demo banks included. No registration needed.

macOS

Requires macOS 10.13 or higher
Universal Binary – Intel & Apple Silicon
Includes AU (Logic Pro), VST3 plugins and standalone app

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Windows

Requires Windows 10 or higher
64-bit installer (.exe)
Includes VST3 plugin and standalone app, fully featured

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Choose your LAR-32 Synth VST edition

Start with the focused Lite edition, or unlock the complete melodic bank collection with Pro.

LAR-32 Synth VST Lite

Curated selection of iconic melodic banks faithfully captured from the original hardware.

$59 USD
  • 40 selected melodic banks (detailed here)
  • VST3, AU and standalone app
  • Windows and macOS installers
  • Permanent access to Lite bank downloads
  • Free lifetime updates included
BEST VALUE

LAR-32 Synth VST Pro

The complete melodic bank collection for the definitive LAR-32 experience.

$89 USD
  • Full, 118 melodic bank collection (detailed here)
  • VST3, AU and standalone app
  • Windows and macOS installers
  • Permanent access to Pro bank downloads
  • Free lifetime updates included

Explore Some Banks

Short, dry previews of selected melodic banks from LAR-32 Synth VST. No reverb, no mastering, no effects — just the raw sound of the instrument.

001 - Acou Piano 1

LITE PRO

004 - Elec Piano 1

DEMO LITE PRO

026 - Synbrass 2

PRO

033 - Fantasy

DEMO LITE PRO

036 - Glasses

PRO

039 - Warm Bell

LITE PRO

045 - Doctor Solo

PRO

050 - Str Sect 2

LITE PRO

053 - Violin 1

LITE PRO

Specifications

  • A Roland MT-32 VST plugin style instrument with modern DAW workflow
  • Sampled bank-based sound engine using real hardware captures
  • Lite and Pro editions with different bank collections
  • AU (Logic Pro), VST3 plugin formats + standalone application
  • Windows and macOS support

System Requirements

Windows

Windows 10 or later (64-bit)

2GHz CPU, 2GB RAM recommended

VST3 compatible DAW

Disk space: ~90 MB for the plugin, plus ~670 MB (Lite banks) or ~2.07 GB (Pro banks)

macOS

macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later

Intel & Apple Silicon (Universal Binary)

AU or VST3-compatible DAW

Disk space: ~90 MB for the plugin, plus ~670 MB (Lite banks) or ~2.07 GB (Pro banks)

Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL

LAR-32 Synth VST is a Roland MT-32 style virtual instrument created from direct stereo recordings of the original hardware sound module. Featuring carefully captured stereo 16-bit / 44.1kHz samples from all melodic banks, LAR-32 Synth VST recreates the iconic late-80s / early-90s LA rompler sound for modern DAWs - with instant loading, cleaner workflow and flexible edition-based bank installation.

No. LAR-32 Synth VST is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Roland Corporation. It is an independent Force56 Audio Software product inspired by the classic MT-32 era.

LAR-32 Synth VST works with modern DAWs that support VST3 or AU, including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reason, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, and more.

EDITIONS & BANKS

LAR-32 Synth VST Lite includes a curated selection of 40 melodic banks. LAR-32 Synth VST Pro includes the complete, 118 melodic bank collection. Both editions include the same plugin formats and app functionality; the main difference is the number of banks included.

After purchase, you will receive an email with your license serial key and a link to access your bank download page. This page includes the download instructions and bank package for your edition. It will remain available permanently as part of your registered purchase.

Yes - although most users who want the authentic MT-32 experience usually go straight for the Pro Edition.

Lite Edition is a curated selection of 40 banks, while Pro includes the complete melodic library with all 118 banks available in LAR-32 Synth VST.

An upgrade path may be offered in the future, but if you already know you're into classic DOS gaming, Sierra/LucasArts soundtracks, or retro MIDI composition, Pro is the definitive version.

LICENSING & DEMO

The LAR-32 Synth VST demo includes a small curated set of banks and a 2-day trial period. Once the trial expires, the plugin will stop outputting audio until you register it with a valid license.

Yes. You can install and activate LAR-32 Synth VST on up to three personal computers, including a mix of Windows and macOS machines.

If you're not satisfied with your purchase, we're happy to issue a refund. We may ask a few optional questions to better understand your experience and improve the product, but providing feedback is never required for a refund. Please note that while refund requests are approved by us, the actual processing time may vary depending on the payment provider (such as PayPal or the card processor), as they apply their own policies and timelines. If you ever have any issues or questions, feel free to contact us at support@force56audio.com and we'll be happy to help.

UPDATES & SECURITY

Yes. Your LAR-32 Synth VST license includes lifetime access to all updates. The application performs a lightweight update check on launch and will notify you when a new version is available. When an update is available, you will be prompted to download the latest installer manually from the official GitHub Releases page. This ensures a reliable and consistent update process on both Windows and macOS. If no internet connection is available, the plugin will continue to work normally.

Start using a Roland MT-32 VST plugin workflow in your DAW today

Get the LAR-32 Synth VST experience — classic MT-32 inspired character, fast workflow, no hardware hassle.

Lite $59
Pro $89
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