VSTi (Virtual Studio Technology Instrument)

A VSTi (Virtual Studio Technology Instrument) is a software program that simulates real musical instruments or synthesizers within a computer-based digital audio workstation (DAW). It allows musicians and producers to create, record, and manipulate realistic sounds of instruments like pianos, drums, or synthesizers without needing the physical instrument. VSTi plugins are integrated into the DAW, providing a wide range of sounds and creative possibilities. They are essential tools for modern music production, offering flexibility, convenience, and high-quality sound generation in a virtual environment.