SynapseRack

VJ software for creating and performing real-time visualswith near-limitless freedom.

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Nodes. Total Control.

SynapseRack isn't just about using VJ tools — it's about building them. With node-based visual programming, your ideas become reality, exactly as you imagined.

Build Your Own Tools with Nodes

Connect nodes to create original effects and tools. Build visual logic intuitively without writing a single line of code.

Layer Compositing & Real-time Effects

Composite multiple sources in real-time with over 100 effects. GPU acceleration ensures smooth performance even with complex setups.

Hands-On Control in Real Time

Full support for MIDI controllers, OSC, and DMX. Map your gear and control intuitively during live performances.

Customize Your Interface

Freely arrange panels, resize them, and choose what to display. Build a UI optimized for your unique workflow.

272 nodes 21 categories

One image.Many systems connected.

React to sound, shape images, receive OSC, build sequences, route layers and send the result into other apps. Nodes are building blocks for expanding what you can express and create.

Shape the image

97 nodes

PixelSort node
01 / PixelSort
Mirror node
02 / Mirror
Datamosh node
03 / Datamosh
ColorGrading node
04 / ColorGrading
PerlinNoise node
05 / PerlinNoise
CrossFade node
06 / CrossFade

IN USE

5,000+ downloads

Used in venues and events across Japan and VRChat

clubasiaZepp HanedaZepp ShinjukuZEROTOKYOCIRCUS TOKYOWOMBWORLD KYOTOMOGRA AkihabaraVRChatKyoto METRORoppongi CUBETRIANGLE OsakaCIRCUS OSAKA

It started ona floor inside VRChat.

SynapseRack grew out of the developer’s own work as a VJ. Development began in November 2021, followed by nearly five years of updates alongside his own VJ work. Today it is used by VJs in clubs, events and VRChat.

Operating SynapseRack at a physical live venue

THE SYNAPSERACK STORY

2021.11Development began2022Named SynapseRack2023Public Beta released2026Beta 2.0 released

From a tool one VJ wanted to VJ software used across many floors.

Start buildingyour own VJ environment.

Start with the free Demo: no expiry, no watermark, up to four layers and ready to take into a live show.

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See how it works

FREE

Demo

¥0

  • Up to 4 layers
  • Up to 2 group layers
  • No expiry or watermark
  • Ready for live use
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RECOMMENDED

SynapseRack Pro

¥1,980/ mo

  • Unlimited layers
  • Every plug-in
  • Priority support
Start Pro

OTHER PLANS

Standardone-time purchase ¥29,800 Supportfor Standard owners ¥1,000 / mo

From first setups to hard-won live tricks, VJs share what they learn on Discord.

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