Understanding Eventide's Plugin Formats
Last updated August 14, 2024
Eventide offers a wide range of audio plugins that can be used across various digital audio workstations (DAWs) and operating systems. To ensure seamless integration and compatibility, Eventide supports several popular plugin formats. This guide will explain the different plugin formats used by Eventide and help you determine which ones are compatible with your setup.
Plugin Formats Explained
- Audio Units (AU): A plugin format developed by Apple for macOS. AU plugins are widely supported by most macOS-based DAWs, including Logic Pro, GarageBand, and Ableton Live.
- VST (Virtual Studio Technology): A widely adopted plugin format developed by Steinberg. VST plugins are supported by a vast majority of DAWs on both Windows and macOS.
- AAX (AudioSuite eXtension): A plugin format developed by Avid for Pro Tools. AAX plugins offer enhanced performance and stability within the Pro Tools environment.
- RTAS (Real Time AudioSuite): An older plugin format used by earlier versions of Pro Tools. RTAS plugins are sometimes still supported by legacy versions of Pro Tools.
- Standalone Applications: Some Eventide products are available as standalone applications that can be run independently of a DAW. Standalone applications typically offer a more streamlined interface and may provide features not available in the plugin versions.
Determining Plugin Compatibility
- Check your DAW's documentation: Most DAWs have documentation that lists the supported plugin formats.
- Refer to Eventide's product pages: The product pages on Eventide's website often specify the supported plugin formats for each product.
- Download the appropriate plugin: Eventide provides installers for different plugin formats, so you can download the version that is compatible with your DAW and operating system.
Tips for Choosing the Right Plugin Format
- Consider your DAW: If you're using a specific DAW, choose the plugin format that is natively supported by your DAW.
- Prioritize performance and stability: AAX plugins offer enhanced performance and stability within Pro Tools, while AU and VST formats are widely compatible and perform well in most DAWs.
- Explore standalone options: If you need a simplified workflow or features not available in plugin versions, consider using Eventide's standalone applications.
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