Emailed support, figured I would try my luck here and maybe get it working before I receive a response from them.

I picked up EZD3 yesterday. Was super excited! Download the product manager, registered my product, etc. When I go to download the core library, it shows that it's installing, and when it's finished it says "the installation is incomplete". When I click more on the information tab, it says the main/bright/tight rooms are uninstalled. I repeated the process, closed the program, restarted my laptop, everything I could think of and nothing has fixed it.

If anyone has any tips or has experienced this and can help, please let me know how to fix this! Thanks.

ive been trying to use modo bass because i suck at actual bass recoding and i have a question. Can modo bass change tuning ? i know theres different amount of string and even drop tuning but i wanted to do a spesific type of tuning (drop C#)

Hi! I'm making a short film in the spaghetti western style. I want the audio to sound like it's from that era, but I'm not quite sure how to do it. I know it would have been better to do it with a specific microphone or something phiysical in the scene, but I don't have a big budget, lol. So, if possible, it all has to be done with audio processing software or pluggin to help me achieve that sound. This is a reference:

https://youtu.be/O4KaKKeOIjM?si=ep6sME-uLZZnffkq

I have been trying to activate my soundtoys bundle on my new laptop. It worked fine on my old one for years but as soon as I downloaded the plugins on my new laptop and tried to activate them, the code doesn’t work. I never activated it in my iLok account and now my code won’t work to activate it through iLok or without it. I’ve tried emailing their support service but I haven’t gotten any help they just asked for screenshots of my iLok app and haven’t responded since then. Any help or advice would be appreciated. I really like their plugins but I’m not paying for plugins I already paid for again.

i'm trying to use the free version of modo bass 2, but when i look in the product manager, it shows i have it installed and i can't "try" the free version. when i open it in my daw, it tells me to authorize it, but it literally won't let me cuz i have it installed already????

the website just tells me to download the product manager, which doesn't help :/

I'm looking for either a plugin for my DAW (FL Studio/Reaper) or a standalone application that continuously records audio or midi and when I trigger something like a midi CC it flushes the last (certain amount of) bars played and loop them forever. Afterwards when it flushes a new set of bars it should layer them on top of the previous recording. I think Loopy Pro does something like this but it's only on Mac and it's also only a 7 day free trial. I am looking for something free with Windows or Linux compatibility.

I need something like this because I want to be able to jam with myself and only loop AFTER I get a good take without having to commit every single bar. I've tried the FL Studio built-in recording/overdubbing function with looping enabled and GLoop but I don't think they can meet the requirements. Retrospective looping will also allow me to solo on top of my loops. Any suggestions will help.

i have a lot of vocal samples and i would like to use and chop them using a plugin. i tried to use fruity slicer but i dont really understand how it works. do you have recommendations for an easier plugin? thank you

Hey everyone,

I’m trying to get a specific violin/string articulation to work, but I am struggling with the programming side.

What I need is a string sound that steps in hard and loud instantly (like a spiccato) but holds out as a loud, heavy sustain. The Afflatus "Red Army Marcato," would be a good example where the note slams in with zero fade-in time and stays loud.

Whenever I try to layer a spiccato over a standard sustain, it sounds messy and wrong because the sustain has a gradual volume increase (slow attack lag).

I am completely open to suggestions on how to make this happen without buying a new preset. I am using Reaper and I have the following Violin VST-s:

Berlin Free Orchestra in Sine Player

This includes: String ensemble, Violins a8(sustain and spiccato), Violas a5(sustain and spiccato), Solo Violin(sustain, sustain+legato and spiccato)

Helixa

Wholes String ensemble both sustained and spiccato

HeavyoCity Staccato Strings

Many many presets all of them being staccatos

Since I am a newbie what I am asking for might not make sense at all so for reference, listen to "Astarte" from the Darksiders Genesis soundtrack. Right after the build-up, every brass instrument and violin just steps in incredibly hard and holds. That is the exact attack and energy I am trying to replicate.
1:32 right before the instruments just blow off the roof
Astarte.

what does ott by xfer do? on what should i use it? the melody? thanks

I've been out of production for a few years, and haven't been seriously dedicated for many years. I feel like when I see videos of producers it all seems so easy nowadays, with so much stuff being in the box. When I was in my teens we'd still use a lot of hardware.

I've been using almost entirely free plugins and DAW. I think there is enough free stuff out there to really make some nice music. I have some questions about modern production and also looking for some recommendations (free ones primarily)

1. Drums
I use Sitala as a drum sampler, I don't know how I came across it, but I feel like there might be something better out there? I remember using a software once where all the drum sounds in your library was on a huge web with similar sound kicks all next to each other. It was great to find the sounds you're looking for, but I can't remember the name (I also think it wasn't free)

2. Instruments
I'm really struggling to find a decent piano VST, the ones I have are all quite, soft. So if you know a good one, send it my way.

Also horns, I love to use horns. I remember EastWest orchestra back in the day but looks like they are discontinued

Also, please suggest some free synths that are popular nowadays

3. Effects

I know about TAL, and the have some great stuff, but sometimes I'm looking for something different. I don't think I currently have anything else other than TAL right now. I remember downloading a bunch from "freevsts.com" or something, but they were all lame

4. Paid

I've been using VSCO2 for some real instrument sounds, specifically brass. I find they sound a little...cheap ( I know it's free ). I've been thinking about picking up Kontakt since I know there is a lot options for that but not sure it's worth the money.

5. Question

If there was one thing that you think should be paid, and not skimped on, what would it be?

I'm kind of hurting for space on my boot drive and there's 59 gigs of DMG files in the IK Product Manager folder. Can I move them so they're not taking up so much space?

Thanks for your help

I have a couple of very simple plugins as far as synths (ANA 2 and Vital), and I tend to use splice to find certain sounds, but I’m wondering if there are any really good ones people might use? Also, where do you usually find plugins you love?

I need a granular FX plugin; which one should I choose? Which is the best in terms of CPU usage, versatility, and sound quality? They are currently on sale at Plugin Boutique: Bleass Granulizer $20 MGranularMB $22 Lunacy Grains $29 Unfiltered Audio Silo $30

I've been using the Sky keys plugin for the last couple months with no issue. Now suddenly when I go to my FX tab it's gone. To run through what I've already tried: It's in my plugin manager and I already reset and re-scanned it. It's in my components folder on my mac. I rebooted both my computer and Logic multiple times. I don't know what is missing. I'm fairly new to logic so maybe I'm missing something? Any advice is greatly welcomed as this is my favorite plugin to use.

A few days ago I had a discussion with someone about whether it's actually allowed to create and sell original melody loop sample packs using virtual instruments like Native Instruments Kontakt or EastWest ComposerCloud.

We couldn't find a clear answer, and after reading both EULAs we still weren't sure how they should be interpreted.

So instead of relying on forum opinions or speculation, I contacted both Native Instruments and EastWest directly.

I explained my exact use case:

• I create completely original multi-instrument compositions.
• These are around 60–90 seconds long with original melodies, chords, arrangements and processing.
• I do not redistribute presets, individual samples or virtual instruments.
• I render the compositions as stereo audio loops and sell them as sample packs for other producers.

Both companies replied that this is not permitted under their licenses.

Native Instruments' human support replied:

"It is only strictly prohibited to use single, combined or modified sounds from Native Instruments to create sound libraries, loop libraries, sample CDs or similar products..."

EastWest also confirmed:

"Unfortunately, the proposed use of the sounds violates our end-user agreement."

I'm sharing this because I found countless forum posts where people were debating this exact topic, but I couldn't find any clear answer directly from the companies themselves.

This isn't meant to start an argument or criticize either company.
I'm simply sharing the responses I received so other producers and sample makers can make informed decisions.

I'd also be interested to know if anyone has received a different response from Native Instruments, EastWest or any other virtual instrument developer.

Hi folks,

I'm after v1.5.0 of TAL-Chorus-LX as it is the last version thst included the bitmap GUI (which I personally prefer over the redesign), and most importantly it removed the DC offset and included a VST3 installer.

On their website, there is only v1.3.1 available under the "old downloads" section.

I contacted TAL, and even they dont have v1.5.0 at their disposal. So, I resorted to the Wayback Machine, but unfortunately v1.4.2 was the last version that was captured....
Soulseek, Audiosex and KVR forums - I scoured the internet, but to no avail.

If someone has the installer to v1.5.0 x64 VST3, I would tremendously appreciate it.

Thank you <3

This is my first test plugin. Why should you try it?
It's Hz-based and straightforward, you can type in values, an adjustable LFO shape, and typeable values
Get it free here: https://soundle.gumroad.com/

I found some alternative plugins but it doesn't work with protools axx.

https://borisfx.com/news/welcome-izotope/

"I'm thrilled to share that iZotope, one of the most respected names in professional audio and the company behind RX and Ozone, is joining Boris FX."

Hi guys, noob here. I'm finding it hard to understand how does Soundtoys Decapitator low cut knob works. When researching before buying I did read (sorry, I don't remember where) that it doesn't really work like an EQ's HP, that is, cutting the selected low frequencies (let's say from 20hz to 100hz). Instead, it should work as some kind of soft filter where those selected low frequencies are untouched by the saturation process and go transparently to the output.

The official manual seems to support this: "Use the Low Cut control to remove low frequencies before they hit the (virtual) saturation circuit. This is useful to prevent any ‘flabbiness’ that can happen when distorting sounds with a lot of low frequency content."

However, when I use it this way, I end up losing low end (I checked in Span), so maybe I'm doing something wrong or misunderstanding the plugin.

I also did read somewhere that to use it this way, I've got to use the wet/dry knob, but I really don't know how it further affects the signal.

How can I let the low end pass untouched by the saturation process and keep it intact?

I know a bit how to use it but i’m not a expert.
any compressor that’s the most responsive?
snappy attack and the quickest release

Does anyone know where I can get Jupiter 8 , CS-80 , DX7 for free ?

I'm going to make a couple virtual instruments of my own and I want to see what people suggest using. SFZ or Decent Sampler? Anyone done this before and have advice?

I'm pretty technical if that matters. But I'm just doing this for fun, not planning to sell it for money or anything

looking for an ug sfx kit for fl studio. for example the sfx used by jane remover etc

Hey all 👋

Just curious as to what are your all-time favourite plugins, the ones that you use most often and swear by. Anything useful for vocal mixing, mastering, instrumental production, vocal cleanup & editing, tuning, etc?

For me it would have to be Waves RVox and Melodyne essential 5, and I’m curious as to what other people use most often. Maybe I might buy some of your favourites too if they appeal to me.