Convert 32 Bit Vst Plugins To 64 Bit
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64 Bit Or 32 Bit
BIT BRIDGING – 32 bit VST plugins in a 64 bit DAW
Jun 19, 2017 - 4TO2 free VST subtractive synthesizer plugin for Windows (32 bit).
Convert 32 Bit Vst Plugins To 64 Bits
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Modern computers and DAWs (digital audio workstations) work in 64-bit. Some DAWs give you the option to run them in 32-bit which definitely is possible also on a 64-bit computer. Other DAWs – like for instance the new versions of Steinberg’s Cubase – are 64-bit only. If you want to use 32-bit VST plugins in a 64-bit DAW you need some form of bit bridging.
If your DAW can operate in 64-bit I suggest you make use of that. It enables you to use more of your computers available RAM and your DAW will be able to process data faster. However, quite a few free VST plugins are 32-bit only. You can of course choose not to use those and simply only use 64-bit VST plugins. But that would be a shame since there are so many incredible free VST plugins out there that are 32-bit only.
Don’t be discouraged: Fortunately you do not have to miss out on the many good free 32-bit only VST plugins. Bit bridging will enable you to run all those nice and high quality VSTs in your 64-bit DAW.
Convert 32 Bit Vst Plugins To 64 Bit Mac
For Windows there are several options. I use ”jBridge” – a very affordable bit bridging plugin – and it works without any problems on my 64-bit PC with Cubase installed. For Mac there are also good bit bridging solutions and “32 Lives” from SoundRadix has a good reputation.
Check out some of the free VST plugins on this site. Many of them are 64-bit but some of them – and also some of the really good ones – are 32-bit only. A bit bridge will allow you to make use of all these good freebies and since they are free a bit bridge is a very good investment!
Link to free VST plugins: http://www.klangheim.com/free-vst
Audio plugins come in various formats to support loading in different digital audio workstations. Best vst vocals plugins. When you are looking for new plugins to extend your digital audio workstation, you need to ensure that the plugin format is one that your digital audio workstation supports. Below is a table of popular plugin formats and their supporting digital audio workstations.
| Plugin Format | DAWs |
|---|---|
| VST | Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, Reaper |
| Audio Unit | Ableton Live, Logic Pro |
| AAX | Pro Tools 10 and later |
| RTAS | Pro Tools 10 and earlier |
Windows and Mac support for VSTs
When downloading VST plugins, you will need to take note if the plugin supports your operation system. While the VST format is cross platform not all plugin developers compile their plugins to support both platforms. This is especially true for free plugins. You do not have to worry about this for Audio Units as the format is Mac only. And I have rarely come across AAX and RTAS plugins that do not support both platforms.
32-bit and 64-bit Plugins
You have probably come across some description of your digital audio workstation being 64-bit or 32-bit. This has nothing to do with digital audio bit depth such as 16-bit or 24-bit audio. This refers to the number of bits that computer processors, operating systems and applications do their calculations with. The latest versions of most DAWs are 64-bit only (Logic Pro X, Pro Tools 11) or ship with installers for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions (Ableton Live 9).
Other differences aside, a 64-bit digital audio workstation is only able to load 64-bit plugins and 32-bit digital audio workstation are only able to load 32-bit plugins. Before purchasing your plugins, make sure that the plugin is compatible with your digital audio workstation of choice. If majority of your plugins are 32-bit only, you might want to stick to using a 32-bit version of your digital audio workstation.
Things to note when choosing third-party plugins
Here are some questions to ask when getting a new third-party plugin.
- does my digital audio workstation support the plugin format?
- is this plugin 32-bit or 64-bit? Does it match my digital audio workstation?
- is the plugin compatible with my operation system?
- Feel free to comment below if you have questions about plugin formats and Ill try my best to answer them.