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Mac-AAX, Mac-AU, Mac-App, Mac-RTAS, Mac-VST, Mac-VST3, Win-AAX, Win-App, Win-DX, Win-RTAS, Win-VST, Win-VST3, Win x64-AAX, Win x64-App, Win x64-DX, Win x64-VST, Win x64-VST3
Windows: An SSE2-enabled processor (Pentium 4 or newer)
Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8 or 10
For the plug-in, any DirectX / VST / RTAS / AAX compatible host software (32 or 64 bit)
For the standalone application, an ASIO, MME or WASAPI compatible audio interface (ASIO recommended)
Mac OS X: An Intel processor
Mac OS X El Capitan (10.11)
Windows: An SSE2-enabled processor (Pentium 4 or newer)
Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8 or 10
Any DirectX / VST / RTAS / AAX compatible host software (32 or 64 bit)
Mac OS X: An Intel processor
Mac OS X El Capitan (10.11), Mac OS X Yosemite (10.10), Mavericks (10.9), Mountain Lion (10.8), Lion (10.7), Snow Leopard (10.6) or Leopard (10.5)
Any VST / Audio Unit (32/64-bit) / RTAS / AAX compatible application
Models | SKU: BCPATCHWORK MFR: 1035-297 $99.00 $119.00 Save:$20.00 (17%) | SKU: BC1131300 MFR: 11-31300 $99.00 $119.00 Save:$20.00 (17%) Special Order Generally ships in 7-14 days, subject to availability | SKU: BCMULTIPACK MFR: 11-31230 $126.65 $249.00 Save:$122.35 (49%) |
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Operating System | Macintosh, PC/Windows | Macintosh, PC/Windows | Macintosh, PC/Windows |
Delivery Method | Download | Download | Download |
Version Type | Plug-In | Plug-In | Plug-In |
Make your digital audio production more efficient and creative with Blue Cat's PatchWork, an advanced virtual patchbay software plug-in. This professional-grade tool is designed to seamlessly integrate into any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), allowing you to host up to 64 VST, VST3, or Audio Unit plug-ins in a single instance. With PatchWork, you can effortlessly chain effects in series or craft up to 8 parallel chains that can be activated independently, providing innovative solutions for audio processing and manipulation.
Experience the power of building your own customized effects or instrument configurations within the plug-in, eliminating the need for multiple busses. Save these configurations as presets for instant recall, or share them with ease across different DAWs, regardless of the plug-in format. The user-friendly interface of PatchWork makes it accessible for both beginners and seasoned professionals, ensuring a smooth workflow.
Key features include:
- A configurable rack that hosts third-party plug-ins or instruments in series or parallel, functioning as an effect, virtual instrument, or standalone application.
- Parallel processing capabilities with up to 8 parallel plug-in chains, complete with phase flip, solo, and gain controls.
- The ability to host and mix up to 8 virtual instruments in parallel within the plug-in.
- Global Dry/Wet control for perfect blending.
- Advanced parameters mapping for automation or control surface integration.
- Flexible MIDI and audio routing for connecting sub-plug-ins with the host application or each other.
- Support for external side chains, multiple outputs, and VST Shell plug-ins.
- Pre and post gains linking for automatic gain compensation.
- Intuitive cut, copy, and paste functions for plug-ins and their settings.
- One-click recall of complex processing setups and plug-in layouts, shareable between DAWs.
- Real-time input and output levels monitoring.
- Plug-ins latency compensation for synchronized sound.
- Customizable user interface with multiple sizes and transparency management.
- Optimal performance with native DSP code and no CPU load on idle.
- Smooth Bypass feature for noise-free activation/deactivation.
- Integrated undo/redo and a full-featured preset manager.
Blue Cat's PatchWork is not just about functionality; it's also about streamlining your creative process. Configuring plug-in routing is as simple as adding or removing a row or a column in the rack's matrix, with no need for physical wires or cables. The virtual MIDI ports offered by the plug-in ensure seamless communication between plug-ins or with the host application. Each plug-in slot includes latency compensation, presets management, undo/redo integration, audio i/o selection, and individual plug-in bypass for optimal operation.
Whether used as an audio plug-in or standalone application, PatchWork can be inserted on any track type in your favorite DAW, supporting up to 16 audio channels. Input and output level meters provide precise monitoring of the signal dispatched to inserted plug-ins, including side chain and aux channels.
For those seeking a multiband plug-ins host for intricate multiband processing, Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer plug-in is an excellent companion to PatchWork. Additionally, all Blue Cat Audio plug-ins are compatible and can be hosted by this versatile software.
Transform your DAW into a powerhouse of creativity and control with Blue Cat's PatchWork, the ultimate virtual patchbay for discerning audio professionals.