How to install VST3 and AU

Created by julien FAURE, Modified on Fri, 4 Apr at 10:50 AM by julien FAURE

?️ For macOS (AU & VST3)

  1. Download & Unzip

    • Download the plugin ZIP from Lostin70s Audio.

    • Unzip the archive. You’ll find :

      • A .component file or folder (for AU)

  2. Move the Plugin Files

    • AU (Audio Unit): Move the .component file or folder to:

      /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components
  3. ⚠️ Important: Use the main Library, not your user one (~/Library/), unless your DAW specifically scans user plugins.

  4. Rescan Plugins in Your DAW

    • Open your DAW (e.g., Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reaper).

    • Force a rescan of plugins if it doesn’t show up automatically.


?️ For Windows (VST3 only)

  1. Download & Unzip

    • Unzip the plugin file you downloaded from the Lostin70s site.

    • You'll get a .vst3 file or folder.

  2. Move the Plugin

    • Copy the .vst3 file or folder into:

      C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3
  3. Rescan in Your DAW

    • Open your DAW (e.g., FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper).

    • Force a VST3 rescan from plugin manager/settings if needed.


?️ Troubleshooting

  • Plugin not showing up?

    • Check that your DAW supports VST3 or AU.

    • Some DAWs require a restart or plugin cache reset.

    • Make sure you placed the plugin in the correct system-wide folder (especially on macOS).

  • Still invisible?

    • Some DAWs (like Logic) only support AU.

    • Others (like Cubase) prefer VST3.

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