Music tech Software Tech
Now that Ableton Live is Apple Silicon-native, will your plug-ins and tools still work?
Ableton Live 11.1 beta means a native version of the host that can take full advantage of the hardware inside the latest Macs. But what about VST, AU, Max for Live, and other content – especially if it was built for Intel? Here’s what works, what doesn’t, and how to retain compatibility.
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Roland’s plug-ins are now Apple Silicon native, from 808 to JUPITER-8
Roland’s full stable of Roland Cloud plug-ins now has Apple Silicon support – a big breakthrough for rounding out your new Mac studio and recreating vintage gear in the box.
Peter Kirn - July 22, 2021
Music tech Software Tech
All the Apple Event news: More M1, Podcast Subscriptions, and don’t lose your keys
In a lovely contrast to “everything’s delayed because chip shortages” and “everything is a subscription,” it’s refreshing to hear Apple say “we’re shipping,” “you can make your own subscriptions,” and “we found your keys for you.” Here it is, at a glance. First off, for anyone worried about Apple’s M1-centered strategy, fret not – it […]
Peter Kirn - April 20, 2021
Gear Music tech Software Tech
Apple ships update it says addresses USB audio issues on recent Macs
Peter Kirn - March 26, 2019
Music tech Software Tech
Apple’s latest Macs have a serious audio glitching bug
Peter Kirn - February 18, 2019
Gear Motion Music tech Tech
Apple announces that they’re not ready to announce new pro hardware
Peter Kirn - April 5, 2017
Motion Music tech
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