Blue Cat's PatchWork is an all - in - one plugin patchbay and multi - FX. In a single instance, it can host up to 64 VST, VST3, Audio Unit, or built - in plug - ins in any DAW. You have both serial and parallel routing options. Chain effects in series or set up to 8 parallel chains that can be independently activated. Create your ideal effects or instrument configurations within the plugin without multiple busses. Save these configurations as presets, recall them instantly, or share across multiple DAWs in any plugin format. Use built - in audio effects to enhance your plug - in chains. Configuring plug - in routing is super simple, no need to worry about wires. All plug - ins can communicate via virtual MIDI ports. Each plugin slot comes with latency compensation, presets management, and more for optimal performance. The plugin remembers the window position for each plug - in. Sub - plugins can be automated or controlled via external control surfaces. Available as an audio plugin or standalone app, it supports up to 16 audio channels and comes with input and output level meters to monitor the signal. Key features include a configurable rack for up to 64 third - party plugins, 30 built - in effects, and easy parallel processing.
Using Blue Cat Audio Patchwork is easy. First, decide if you want to use it as an audio plugin in your DAW or as a standalone application. If using in a DAW, just insert it on any track. To start building your effects or instrument configuration, add the VST, VST3, Audio Unit, or built - in plug - ins you want into the rack. You can chain them in series or set up parallel chains. Remember to save your favorite configurations as presets so you can quickly recall them later. When using the built - in audio effects, experiment to find the best sound for your tracks. Regarding MIDI routing, use the virtual MIDI ports to connect sub - plugins together or to the host application. For audio routing, connect sub - plugin I/O to any audio channel. Be aware that when using multiple plug - ins, latency compensation will help keep everything in sync. Also, the input and output level meters are there to help you monitor the signal. To maintain the plugin, keep it updated to the latest version. And since it shuts down processing when there's silence, it's very CPU - friendly, so you don't have to worry too much about resource management. If you run into any issues, check the official documentation or contact support.
