Below, you will find a step-by-step guide to install and use standalone effects plugins, along with clarifications about their relationship with BEAM.
Introduction to standalone plugins and BEAM
The current standalone effects plugins include:
Bismuth
Taps
Volt
Time
Space
Grains
Haze
Filter
All BEAM effects, except for Portals, have both a standalone component and function as an effect node in BEAM.
Portals does not have a standalone component, but only works as a BEAM effect. This is because Portals is a direct expansion of the BEAM engine's capabilities, rather than an effect in itself.
These effects can be used without BEAM in your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) as a VST3, AU, or AAX plugin. While these effects has a standalone component, they also function as effects nodes within BEAM. You do not need a BEAM license to use these effects as standalone plugins, but will need to own BEAM to use them as effects nodes in the BEAM engine.
Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Access the Effects Installer: - Log in to your account on the Lunacy downloads page. - Locate and download the Effects installer.
Run the Effects Installer: - Open the downloaded Effects installer file. - Follow the on-screen instructions to install your standalone plugin(s).
Launch Standalone: - After installation, open the application named "BEAM [Effect]" (e.g: "BEAM Bismuth") to access the plugin as a standalone. You can now use your plugin(s) in your DAW as a VST3, AU, or AAX plugin.
If you own BEAM, you can also open BEAM and select your installed effects from the effects bar in the bottom center of the plugin.
Clarifications About Standalones and BEAM
Why is the plugin labeled as BEAM?
The plugin files are labeled as BEAM because these effects were initially only BEAM nodes. These effects now have a standalone component that can be used outside of BEAM. Despite this, the standalone plugins do not require a BEAM license for installation or usage.
Do I need a BEAM license to install standalone effects?
No, you do not need a BEAM license to run the Effects installer and install your plugins. The installer is simply a tool to facilitate the installation process.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If you encounter any issues during the installation process, ensure that:
You have downloaded the correct Effects installer from the Lunacy downloads page.
Your system meets the minimum requirements for running Lunacy effects.
You follow the installation steps as outlined above.
For further assistance, contact Lunacy support or refer to the official documentation.