Just made the switch to bandlab.....

[Cary Sadler]

Despite repeated vst scans, bandlab cakewalk only finds about half of my plugins that I’ve been using with Sonor x3 producer. Including my I loked Steven slate trigger 2. Can anyone help me out?  I’m no pc genius, I don’t know where to start looking for them. Thanks

[scook]

Assuming X3 is 64bit just like CbB...

Compare the VST scan path setting in preferences between  X3 and CbB.

If the paths are the same and plug-ins are still not showing up. Run a VST reset with generate scan log enabled. Then review the log.

Also keep in mind the plug-in layouts changed considerably between X3 and CbB.

 

[Cary Sadler]

Thanks. For what it’s worth, my sonar was 32 bit. I’ll enable the scan log and re-run.

[scook]

32bit makes a big difference.

Some 32bit DX plug-ins bundled with X3 were never ported to 64bit,

Make sure 64bit plug-ins are installed when possible. This means it is necessary to run the 64bit X3 installer to get all the 64bit version of plug-ins bundled with X3 installed. It is not necessary to install X3 though. Choose the advanced install option and install the plug-ins only.

Avoid using 32bit plug-ins when a manufacturer also supplies a 64bit version.

If X3 was running as administrator, chances are CbB will need to run as administrator.

[Cary Sadler]

No luck. Where would I find the scan log? It says I made it. This is not encouraging. My studio is my living and time is my enemy. But again, thanks.

[Cary Sadler]

Scook, thanks for that. I’ll try it. Would I want to uninstall the old Sonar first? The only Sonar plugin I really care about is the channel tools time alignment. I also really need my T - racks bundle , addictive drums/keys and trigger 2 drums.... I think I’m just gonna call Sweetwater and go with protools  today. This is so depressing. But I can splice 2” tape like a muthaf......!

Edited August 25, 2019 by Cary Sadler

[scook]

If a Log is created, the path is in the toast when the scan completes. Like this

That said, since this is a platform change, the log is a secondary issue.

There is no reason to remove the old 32bit X3. In fact, it is a good idea to leave it as moving the CbB is likely the first 64bit transition. Along with anything from X3 that may be needed, all of

7 minutes ago, Cary Sadler said:

T - racks bundle , addictive drums/keys and trigger 2 drums....

need their 64bit versions installed. It is not a good idea to use 32bit plug-ins when a 64bit version is available.

[Cary Sadler]

Makes sense, and I am liking this version .  Thanks for the guidance.