Plug & Mix (P&M) has announced the release of the long-awaited V.I.P. Bundle v4, a free upgrade for previous owners.
Here's what they say:
The P&M V.I.P. Bundle, celebrated by sound engineers and producers around the globe, returns with new power and versatility, offering 50 essential plugins that sound amazing and remain incredibly easy to use. Each plugin in this best-selling collection is purpose-built to do one thing exceptionally well, making the V.I.P. Bundle the true Swiss knife of audio plugins.
In today's demanding audio industry, where speed is crucial, Plug & Mix V.I.P. plugins have become go-to tools for professionals during fast-paced recording sessions. From creating lush flanger effects on guitar tracks to dialing in precise EQ or reverb, the V.I.P. Bundle is designed for rapid, straightforward application, delivering stunning results in moments. Each plugin in the series features intuitive controls and thoughtfully crafted presets, allowing users to find the right sound instantly without getting lost in endless parameters.
Along with VST3 support, each plugin's DSP has been optimized to meet the needs of modern DAWs and operating systems, including macOS 15 (Sequoia) and Windows 11. This update introduces resizable GUIs, giving users the choice between the classic look or the sleek new "Carbon" black skin.
Summary of changes inv4.0.0:
- This version now requires macOS 10.13 or Windows 7 minimum.
- 32-bit support was removed.
- Fully rewritten in our "Powered by Plugivery" framework for improved performance.
- Major interface redesign with Retina/HiDPI support, 2 skin options (Classic and Carbon) and 5 resizable interface options.
- Now includes VST3 support for both Mac and Windows.
- Native compatibility with Apple Silicon processors.
- Updated documentation with new interactive user manual.
- CPU usage reduced by up to 50% due to DSP optimizations.
- Streamlined activation within the plugin interface.
- Help tooltips when hovering knobs for quick reference.
- Plug-ins now automatically check for available updates.
- A/B switch with copy and swap functions.
- Added support for automation menu and colors in Pro Tools.
- Uninstaller now included for Mac, in addition to Windows.
- Resolved various long-standing DSP, UI or stability issues reported in previous versions.
As part of an introductory launch, all individual V.I.P. plugins v4 are each available for $9.99, and the entire V.I.P. Bundle v4 is on offer for $49.99 at kvraudio.com/product/p-and-m-v-i-p-bundle-by-plug-and-mix