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gwayms
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Can someone please explain what vst's & plug-ins are exactly. I keep seeing people talking about them but Im not sure what they are.
scrubs
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Specific to recording, plug-ins are software (programs/scripts) that can be used in conjunction with various recording/mixing software. Typically, they are in the form of effects (reverbs, delays, compression, etc.) or virtual instruments (synthesizer sounds, etc.). VST stands for Virtual Studio Technology, and is a plug-in format developed by Steinberg for use with Cubase products (although many other popular recording programs support VST plugs). The designation VSTi is usually used for virtual instruments in the VST format. Direct X is another common plug-in format for recording.
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Robert D
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Well described above, I'll just add that they are to computer recording what outboard gear is to conventional analog recording. Not that outboard hardware can't be used with computer recording, but plugins are much easier to configure, and generally cost less.
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gwayms
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Well that clears it up a bit. Thanks guys