Blue Cat Patchwork | Blue Cat Audio




Blue Cat Patchwork | Blue Cat Audio Details
Blue Cat Patchwork is a universal plug-in patchbay and multi-effects host designed for music producers, engineers, and sound designers who want to unleash the full power of their plug-in arsenal within any DAW. Instantly create complex chains, combine effects, or layer instruments - all in a streamlined environment that makes workflow fast and flexible. If you need a reliable and intuitive way to integrate VST, VST3, Audio Unit, or built-in processors in any combination, Patchwork is the ultimate toolbox you've been waiting for.
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Key Features of Blue Cat Patchwork:
- Host up to 64 VST, VST3, or Audio Unit plug-ins in series or parallel chains
- Create up to 8 independent parallel chains for instruments and effects
- Drag-and-drop workflow with copy/paste and straightforward routing - no virtual cables required
- Integrated 30+ built-in effects, including EQ, reverb, filters, pitch/frequency shifters, and more
- Flexible MIDI and audio routing, including external sidechain and multichannel support (up to 16 channels)
- Standalone application and plug-in formats for Mac and Windows: VST, VST3, AU, AAX
- Comprehensive presets system for easy recall and sharing between DAWs
- Latency compensation, undo/redo, and low CPU consumption
- MIDI learn and automation for controlling hosted plug-ins and macro parameters
- Network mode for audio/MIDI processing over a local network
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Example Use Cases of Blue Cat Patchwork
- Live Performers: Build and recall custom instrument/effects chains with a single plug-in, ideal for stage and live-stream setups.
- Mix Engineers: Create complex parallel processing chains, combine third-party plug-ins, and manage intricate routing without leaving your main DAW window.
- Sound Designers: Experiment with unconventional effect combinations and save them as reusable presets for fast creative exploration.
- Music Producers: Stack virtual instruments in layers, blend synth sounds, and manage multi-output set-ups—all within one easy-to-use interface.
- Collaboration and Migration: Share complex processing chains seamlessly between different DAWs and sessions via Patchwork presets.
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Why Choose Blue Cat Patchwork?
Blue Cat Patchwork delivers unrivaled flexibility, allowing you to integrate any combination of effects or virtual instruments - no matter your workflow or DAW. Whether shaping unique sounds, streamlining your setup, or building show-ready live rigs, Patchwork puts creative control at your fingertips. Discover why producers, engineers, and musicians worldwide rely on Blue Cat Audio for seamless plug-in management and innovative results.
Blue Cat Patchwork by Blue Cat Audio Compatibility
Plugin Format
AAX | AU | VST3 | VST2
Mac Compatibility
Requires Mac version Mac OS 10.9 or newer.
Windows Compatibility
Requires Windows version Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8 or 10.