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.
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
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.
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.