Quick Start Guide and FAQs
MicDrop is designed to run efficiently on modern hardware. Below is a quick breakdown: Additional Requirements (All Platforms): If you’re having trouble finding MicDrop among your plugins, try these steps: Please remain calm and go step by step. We'll get it working- if you've already checked system compatibility and know your hardware is compatible but don't hear anything there are a few common causes: MicDrop models have been painstakingly crafted to sound clean enough for professional level recordings when tuned and used properly. Yes, it's magic but it does still have a learning curve. If your output sounds “raspy” or overly distorted, consider the following: Sometimes, we may need to take a deeper look: If you still have questions or require additional assistance (or better yet have MicDrop-made creations to share) feel free to contact us directly! We’re here to ensure you have the best possible experience with our tools.
What are the System Requirements for MicDrop?
MacOS
Windows
Why isn’t MicDrop showing up in my DAW?
MacOS
Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/MicDrop.vst3
Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/MicDrop.au
Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins/MicDrop.aax
Windows
C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\MicDrop.vst3
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins\MicDrop.aax
Help! MicDrop isn't working! I don't hear anything!
My vocals sound slightly raspy or distorted—what can I do?
What if my system only partially meets the requirements?
MicDrop uses state-of-the-art AI algorithms to enable real-time vocal transformation within the DAW, locally, without needing to process on a server or use credits, etc. These methods are CPU/GPU intensive, and push the limits of what is possible on mid to high level machines. That being said, they can easily run on machines over five years old, for instance mid or even low-tier gaming computers. Note that unlike many traditional plugins, you won't be able to run a high number of MicDrop instances concurrently. It's more like running a game or video than an old style plugin, in terms of how much it taxes the system. This is cutting-edge software which may require altered workflows- for instance printing or freezing vocal tracks when many AI singers are required.
Additional Troubleshooting Steps
If you need more help
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Check out our Youtube Channel where we have quick start and tutorial material showing you both how to get MicDrop running, as well as how to get the best results out of it. Some of the tracks are real bangers as well!
If you've downloaded the demo or purchased MicDrop, you'll have received a link to our Discord server where you can ask us and the community to receive feedback. Please be patient as we're a small (human) team.
Thanks for your support and for pushing the boundary of human creative potential.