Getting Started

This guide will help you get started with the Sidechain plugin, from installation to your first recording.

Installation

The Sidechain plugin is available in VST3 and AU (macOS) formats. Install the plugin to your system’s standard plugin directory:

macOS: - VST3: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/ (system-wide) or ~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/ (user) - AU: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/ (system-wide) or ~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/ (user)

Windows: - VST3: C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\

Linux: - VST3: /usr/lib/vst3/ or ~/.vst3/

Loading the Plugin

  1. Open your DAW (Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, etc.)

  2. Scan for new plugins (or restart your DAW)

  3. Add Sidechain to a track as an effect plugin

  4. The plugin window will open automatically

First Steps

  1. Create an Account: Click “Sign Up” to create a new account, or “Log In” if you already have one

  2. Complete Your Profile: Add a profile picture and bio to help others discover you

  3. Explore the Feed: Browse posts from other producers in your feed

  4. Record Your First Clip: Click the record button to capture audio from your DAW

Features

  • Audio Capture: Record audio directly from your DAW

  • Social Feed: Share and discover music from other producers

  • Real-time Messaging: Chat with other users

  • Stories: Share short audio clips that expire after 24 hours

  • MIDI Capture: Record and share MIDI patterns

  • Key Detection: Automatically detect the musical key of your recordings

Need Help?

If you encounter any issues: