1. "What is a User Account, and why do I need one?"

The Spectrasonics user account system allows quick access to your Spectrasonics products and information about them. Your user account also gives you the ability to register, authorize, and update your instruments.  If you don't have a user account, you can start by creating one here.

2. "How do I install and authorize my Spectrasonics instrument?" 

For step-by-step instructions on how to install your instrument, see our installation "How To" page here.

For step-by-step instructions on how to authorize your instrument, see our authorization "How To" page here.

3. "How can I start using my Spectrasonics instrument?" 

Each Spectrasonics virtual instrument operates both as a standalone application as well as a plugin inside your DAW/Sequencer/Host. On an Apple computer, you'll find the standalone application in your "Applications" folder. On Windows, you'll find a standalone application shortcut on your desktop and the application itself inside your Spectrasonics folder. You can also open your Spectrasonics instruments within your DAW/Sequencer/Host.

4. "What is a DAW/Sequencer/Host? And how do I open my Spectrasonics Instrument within one?"

A DAW is a Digital Audio Workstation, also referred to as a Sequencer or Host. Popular examples include Pro Tools, Logic, MainStage, Cubase, Ableton Live, etc. If you have a DAW/Sequencer/Host, we have created some convenient step-by-step instruction guides to help you open your Spectrasonics instrument in most major DAWs/Sequencers/Hosts. To access these instruction guides, click here.

5. "What is the STEAM and SAGE folder?"

The STEAM and SAGE folders are where the sounds, samples, and patches are stored for your Spectrasonics instruments. The STEAM folder is used for Omnisphere, Keyscape, Trilian, and Sonic Extensions while the SAGE folder is used for Stylus RMX. For more information about the STEAM and SAGE folder, click here.

6. "Are there any resources to learn more about using my Spectrasonics instrument?"

Yes! Click here to learn more.