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Everything you need to install, activate, and troubleshoot Pressure.
System Requirements
| macOS | 10.13 (High Sierra) or later |
| Windows | Windows 10 or later |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| CPU | Intel or Apple Silicon (native ARM support) |
| RAM | 4 GB minimum |
Installation
macOS
1. Open the Weather Station app and go to Downloads.
2. Click Install next to Pressure. The installer places the plugin in the standard locations:
VST3: ~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/
AU: ~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/
AAX: /Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins/
3. Open your DAW and scan for new plugins.
Windows
1. Open Weather Station and go to Downloads.
2. Click Install. Default installation paths:
VST3: C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\
AAX: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins\
3. Restart your DAW and scan for new plugins.
License Activation
When you first open Pressure in your DAW, it will prompt for a license key. Enter the key from your purchase confirmation email.
| Activations | Up to 3 computers you own |
| Internet | Required only for initial activation |
| Offline use | Full functionality after activation |
| iLok | Not required |
To move a license to a new machine, deactivate it from the old machine first (open Pressure → Settings → Deactivate), then activate on the new machine.
Common Issues
Plugin doesn't appear in my DAW
Run a plugin rescan in your DAW's preferences. On macOS, verify the plugin file exists in ~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/. On Windows, check C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\.
License activation fails
Check your internet connection. Copy the license key exactly as shown in your email (including dashes). If you've exceeded 3 activations, deactivate an old machine first or contact support.
High CPU usage
Disable oversampling for tracking/monitoring. Use Realtime oversampling for mixing and Offline only for final renders. Typical CPU usage is under 5% on modern systems without oversampling.
Audio dropouts or clicks
Increase your DAW's buffer size (256 or 512 samples is usually sufficient). If using oversampling, try switching from Offline to Realtime mode.
Contact Support
Can't find what you need? Email directly:
keith@bellweatherstudios.comInclude: DAW name & version, OS version, plugin version (shown in Settings), and a description of the issue. Screenshots or crash logs help resolve issues faster.