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Can I use VB3 with my iPad?

Yes, VB3-II version 2.x (2023 edition) is also available for the iPad. Find it on the App Store. For iPhone, check VB3m: https://www.genuinesoundware.com/?a=showproduct&b=50
Can I use VB3-II's built-in rotary simulation as an effect for external audio sources?

With VB3-II version 2.x (2023 edition) you can use the Remote plugin that comes with the installer. You find all instructions in the user manual (built into the plugin)
Can I connect VB3-II to an external rotary speaker?

Of course! All you have to do is to turn the internal simulation off and adjust the other parameters (overdrive, keyclick, etc.) so that you always have the best tone that gets into your real rotary c...
On how many computers can I install VB3-II?

With the standard license, you can install VB3-II on three computers. To manage your activations, go to the URL: https://www.GenuineSoundware.com/activate and follow the instructions.If you want to un...
Am I allowed to sell my license of VB3-II?

Yes, transferring a license is possible at a fee of EUR 35,00 + TAX (if applicable). Please contact us for this.  
I want to buy VB3-II, I am VAT registered in EU, how can I pay without VAT?

If you are located in the UE territory and have a valid VAT ID verified by VIES, you can select European VAT-Registered in the "Select your Country" drop-down list, then click SET. The form reloads an...
I have a license for VB3 version 1, how can I upgrade to VB3-II?

The new VB3-II launched on June 2018 is not a simple upgrade to the old version, it is a completely new product that totally replaces the old one.It's based on a different DSP engine, has more functio...
My Windows 10 just updated and now VB3-II starts in demo mode

Unfortunately, at each major update of Windows 10, something in the operating system changes that generates a new MachineID, so VB3-II thinks it's running on an unauthorized computer and attempts to r...
I have a license key for VB3 but it's not working any more

You're probably trying to activate the new VB3-II using an old license for VB3 version 1.VB3-II requires a new license key. If you switch to the new VB3-II, which is quite a different program despite ...
I've updated VB3-II to version 2.0.0 but Logic can't load it

You probably had the old version installed. You should uninstall the old version first. To do so, you have to remove the files: /Library/Audio/Plug-ins/Components/VB3-II.component/Library/Audio/Plug-i...
What is the sound difference between VB3-II v.1.1.1 and VB3-II v.2.0.0?

The main sound engine is basically the same. The 2023 edition uses the exact same organ engine as VB3-II v.1.1.1, only some minor functional adjustments have been done to accomodate it into the new pl...
Should I uninstall VB3-II v.1.1.1 before installing the new 2023 edition?

While there are chances that the two version may coexist on the same computer (at least on Windows), it's good practice to remove the old version before installing the new one. Also, if you own a lice...
I have a license of VB3-II, how do I use it on iPad?

Once downloaded and installed the iPad version of VB3-II, it runs in Demo mode exactly like the Desktop couterpart, with the same limitations: No access to file operations No access to the Cloud serv...
Will VB3-II for iPad replace VB3m?

No, VB3-II and VB3m remain two distinct products aimed at two different audiences.  Musicians who only use mobile devices will still have the opportunity to chose VB3m which is inexpensive, sounds gre...
I have updated to the latest version but Cakewalk can't load the VST3 plugin anymore

Steinberg has recently made a few changes in the VST3 standard, and now the VST3 plugin file for Windows is treated the same as its macOS counterpart, in that it's become a "bundle file" rather than a...