Can I install both EZdrummer 32-bit & 64-bit?

[Paul Morgan]

I have Ableton Live which is 32-bit only & Reaper which is 64-bit on my Win7 64-bit PC.
Can I install both 32-bit & 64-bit versions of EZdrummer so I can use it in either DAW?

The READ ME that comes with the updater seems to read like you can only use one or the other.

I really hope not.

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[Rogue]

hum, the read me specifically states that it is not a problem to have both installed, so no, it’s not a problem to have both installed and in use 🙂

The only thing is that you need distinct paths for the VSTs, but you would have to go through a great deal of efforts to stop this happening anyhow.

That said, zero testing has been performed under any 32-bit hosts sitting on top of a 64-bit OS, so if would hit a wall you’re on your own I’m afraid (well, depending on host and exact stated OS compatibility by its developer, you may be able to get support from them).

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[Paul Morgan]

Sorry my bad, I guess I should have read it more carefully.

So can I choose a different folder for the 32-bit & 64-bit plugins? For example It would be  “Vst/64bit/Drums”for the 64bit version & “vst/Drums” for the 32bit version. I like to keep my x64 & x86 plugins separate.

[Rogue]

you not only can, but have to if you want to avoid crushing one by the other.

You should be aware that the 32-bit installer will never be able to install in a 64-bit path however, i.e C:Program FilesVst32bitDrums (it will instal in C:Program Files (x86)Vst32bitDrums instead), that’s just how standard Windows Installers work. The opposite should be possible, if somewhat confusing.

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[Paul Morgan]

All is sorted.

It was actually a lot easier than I thought it would be, you’d think I never installed plugins before
Its just that some of the wording in the READ ME put me of a bit until I read it more carefully that is.

Oh & BTW EZdrummer is so EZ to work with & sounds really great, I’ll definitely be getting EZX packs when I get a chance!!

Thanks for your help Rogue

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