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How to install Spitfire Audio plugins through Splice

Updated over a week ago

This article applies to the following Spitfire Audio plugins rented through Splice:

  • BBC Symphony Orchestra Professional

  • Solar: BBC Radiophonic Workshop

  • Abbey Road Two: Iconic Strings Professional

  • AIR Studios Reverb

  • Eric Whitacre Choir


Step 1 – Start Your Lease & Set Up Accounts

  1. Start your Rent-to-Own lease for your Spitfire Audio plugin.

    • If you created a new Spitfire Audio account, see our guide here to set up your account.


Step 2 – Install the Splice Desktop App

  1. Open the app and log in using the account linked to your Spitfire Audio lease.


Step 3 – Install Your Plugin from Splice

  1. In the Splice app, go to Apps & Plugins.

  2. Find your Spitfire Audio plugin.

    • If you see Reinstall instead of Install, click it anyway and complete the steps.

  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to install.


Step 4 – Install from the Spitfire Audio App

  1. Once the Splice installation finishes, open your Applications folder.

  2. Launch the Spitfire Audio app and log in with the account linked to your lease.

  3. Locate your plugin and click Install.


Step 5 – Open in Your DAW

  1. Open your DAW.

  2. Rescan your plugins.

  3. Launch your Spitfire Audio plugin and start creating!


Troubleshooting & Notes

Mac Users – “Download Failed” Error

If you see this error, you may need to grant Full Disk Access to both Spitfire Audio and Splice.

To enable Full Disk Access:

  1. Click the Apple icon → System Settings.

  2. Go to Privacy & SecurityFull Disk Access.

  3. Turn on access for Spitfire Audio and Splice.

  4. Enter your Mac administrator password when prompted.

  5. Retry the installation in the Spitfire Audio app.


Large Libraries

  • Spitfire Audio libraries are often very large. Check that you have enough free disk space before installing.

Installing to an External Drive

  • Use a fast, reliable drive (USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt SSD).

  • Keep the drive connected when using the plugin. Learn more here.

Download Times

  • Some libraries can take several hours to download.

  • For best results, avoid running multiple applications during installation.


🎥 For a full walkthrough, watch the video below:

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