Astra and Beatmaker FAQ

Which DAW’s support Astra and Beatmaker?

Astra and Beatmaker should be compatible with most DAW's but have been verified to work with Ableton Live 10, FL Studio 20, and Logic Pro X.

What is Astra?

Astra is a software synthesizer and experimental sound design tool that integrates into your DAW.

What is Beatmaker?

 Beatmaker is a sample-based drum machine plugin that helps you add beats to your projects in your DAW.

Can I use Astra on my mobile device? 

Astra is not currently available on mobile devices.

Are Astra and Beatmaker Rent-to-Own plugins?

 No. Astra and Beatmaker are included with the Creator and Creator+ plans and you only have access to Astra and Beatmaker while the subscription for that plan is active. 

What file formats are Astra and Beatmaker available in?

Astra is VST3 and AU. Beatmaker is VST, VST3 (macOS only) and AU. Please note: The AU file format is only compatible with macOS systems

 Are Astra and Beatmaker 64 bit only or 32 bit as well?

64 bit only.

If I stop paying for Astra and Beatmaker, what will happen to the tracks I used them in?

They will freeze, only allowing for previously loaded content to playback.

Is Astra better than Serum?

We love Serum, but we want to create something new that’s connected to our library. We are developing it and we need your feedback.

Can I use Bridge, Astra or Beatmaker in Pro Tools?

No, these plugins are not available in the formats that Pro Tools uses.