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INSTALLATION
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Installing the Software
! Both the stand-alone version of Reason and the Rack Plugin are installed in the same
procedure. So, even if you are only planning to use the Rack Plugin version of Reason,
follow the installation procedure(s) below:
Installing Reason
D Unzip the download file (Windows) or mount the disk image file (macOS).
What to do next depends on whether you are installing on a Mac or a Windows computer.
Windows:
1. Locate the file called “Install Reason 12.exe" and double click it.
2. Follow the instructions on screen.
Before executing the installation of the software components, you will be asked to select a language,
an install location, and whether you wish to create a program shortcut/alias on your desktop. When the
installation is complete, you have the option of launching Reason directly.
The Reason Rack Plugin VST3 is automatically installed in C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3.
The Reason Rack Plugin AAX is automatically installed in
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins\
macOS:
1. Double click the Reason installation file.
2. Follow the instructions on screen.
The Reason Rack Plugin VST3 is automatically installed in
Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3.
The Reason Rack Plugin AUv2 is automatically installed in
Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components.
The Reason Rack Plugin AAX is automatically installed in
Macintosh HD/Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins
Both platforms:
• During the installation, the Authorizer application will be installed on your computer.
This application is necessary for handling the Reason authorization (see below) and administration of
Rack Extension devices.
• At the first program launch, you will also have the option to download additional
content from the Manage Content window.
The optional content consists of Rack Extensions and sound banks and is stored in the “Propellerhead
Content” folder in the “Music” folder on your computer. After the download you will have to restart
Reason for the optional content to become available.