All users should update to the latest PLAY software.
For instrument-specific updates and documentation, see below.
EastWest/Quantum Leap Soundsonline urges users to
consider the timing of updates. If you are in the middle of a project, it may be prudent to wait until the
project is complete.
The PLAY software update version 2.1.1 (shown below) is for Windows users and Intel Mac users running OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or higher. If you are using a G5 (PPC) Mac or are running OS X 10.4 (Tiger), click here.
The PLAY software update version 1.2.5 and 1.2.5.3 (shown below) is for Windows users having difficulty with version 2.0, PowerPC (G5) Mac users, and Intel Mac users running OS X 10.4 (Tiger) or lower. If you are using an Intel Mac and running OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or higher, click here.
PLAY Software for Windows and Mac users - (Mac 10.5 or higher, Intel only - other Mac users click here)
NEW December 29, 2010
PLAY Software Update v2.1.1
This update is for the standalone and plugin versions of the PLAY software. Includes updated PLAY system manual.
All installed PLAY Virtual Instruments will be updated automatically by Play Software Update v2.1.1
MAC USERS MUST NOT USE THIS UPDATE UNLESS THEY ARE RUNNING LEOPARD OR NEWER ON AN INTEL MAC!
Changes and enhancements in PLAY Software Update version 2.1.1
addition of Integrated Wordbuilder into PLAY for Symphonic Choirs users
updated user manual for Symphonic Choirs including Integrated WordBuilder instructions
improved performance and handling for large Hollywood Strings legato instruments
fixed blank default reverb preset for instruments not saved with a reverb preset
fixed offset Instrument drop-down list for instruments with longer names
fixed graphic keyboard bug when deleting modified instrument
fixed stuck notes accumulating over time
fixed "save instrument" dialog box appearing in separate window
fixed possible performance issue with instruments that use note timers (repetitions)
PLAY Software for Mac PPC (G5) users and Tiger (10.4) users. - Windows users and Intel Mac users running Leopard (10.5) or newer click here)
Oct 27, 2009
PLAY Software Update v1.2.5.3
This update is for the standalone and plugin versions of the PLAY software. Includes updated PLAY system manual. This update is identical to the May 21, 2009 update (version 1.2.5) except that the installer now includes the updated PACE (iLok) drivers for Windows 7. The Mac version remains at 1.2.5.
All installed PLAY Virtual Instruments will be updated automatically by Play Software Update v1.2.5.3.
EWQLSO Platinum Plus Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. This addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum PLUS (24- and 16-bit) users download here.
EWQLSO Platinum Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. This addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum STANDARD (24-bit only) users download here.
WordBuilder Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is ONLY for users who do not have PLAY 2.1.1 or higher. PLAY 2.1.1 and higher have WordBuilder integrated and do not require a separate plugin.
Changes and enhancements:
fixes issue when using 'an' in votox or English with men's and women's choirs
Sample Library Update 1.0.1 (523MB)
This sample library update includes new samples. The patches for these samples are in the 1.0.1 Instrument Update, which must be downloaded separately.
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Sample Library Update 1.0.1 (234MB)
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Sample Library Update 1.0.1 (133MB)
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
PLAY version 1.2.0 (and above) includes a new Advanced Streaming Engine (ASE) developed by EASTWEST that offers huge performance gains over previous sampler streaming engines. In this video, Nick Phoenix shows how the PLAY ASE engine provides the power to run large arrangements and orchestrations, and you will see the voice count exceed 400 stereo voices.
