Overview

VCV Rack 2 is a virtual modular synthesizer platform modeling Eurorack synthesizers. It allows users to learn and perform modular synthesis with real-time sound creation and live audio processing.

Key Features

• Dark room mode with adjustable brightness
• Module selections for saving, sharing, editing, and arranging collections
• Enhanced module browser with zoom, favorites, and sorting
• DAW plugin available in Rack Pro (VST2, VST3, Audio Unit, CLAP)
• Multiple Rack instances and offline rendering
• Up to 16 audio inputs/outputs and 16 MIDI inputs/outputs
• Parameter automation support
• Integration with hardware and software via multi-interface audio/CV and polyphonic MIDI
• Hosting VST plugins inside Rack and parameter control using CV with separate VCV Host module
• 30+ built-in modules and 170+ official modules from Eurorack manufacturers
• Over 2000 modules available from the VCV Library
• Module development possible with C++ VCV SDK

Target Users

Musicians and sound designers interested in modular synthesis, both beginners learning synthesis techniques and advanced users creating unique rhythms, melodies, and multi-track compositions.

System Requirements and Compatibility

• Supported OS: Windows 7 or newer, macOS 10.9 or newer, Linux (e.g., Ubuntu 16.04+)
• CPU: 64-bit Intel/AMD with SSE4.2 or Apple M1 or higher
• Graphics: Dedicated Nvidia/AMD graphics card from 2013 or newer recommended
• Memory and Disk Space: At least 1 GB RAM and 1 GB free disk space
• DAW plugin support (Pro only) for major DAWs like Ableton Live, Cubase, FL Studio, and others

Delivery Forms

Available as standalone software and as a plugin for DAWs (plugin mode requires Rack Pro).

Licensing and Pricing

• Free version with open-source modules and community support
• Professional Rack 2 Pro version priced at $149 with professional support and additional features
• Subscription available via VCV+ starting at $19/month