VCV Rack 2 Free
Universal version latest seen at v2.6.3 · Reported by 4 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (3):
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
VCV Rack 2 Free is a free, open-source modular synthesizer and audio workstation for macOS, Windows and Linux. It simulates classic analog synthesizer architecture using a virtual patching model — users drag and drop modules (oscillators, filters, sequencers, effects, utilities) into a grid and interconnect them with virtual patch cables to create sounds, sequences and complex signal chains. VCV Rack is used by electronic musicians, sound designers, hobbyists and professionals for synthesis, modulation, live performance, generative composition and audio experimentation. A native Apple Silicon build has been confirmed running on Macs in the Rosetta Check community.
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1 suggestionA native Apple Silicon build of VCV Rack 2 Free already exists and has been confirmed running on real Macs. Download the latest version from the official VCV website (vcvrack.com) — the site automatically serves the correct architecture (native for Apple Silicon, Intel for older Macs) based on your hardware. Simply replace your current Intel build with the native installer. Your existing patches, presets, and plugin library will carry over without any migration step. You should see noticeably better CPU efficiency and lower latency on Apple Silicon with the native build compared to running under Rosetta.
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