STANDALONE

A plug-in host for musicians
who just want to play.

Load your plug-ins, plug in, and go. No DAW. No distractions.

New plug-in

Meet STELLA '71.
Our 5-watt amp plug-in.

A separate plug-in for Mac and Windows that runs in STANDALONE or your DAW. Try it free for 7 days.

Meet STELLA '71
Bought STANDALONE before October 1, 2026? Claim your STELLA '71 license →
STELLA '71 STELLA '71 American Silver 5-Watt Amp plug-in interface

American Silver 5-Watt Amp Plug-in

STANDALONE 2.0 Keys Mode · Stereo Inputs · Multi-Output Routing · Preset Linking · Snap to Transients · MIDI Support · PDF Charts
One app, two modes
Standalone in Guitar Mode Standalone in Keys Mode
Download Free Trial
7-day free trial · No credit card required macOS 14.0+ (Sonoma)

How it works

Simple by design

01

Load your plug-ins

Add your favorite amp sims, software instruments, and effects.

02

Plug in and play

Connect your interface and start playing. Your rig is ready in seconds.

03

Capture ideas

Hit record. No project setup, no file management. Just your playing, saved.

04

Practice

Import tracks, make setlists, change tempo or key, add markers, and loop sections.

05

Low profile

There when you need it, invisible when you don't.

Size it up

Built for practice

Standalone practice mode

Ready to play?

$24.99

macOS 14.0+ (Sonoma)

Free Trial

STANDALONE 7-day free trial · no credit card required

Bought STANDALONE before October 1, 2026? Claim your STELLA '71 license →

Always there

Thoughtfully crafted

Standalone recording

Recording

Capture ideas instantly. No project setup needed.

Standalone tuner

Tuner

Three modes, with adjustable reference pitch.

Standalone metronome

Metronome

Syncs tempo to your plugins. Count-in for recording.

Standalone mini mode

Mini Mode

Minimize when you need screen space. Your rig stays running.

Standalone setlists

Setlists

Make setlists of songs you need to practice for a gig.

FAQ

What is STANDALONE?
STANDALONE is a lightweight macOS Audio Unit plug-in host for guitarists, keyboardists, and other musicians who want to play without opening a DAW. Load amp sims, software instruments, and effects; save complete rigs as presets; and record or loop ideas as they happen. Practice with imported tracks, organize playlists and setlists, change key and tempo, add markers and loop sections, display PDF charts, control your setup with MIDI, and route sources to separate outputs.
What plug-ins work with STANDALONE?
Most Audio Unit (AU) plug-ins—effects in any mode, plus AU software instruments in Keys Mode. Some plug-ins just do not play nicely, but if it works in Logic, it should work here.
Is STANDALONE a DAW?
No. There is no timeline, MIDI sequencing, or mixing console. STANDALONE is a lightweight plug-in host with a simple recorder and practice tools built in. It is for playing and practicing, not producing.
How much does STANDALONE cost?
STANDALONE is $24.99 and includes a seven-day free trial.
Does STANDALONE include STELLA '71?
Not for new purchases. STELLA '71 is a separate plug-in for $24.99. The launch offer that included a STELLA '71 license with STANDALONE has ended. If you owned or bought STANDALONE during that offer, you can still claim your license.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Download STANDALONE and use the complete app free for seven days. No credit card is required.
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