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Manual

The Lounge Lizard EP-4 manual in HTML and PDF format.

FAQ

Answers to some common questions.

Can Lounge Lizard EP‑3 and Lounge Lizard EP‑4 be installed on the same computer? #

Absolutely, they are separate programs/plug-ins.

I’m still running Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard), which version of Lounge Lizard EP‑4 do I need? #

The final compatible version of Lounge Lizard EP‑4 with Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) is available below.

I’m still running a 32-bit DAW or operating system, which version of Lounge Lizard EP‑4 do I need? #

The final Lounge Lizard EP‑4 version with 32-bit support is available below.

Latest installers

Links and version numbers of the current installers for macOS and Windows

macOS version history

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.4 for macOS —LATEST #

    May 26, 2023

    Fixed in this update

    • VST3 hosts were not notified of parameter changes when a new preset was loaded.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.3 for macOS #

    Jan. 18, 2023

    Added in this update

    • Added native Apple Silicon compatibility for AAX plug-in.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.2 for macOS #

    July 14, 2022

    Fixed in this update

    • VST3 could show the wrong version number in the Finder.
    • Fixed audible click when switching between some presets.
    • When working with VST3 parameter automation, some DAWs showed random characters in the parameter value.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.1 for macOS #

    May 20, 2021

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed possible crash on start with VST3 plug-in.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.0 for macOS #

    March 30, 2021

    Added in this update

    • Apple Silicon (M1) compatibility.
    • Dropped support for 32-bit DAWs.
    • Dropped support for Windows 7.
    • Dropped support for macOS 10.7, 10.8, 10.9 and 10.10.
    • Improved behaviour of Windows installer.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed possible crash in Logic Pro when removing plug-in from track.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.2 for macOS #

    Jan. 6, 2021

    Fixed in this update

    • Delay knob in Vintage Chorus did not always work correctly at high sampling rates.
    • Peaking LED did not work in the level meter.
    • When a project was loaded in a DAW, the Save and Compare buttons would be enabled even if the preset had not been edited.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.1 for macOS #

    Jan. 28, 2020

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed stuck note problem when rendering tracks with Audio Unit plug-ins on some configurations.
    • Improved note decay behaviour when repeating a note pattern quickly while the sustain pedal is depressed.
    • Some popup menus could remain open when the plug-in window was closed.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.0 for macOS #

    Nov. 22, 2019

    Added in this update

    • Added support for GUI scaling in 64-bit DAWs.

    Fixed in this update

    • VST3 plug-in now works in Digital Performer 10.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.5 for macOS #

    March 21, 2019

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed Trem button behaviour.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.4 for macOS #

    Dec. 17, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed keyboard handling in some VST3 hosts.
    • Mitigation for compatibility problem with Universal Audio plug-ins in Logic X. Should prevent crashes until Universal Audio provides a fix.
    • Scala tunings did not reload after a sample rate change.
    • Fixed a bug that prevented adding MIDI links to some parameters.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.3 for macOS #

    April 12, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed audio mixdown bug in Cubase on tracks with automation.
    • Fixed Scala tuning list sorting on macOS High Sierra (10.13).

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.1 for macOS #

    March 19, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed some graphical glitches introduced in v4.2.0.
    • Added output channel selection list in the audio configuration dialog (standalone).

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.0 for macOS #

    Feb. 27, 2018

    Added in this update

    • Standalone application now automatically detects connected MIDI devices.
    • Added VST3 support.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed tremolo on-off problem when moving mod wheel.
    • Fixed crash in MAGIX Music Maker.
    • Fixed UI crash when clicking on distortion type label.

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.2 for macOS #

    Sept. 21, 2017

    Added in this update

    • Save As dialog now suggests a new name automatically;

    Fixed in this update

    • Added macOS High Sierra (10.13) compatibility; dropped support for Mac OS 10.5 and 10.6;
    • Fixed effect parameter names displayed in Audio Units hosts.
    • Increased default polyphony in NKS presets.

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.1 for macOS #

    May 10, 2016

    Added in this update

    • Added NKS support.

    Fixed in this update

    • When plug-in GUI is closed and re-opened, it doesn't revert back to the "Play" pane automatically anymore;
    • Fixed buffer overflow in old MIDI code that caused crashes in LiveProfessor (and maybe occasionally in other DAWs);
    • Fixed VST parameter value display in VST hosts for equalizer gains;
    • Some notes were not played in very rare situations when the damper pedal was used.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
    • This is the final version compatible with Mac OS X 10.6 “Snow Leopard”.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.0 for macOS #

    Dec. 15, 2015

    Added in this update

    • Resized editor view;
    • Added microtonal tunings via Scala scale files;
    • Added parameter values entry via computer keyboard;
    • Added bank and program navigation via computer keyboard arrows;
    • Added retina display support for text; graphics are still low resolution.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed crash when loading a preset from the Trash bank;
    • Fixed an occasional user interface crash when creating a new bank.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.5 for macOS #

    April 28, 2015

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed editor window display in Ableton Live 32-bit on Mac OS X 10.10;

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.4 for macOS #

    Sept. 9, 2014

    Added in this update

    • Added support for MIDI assignments on pitch wheel and channel pressure (mono aftertouch);
    • Added Set Minimum/Maximum Value menu options to set a MIDI assignment’s range.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed click on first note after a program change when the new program’s Reverb Mix parameter is close to 100%;
    • Fixed slight problem with reverb tone at sampling rates higher than 48 kHz;
    • Improved behaviour in Bank/Program manager: current program is always visible when opening the manager, and selected program changes automatically when current program is changed from the Programs list;
    • Fixed level meters in Compressor module;
    • Fixed dropped/stuck MIDI notes in Audio Units plug-in under ju-x.com’s Hosting AU;
    • Modified registration dialog to comply with CASL.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.3 for macOS #

    Dec. 10, 2013

    Added in this update

    • Pro Tools 10, 11 AAX Native plug-in support;
    • Lower CPU load when idling;
    • Cubase 5 (circa 2009) or earlier support.

    Fixed in this update

    • Scrolling with some non-Apple mice;
    • Drawing problem when using VST in Orion;
    • Stereo output when using VST in Acid Pro.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.2 for macOS #

    March 6, 2013

    Added in this update

    • Added MIDI control change assignments;
    • Added MIDI bank change messages handling;
    • Added pitch bend range setting.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed high CPU usage on some presets;
    • Fixed MIDI program change messages from all MIDI channels;
    • Fixed other minor bugs.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.1 for macOS #

    Dec. 21, 2012

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed CPU time saver buzz.

    Installer

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.0 for macOS #

    Dec. 12, 2012

    Added in this update

    • Initial release.

    Installer

Windows version history

  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.4 for Windows—LATEST #

    May 26, 2023

    Fixed in this update

    • Improved startup time.
    • Fixed occasional GUI scaling problem on Windows in Reaper and possibly other DAWs.
    • VST3 hosts were not notified of parameter changes when a new preset was loaded.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.3 for Windows #

    Jan. 18, 2023

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.2 for Windows #

    July 14, 2022

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed VST3 plug-in editor resize in Acoustica Mixcraft.
    • Fixed audible click when switching between some presets.
    • When working with VST3 parameter automation, some DAWs showed random characters in the parameter value.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.1 for Windows #

    May 20, 2021

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed possible crash on start with VST3 plug-in.
    • Fixed problems when running in Cakewalk.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.4.0 for Windows #

    March 30, 2021

    Added in this update

    • Apple Silicon (M1) compatibility.
    • Dropped support for 32-bit DAWs.
    • Dropped support for Windows 7.
    • Dropped support for macOS 10.7, 10.8, 10.9 and 10.10.
    • Improved behaviour of Windows installer.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed possible crash in Logic Pro when removing plug-in from track.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.2 for Windows #

    Jan. 6, 2021

    Fixed in this update

    • Delay knob in Vintage Chorus did not always work correctly at high sampling rates.
    • Peaking LED did not work in the level meter.
    • When a project was loaded in a DAW, the Save and Compare buttons would be enabled even if the preset had not been edited.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.1 for Windows #

    Jan. 28, 2020

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed stuck note problem when rendering tracks with Audio Unit plug-ins on some configurations.
    • Improved note decay behaviour when repeating a note pattern quickly while the sustain pedal is depressed.
    • Some popup menus could remain open when the plug-in window was closed.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.3.0 for Windows #

    Nov. 22, 2019

    Added in this update

    • Added support for GUI scaling in 64-bit DAWs.

    Fixed in this update

    • Improved default GUI size on Windows in DAWs with high-DPI support.
    • VST3 plug-in now works in Digital Performer 10.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.5 for Windows #

    March 21, 2019

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed Trem button behaviour.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.4 for Windows #

    Dec. 17, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed keyboard handling in some VST3 hosts.
    • Fixed VST3 support in FL Studio on Windows
    • Scala tunings did not reload after a sample rate change.
    • Fixed a bug that prevented adding MIDI links to some parameters.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.3 for Windows #

    April 12, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed audio mixdown bug in Cubase on tracks with automation.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.1 for Windows #

    March 19, 2018

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed some graphical glitches introduced in v4.2.0.
    • Fixed crash on Windows with some ASIO drivers when audio interface was not connected.
    • Added output channel selection list in the audio configuration dialog (standalone).

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.2.0 for Windows #

    Feb. 27, 2018

    Added in this update

    • Standalone application now automatically detects connected MIDI devices.
    • Added VST3 support.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed tremolo on-off problem when moving mod wheel.
    • Fixed crash in MAGIX Music Maker.
    • Fixed UI crash when clicking on distortion type label.

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.2 for Windows #

    Sept. 21, 2017

    Added in this update

    • Save As dialog now suggests a new name automatically;

    Fixed in this update

    • Added macOS High Sierra (10.13) compatibility; dropped support for Mac OS 10.5 and 10.6;
    • Fixed effect parameter names displayed in Audio Units hosts.
    • Increased default polyphony in NKS presets.

    Notes

    • This installers can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installers is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.1 for Windows #

    May 10, 2016

    Added in this update

    • Added NKS support.

    Fixed in this update

    • When plug-in GUI is closed and re-opened, it doesn't revert back to the "Play" pane automatically anymore;
    • Fixed buffer overflow in old MIDI code that caused crashes in LiveProfessor (and maybe occasionally in other DAWs);
    • Fixed VST parameter value display in VST hosts for equalizer gains;
    • Some notes were not played in very rare situations when the damper pedal was used.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.1.0 for Windows #

    Dec. 15, 2015

    Added in this update

    • Resized editor view;
    • Added microtonal tunings via Scala scale files;
    • Added parameter values entry via computer keyboard;
    • Added bank and program navigation via computer keyboard arrows;
    • Added retina display support for text; graphics are still low resolution.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed crash when loading a preset from the Trash bank;
    • Fixed an occasional user interface crash when creating a new bank.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.5 for Windows #

    April 28, 2015

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed VST for old hosts;

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.4 for Windows #

    Sept. 9, 2014

    Added in this update

    • Added support for MIDI assignments on pitch wheel and channel pressure (mono aftertouch);
    • Added Set Minimum/Maximum Value menu options to set a MIDI assignment’s range.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed click on first note after a program change when the new program’s Reverb Mix parameter is close to 100%;
    • Fixed slight problem with reverb tone at sampling rates higher than 48 kHz;
    • Improved behaviour in Bank/Program manager: current program is always visible when opening the manager, and selected program changes automatically when current program is changed from the Programs list;
    • Fixed level meters in Compressor module;
    • Fixed dropped/stuck MIDI notes in Audio Units plug-in under ju-x.com’s Hosting AU;
    • Modified registration dialog to comply with CASL.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.3 for Windows #

    Dec. 10, 2013

    Added in this update

    • Pro Tools 10, 11 AAX Native plug-in support;
    • Lower CPU load when idling;
    • Cubase 5 (circa 2009) or earlier support.

    Fixed in this update

    • Drawing problem when using VST in Orion;
    • Stereo output when using VST in Acid Pro.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.2 for Windows #

    March 6, 2013

    Added in this update

    • Added MIDI control change assignments;
    • Added MIDI bank change messages handling;
    • Added pitch bend range setting.

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed high CPU usage on some presets;
    • Fixed MIDI program change messages from all MIDI channels;
    • Fixed other minor bugs.

    Notes

    • This installer can simply be run over your current installation to perform the update.
    • This installer is a full installer so you can use it as a starting point if you need to reinstall from scratch in the future.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.1 for Windows #

    Dec. 21, 2012

    Fixed in this update

    • Fixed CPU time saver buzz.
  • Lounge Lizard EP-4 v4.0.0 for Windows #

    Dec. 12, 2012

    Added in this update

    • Initial release.

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