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Getting Started

  • Introduction
  • Installation
  • Core Concepts
  • Signal Flow

Core Features

  • Keyswitches
  • Voice Layers
  • Chord Revoicing
  • Grid Inputs
  • Routing Matrix
  • Output Rows
  • Latch Mode

Modules

  • Phrase Arpeggiator
  • MIDI Clip Launcher
  • Smart Modifier
  • Articulation Trigger

Mixer & Presets

  • Mixer
  • Macros
  • The Preset System

Reference

  • Global Settings
  • Parameter Reference
  • Glossary
  • Troubleshooting
  • Requirements

DAW Setup

  • Logic Pro
  • Cubase
  • Reaper
  • Ableton Live
By the Forma Labs teamUpdated March 2026

filament runs on modern macOS and Windows systems. Here are the detailed requirements.

Operating System

macOS

  • macOS 13 (Ventura) or later
  • Intel or Apple Silicon (native)
  • 64-bit only

Windows

  • Windows 11 or later
  • 64-bit only

Plugin Formats

macOS

  • VST3
  • Audio Unit (AU)
  • Standalone

Windows

  • VST3
  • Standalone

Hardware Requirements

RAM

Minimum

4GB RAM (8GB or more recommended for large templates)

Disk Space

Minimum

50MB for filament installation

Display

Recommended

1280x720 minimum resolution

Tested DAWs

filament has been tested with the following DAWs:

  • Logic Pro 10.7+
  • Cubase 12+
  • Ableton Live 11+
  • Reaper 6+
  • Pro Tools 2022+
  • Studio One 5+
  • FL Studio 20+
  • Bitwig Studio 4+

filament should work with any DAW that supports VST3 or AU plugins.

Internet Connection

An internet connection is required for:

  • •Initial license activation
  • •Downloading updates

Once activated, filament works offline.

Recommended Setup

For the best experience with large orchestral templates:

  • •16GB RAM or more
  • •SSD storage for sample libraries
  • •Dedicated audio interface with low latency
  • •Multi-core processor for handling many instrument tracks

Related

Installation Guide

Troubleshooting