All users should update to the latest PLAY software. PLAY installers do not need a previous version of PLAY already installed.
For instrument-specific updates and documentation, see below.
EastWest/Quantum Leap Soundsonline urges users to
consider the timing of updates. If you are in the middle of a project, it may be prudent to wait until the
project is complete.
The PLAY software update version 4.2.35 (shown below) is for Windows users and Intel Mac users running OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or higher. If you are using a G5 (PPC) Mac or are running OS X 10.4 (Tiger), click here.
PLAY Software for Windows and Mac users - (Mac 10.5 or higher, Intel only - other Mac users click here)
May 28, 2015
PLAY Software Update v4.2.35
All installed PLAY Virtual Instruments will be updated automatically by Play Software Update v4.2.35
If you are using Apple Mavericks and get an "unidentified developer" message when clicking on the "PLAY_4.2.35.mpkg" icon, right-click or control-click on the icon instead and proceed.
What's fixed and added in PLAY Software Update v4.2.35?
Fixed various issues that caused instruments not to load
Improved load time
MAC USERS MUST NOT USE THIS UPDATE UNLESS THEY ARE RUNNING LEOPARD OR NEWER ON AN INTEL MAC!
All installed PLAY Virtual Instruments will be updated automatically by Play Software Update v4.2.2
If you are using Apple Mavericks and get an "unidentified developer" message when clicking on the "PLAY_4.2.2.mpkg" icon, right-click or control-click on the icon instead and proceed.
What's fixed and added in PLAY Software Update v4.2.2?
Included compatibility for Hollywood Orchestral Percussion
MAC USERS MUST NOT USE THIS UPDATE UNLESS THEY ARE RUNNING LEOPARD OR NEWER ON AN INTEL MAC!
NOTE: Instrument Updates will not be reflected in already saved projects/templates. Instruments in these saved projects/templates must be re-loaded in order to take effect.
EWQLSO Platinum Plus Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. This addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum PLUS (24- and 16-bit) users download here.
EWQLSO Platinum Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. This addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum STANDARD (24-bit only) users download here.
WordBuilder Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is ONLY for users who do not have PLAY 2.1.1 or higher. PLAY 2.1.1 and higher have WordBuilder integrated and do not require a separate plugin. PLAY version 3.0.25 and higher contains WB 64-bit integrated for Mac.
Changes and enhancements:
fixes issue when using 'an' in votox or English with men's and women's choirs
Sample Library Update 1.0.1
This sample library update includes new samples. The patches for these samples are in the 1.0.1 Instrument Update, which must be downloaded separately.
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Sample Library Update 1.0.1 (234MB)
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Sample Library Update 1.0.1 (133MB)
Download and run the installer for your operating system. Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.