Cobalt Space Neo - Quick Start
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Cobalt Space Neo is a Windows reverb / spatial effect plugin for Progressive Trance, Melodic House, Deep Progressive, Modern Trance, and similar production styles.

Version: 0.9.0

This file contains the minimum information needed to install the product and confirm that it makes sound. For detailed usage, refer to the PDF documentation.

By installing, launching, or using this software, you are deemed to have agreed to the Terms of Use.


1. System Requirements
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OS:
  Windows 11 64-bit recommended
  Windows 10 64-bit or later

Formats:
  VST3
  CLAP

Distribution formats are VST3 and CLAP only. There is no Standalone build.

Host:
  64-bit DAW with VST3 or CLAP support
  Stereo audio tracks or effect buses

The CLAP edition is experimental. If stability is your priority, start with the VST3 edition.


2. Install Locations
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There is no installer. Extract the zip and place the required files manually.

Distribution files:
  Cobalt Space Neo.vst3
  Cobalt Space Neo.clap

VST3:
  C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\

Or:
  %LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\Common\VST3\

CLAP:
  C:\Program Files\Common Files\CLAP\

Or:
  %LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\Common\CLAP\

After placing the files, restart your DAW or run a plugin rescan.


3. First Sound Check
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VST3 / CLAP:
  1. Place the plugin file in the correct folder above.
  2. Open your DAW.
  3. Run a plugin rescan.
  4. Load Cobalt Space Neo as an Insert or Send on an audio track or effect bus.
  5. Confirm Bank is Factory and Preset is Init Space.
  6. Play audio through the track and raise MIX to confirm the reverb.


4. Presets
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On launch:
  Starts from Init Space in the Factory bank.

Factory:
  Includes Init Space and additional Factory presets for common use cases.
  Use presets as starting points, then adjust MIX / LOW CUT / DECAY for your track.

User saves:
  In the Product Edition, SAVE stores presets to the User bank.
  Bank files use the .csnb extension. Individual presets use .csnp.
  Example save location:
    %APPDATA%\Synth Studio Neo\Cobalt Series\Cobalt Space Neo\


5. Demo Edition Limitations
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The Demo Edition has these limitations. They do not apply to the Product Edition.

  Audio fades out and becomes silent after about 900 seconds (15 minutes) from plugin load.
  The countdown uses a monotonic clock and is not reset by Windows wall-clock changes or sample-rate switches.
  To continue testing, reload the plugin.
  SAVE / Export Bank / Rename Bank are disabled.
  Import Bank is available.
  No popup is shown when the time limit is reached.


6. If There Is No Sound
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  Make sure audio is reaching the track.
  Check track monitoring, mute state, track volume, and master output in your DAW.
  Make sure MIX is not set to 0%.
  Make sure BYPASS is not ON.
  In the Demo Edition, check whether 900 seconds have passed since load; reload the plugin if needed.
  If reverb does not stop, press KILL.


7. Compatibility and Performance Notes
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Back up important DAW project files before use.

If CPU load is a concern, lower DECAY, SIZE, EPIC ENGINE, or MOD DEPTH, or reduce the number of instances.
If the CLAP edition is unstable, try the VST3 edition.


JUCE Notice
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English:
  This product was developed using JUCE 8.
  JUCE is a C++ application and audio framework by Raw Material Software Limited.
  This product is not affiliated with or endorsed by Raw Material Software Limited.

Japanese:
  Cobalt Space Neo は、Raw Material Software Limited による C++ アプリケーション／オーディオフレームワークである JUCE 8 を使用して開発されています。
  Cobalt Space Neo は Raw Material Software Limited と提携しておらず、同社による推奨・承認を受けた製品ではありません。
