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Everything you need to install, activate, and troubleshoot Pressure v1.6.0 on the current public macOS release path.
System Requirements
| Version | v1.6.0 |
| macOS | 11.0+ (Big Sur) or later |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| CPU | Intel or Apple Silicon (native ARM support) |
| Public release path | macOS via Weather Station |
| RAM | 4 GB minimum |
Installation
Weather Station is the primary public way to download, install, update, and manage Pressure. A direct macOS installer also remains available from your account page or purchase email. Use Weather Station when you want the default Bellweather install and update workflow. See our installation guide for step-by-step instructions.
License Activation
When you first open Pressure in your DAW, it will prompt for a license key. Enter the key from your purchase confirmation email.
| Activations | Up to 3 computers you own |
| Internet | Required only for initial activation |
| Offline use | Full functionality after activation |
| iLok | No iLok required |
To move a license to a new machine, deactivate it from the old machine first (open Pressure → Settings → Deactivate), then activate on the new machine.
Common Issues
Plugin doesn't appear in my DAW
Run a plugin rescan in your DAW's preferences. On macOS, verify the plugin file exists in the standard VST3, AU, or AAX locations that Weather Station or the macOS installer uses.
License activation fails
Check your internet connection. Copy the license key exactly as shown in your email (including dashes). If you've exceeded 3 activations, deactivate an old machine first or contact support.
High CPU usage
Disable oversampling for tracking and monitoring. Use Realtime oversampling for mixing and Offline only for final renders. Typical CPU usage is under 5% on modern systems without oversampling.
Audio dropouts or clicks
Increase your DAW's buffer size (256 or 512 samples is usually sufficient). If using oversampling, try switching from Offline to Realtime mode.
Contact Support
Can't find what you need? Email directly:
keith@bellweatherstudios.comInclude: DAW name & version, OS version, plugin version (shown in Settings), and a description of the issue. Screenshots or crash logs help resolve issues faster.