

In this context, the XMOD module represents the mixer that allows you to crossfade between the signals coming from the two decks. While this analogy dramatically oversimplifies the concept of the plugin, sonically speaking it may be helpful to think of the two sides (A/B) as decks in a traditional DJ setup. This crossfade knob can itself be modulated via its dedicated LFO, or sequenced via the Parameter Sequencer or DAW Automation. The final stage of the plugin allows you to crossfade/morph/mix between the two audio signals emanating from the Scanners.

Segments are then distributed in time and sonically manipulated in various creative ways (hence multiplexing) by the plugin’s numerous modulation sources, sequencers and effects. Unlike slicers that typically deal with recalling markers placed within a single audio file, Cataract is driven by your DAW’s clock and dynamically scans over segments of up to four separate audio files, loaded across two “Scanners”. If you do not see PORTAL inside your FX Plugin menu, please do a rescan of your AU/VST/VST3/AAX plug-ins.Cataract is similar to a traditional “sample slicer” with a few key differences. Make sure to install PORTAL on your System Drive, and not another drive that holds your samples. Portal can be activated on up to four (4) computers simultaneously. How many computers can I activate Portal on?


C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesAvidAudioPlug-InsPortal.C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesVST3Portal.C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesVST2Portal.AAX: HD/Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins/Portal.VST3: HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/Portal.VST: HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST/Portal.Component: HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/Portal.Mac: /HD/Library/Application Support/Output/Portal Where is the Portal folder stored on my computer? Note: Unlike many of our other products, Portal is not a Kontakt instrument. After installation, it will appear in your lists of FX Plugins.
