When running the Mixbus software without a paid license (Mixbus, Mixbus Plus, or Mixbus Pro) the software runs in Demo mode for your evaluation.
In Demo mode, these limitations are enforced:
- Upon launching the Mixbus application, the Mixbus store page will be opened in your system's preferred web browser
- A quiet ‘hiss’ noise is injected randomly, lasting for a few seconds. This noise is not recorded to your tracks, but it is applied on the program outputs (including file exports).
- Exporting of ADM (Dolby immersive master) files is disallowed in Demo mode
- The bundled XT plugins will prevent access to their control-panel after one minute of evaluation
In Demo mode : the Dolby Atmos immersive panners, SSL 9000J EQ, and channelstrip Gate are available so you can evaluate them. The XT plugins will operate in Demo mode, as described above.
When a Mixbus (basic tier) license is applied, the Dolby Atmos immersive panners, SSL 9000J, and channelstrip gate will be visibly darkened and will have no effect. The XT plugins will operate in Demo mode, as described above.
When a Mixbus Plus license is applied, the channelstrip Gate will be sensitized, and the XT plugins will work without limitations. The Dolby Atmos immersive panners and SSL 9000J EQ will be visibly darkened and have no effect on the signal.
When a Mixbus Pro license is applied, the Dolby Atmos Immersive panners and the SSL 9000J EQ will be sensitized. The channelstrip Gate will be sensitized, and the XT plugins will work without limitations.