When not in Movie Mode, the plugin ensures the original left and right signals remain untouched, preserving the source's basic imaging.
The V.I Stereo to 5.1 Converter Suite is exclusively available for systems. Because it is a 32-bit legacy plugin originally released in the mid-2000s, modern 64-bit DAWs (like newer versions of Cubase or Pro Tools) may require a "bridge" (such as jBridge) or a specific host like Plogue Bidule to run it correctly.
Three separate 2-in/2-out plugins for hosts that only support stereo. These allow users to process audio in channel pairs and manually combine them into a 6-channel file later. Key Features of the V.I Suite
The main 2-input/6-output plugin for DAWs that natively support multichannel VSTs.
While newer tools like Waves UM226 or Penteo offer more modern algorithms, the V.I Suite remains a popular choice for hobbyists because it is completely and offers a transparent upmixing process. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more
The suite offers several manual controls to fine-tune the "virtual" surround environment:
V.I Stereo to 5.1 Converter Suite by Steve Thomson - KVR Audio