Carla is an open-source audio plugin host that allows users to load and use multiple audio plugins within a single application. It is written in C++ and supports various audio plugin formats, such as LV2, VST, and AU.
- Main Features of Carla
- Supports multiple audio plugin formats, such as LV2, VST, and AU
- Provides a built-in patchbay for routing audio between plugins
- Offers a range of customization options, including the ability to change the UI and add custom scripts
- Allows users to save and load plugin configurations
- Pros of Carla
- Open-source and cross-platform, available for Linux, Mac, and Windows
- Has a large user community and active development
- Offers a wide range of features for audio plugin hosting
- Cons of Carla
- May not be as user-friendly as some competing plugin hosts
- May not have as many features as some commercial plugin hosts
