Specifically, was an "across the board" release that added further stability and sidechain support for VST 2.4. It remains a critical version for users on legacy systems, as it is the last version to support older platforms like RTAS/DAE for Pro Tools 10 and operating systems such as macOS Yosemite (10.10.5). How to Access Legacy Waves Plugins
While the industry has moved toward Waves Creative Access (a subscription-based model) and newer perpetual versions like V15, you can still manage and install V9 plugins officially through Waves Central . Release Notes - Waves Audio waves all plugins bundle v9r6 r2r33 fixed
The V9 series is noted for several significant technical advancements that modernized audio production at the time: Specifically, was an "across the board" release that
: The update included optimizations for faster plugin scanning, loading times, and overall processing. Release Notes - Waves Audio The V9 series
: Introduced the Waves License Center, allowing users to activate licenses directly on their computer or any USB flash drive.
: Allowed DAWs to access more RAM, enabling users to run more instances of heavy plugins without system instability.