How to use this guideIn this article, we list out all information about BIAS FX 2 Desktop, from a full spec sheet of different BIAS FX 2 license tiers, and recommended computer specs, to compatible DAWs. |
Product Comparison
*Please note that expansion packs (Metal Signature, Acoustic, Bass) are NOT included under any BIAS FX 2 license - i.e. buying BIAS FX 2 Elite alone will not unlock any expansion packs.
O: available, X: not available
| License Tier | Demo | LE | Standard | Professional | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Plugin Version | O | O | O | O | O |
| Standalone Version | O | O | O | O | O |
| Factory Preset | 5 | 24 | 70 | 130 | 210 |
| Amp | 8 | 18 | 39 | 75 | 116 |
| Effects | 10 | 22 | 43 | 115 | 125 |
| Rack | X | X | X | 14 | 18 |
| (New) Tri-Chorus HD Rack | X | X | X | O | O |
| (New) Multi Comp HD Rack | X | X | X | O | O |
| (New) Wah HD | X | X | X | O | O |
| (New) Mega-Tap HD Rack | X | X | X | O | O |
| (New) Advance Comp HD Rack | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) EchoreX HD Rack | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) Vintage Spring HD Rack | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) Les Rotary HD Rack | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) Fuzz Modeler | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) Time Modeler | X | X | X | X | O |
| (New) Harmonizer Modeler | X | X | X | X | O |
| Target Guitars in Guitar Match | 2 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 24 |
| Looper / Backing Track Player | O | O | O | O | O |
| Rewind | O | O | O | O | O |
| MIDI / Automation | X | X | X | O | O |
| IR Loader | X | X | X | O | O |
| Cloud Banks | X | O | O | O | O |
| New ToneCloud | O | O | O | O | O |
| New User Interface and Workflow | O | O | O | O | O |
| New DSP Engine | O | O | O | O | O |
| Compatibility with Expansion Packs | X | X | O | O | O |
| BIAS Pedal (separate application) included | X | X | X | X | O |
Further information on license upgrades:
How to Upgrade to Higher License Tier
System Requirement
macOS
| Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | macOS 11 Big Sur | macOS 14 Sonoma |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 / Apple silicon | Intel Core i5 / Apple silicon |
| Memory | 4 GB of RAM | 8 GB of RAM or more (for more effects or amps) |
| Storage | 3.5 GB available space | 3.5 GB available space Additional: 1 GB for the Rewind feature, 4 GB for AU / VST, 1.5 GB for AAX |
| Graphics | A dedicated GPU is highly recommended for a smoother UI | |
| Audio Plug-in Formats | Audio Units, VST 2, VST 3, AAX Native | |
| An Internet connection is required to activate your license and access ToneCloud. Positive Grid software products do not support offline activation at this moment. Offline mode is available after software activation. | ||
Windows
| Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| System Type | 64-bit | |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz Dual core processor | 2.0 GHz Dual core or faster |
| Memory | 4 GB of RAM | 8 GB of RAM or more (for more effects or amps) |
| Storage | 1.5 GB available space for Standalone Additional: 1 GB required for the Rewind feature |
2 GB available space for Standalone Additional: 1 GB required for the Rewind feature |
| Graphics | A dedicated GPU is highly recommended for a smoother UI | |
| Audio Plug-in Formats | VST 2, VST 3, AAX Native | |
| An Internet connection is required to activate your license and access ToneCloud. Positive Grid software products do not support offline activation at this moment. Offline mode is available after software activation. | ||
*BIAS FX 2 currently does not offer native support for ARM-based Windows systems.
Compatible DAWs
macOS
| Host | Required Version |
|---|---|
| Ableton Live | 10 to 11 |
| GarageBand | 10 |
| Logic Pro X | 10 |
| Cubase | 10 to 12 |
| Pro Tools | 2019 to 2023 |
| REAPER | 6 to 7 |
| Reason | 10 to 11 |
| Studio One | 4 to 6 (Artist and above) |
Windows
| Host | Required Version |
|---|---|
| Ableton Live | 10 to 11 |
| Cubase | 10 to 12 |
| Pro Tools | 12 to 2023 |
| REAPER | 6 to 7 |
| Reason | 10 to 11 |
| Studio One | 4 to 6 (Artist and above) |
If your DAW of choice is not listed here, it might still work but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee.
Further reading:
Complete Guide from Downloading BIAS FX 2 to Getting a Sound