> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.nomn.jp/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation

> Download and install RESERVOIR as VST3 or Audio Unit

# Installation

## System Requirements

* **OS:** macOS (Apple Silicon + Intel universal)
* **Formats:** VST3, Audio Unit (AU)
* **DAW:** Any VST3 or AU-compatible host (Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Reaper, Bitwig, etc.)

## Download

Download the latest RESERVOIR installer from [nomn.jp](https://nomn.jp).

## Install

Run the installer. It places plugin files in the standard locations:

| Format   | Location                                                  |
| -------- | --------------------------------------------------------- |
| **VST3** | `~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/RESERVOIR.vst3`            |
| **AU**   | `~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/RESERVOIR.component` |

## DAW Setup

### Ableton Live

1. Open **Preferences → Plug-Ins**
2. Enable **VST3** and set the custom folder if needed
3. Rescan plugins
4. Find RESERVOIR under **Plug-Ins → NOMN**

### Logic Pro

1. Open **Logic Pro → Settings → Audio Units**
2. Logic scans AU plugins automatically on launch
3. Find RESERVOIR under **MIDI FX → NOMN → RESERVOIR**

### Reaper

1. Open **Preferences → Plug-Ins → VST**
2. Add VST3 path if not already listed
3. Rescan
4. Insert RESERVOIR on any track via **FX → VST3**

## MIDI Routing

RESERVOIR generates MIDI output. To hear sound:

1. Load RESERVOIR on a **MIDI track** or **instrument track**
2. Route RESERVOIR's MIDI output to a virtual instrument (synth, sampler, etc.)
3. Press play — RESERVOIR generates MIDI in sync with your DAW transport

## Uninstall

Delete the plugin files from the locations listed above. User presets are stored in `~/Library/Application Support/RESERVOIR/` — remove this folder to clear all saved data.