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Carla vs Plogue Bidule: catalog facts
Carla	Plogue Bidule
Free Free to download; the project accepts donations.	Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS
Supports many plugin formats plus SF2 and SFZ files Rack and patchbay modes as well as JACK multi-client	Hosts supported audio plug-ins Builds reusable processing arrangements
Built around JACK, which has a learning curve Rack mode does not support plugins with non-stereo channels	Requires learning a modular routing workflow and purchasing a license.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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