So I've had a Virus TI for a while and at some point I just got tired of not having a way to actually update its library of sounds. Alternatives for me at least didn't work. The official software hasn't been updated since before Catalina, and I needed something simple that I could use with my MacBook, a way to browse and organize patches and have some real-time parameter control for automation inside Logic without jumping through hoops.
I tried what was out there. Nothing quite worked for me so I built my own thing.
It's called Vyrux. It's a macOS app (AU plugin + standalone) that gives you:
- A patch librarian: browse, organize, transfer patches. Double click the patch to play it on the Virus
- Full SysEx parameter control in real time
- Works over standard MIDI
- MIDI channel selector, USB and DIN MIDI support (I highly recommend ESI MidiMate eX)
- Three UI themes (amber, red, white) to match your hardware
- Auto-updates via Sparkle
It works on macOS 11 and up, Apple Silicon and Intel. Virus TI, TI2, TI Snow, TI Polar.
On first install, macOS may block the installer, go to System Settings -> Privacy & Security and click "Open Anyway" next to Vyrux
There's a 2-hour free trial, no credit card needed. If you like it, it's €19.99 (ex-vat) one-time, no subscription. I made this solo and used it myself for a good chunk of time without issues.
Give it a spin!