VMR 3 vs Mix Bundle One – What’s the Difference?

This is a very common point of confusion, so let’s break it down.

What is VMR 3.0?

Virtual Mix Rack (VMR) is a plugin or 'module' host.

• It allows you to load and chain different processing modules (EQs, compressors, etc.) inside a single interface
• "VMR 3.0" simply refers to the current version of the plugin
• It includes features like Macros and the Discovery Preset Browser

Important: VMR itself does not come with a full set of modules by default. What you can use inside VMR depends on the licenses you own.

What is Mix Bundle One?

Mix Bundle One is a bundle of modules that run inside VMR.

It includes the following:

• FG-S (SSL-style EQ)
• FG-N (Neve-style EQ)
• FG-116 (1176-style compressor)
• FG-401 (VCA compressor)

When you own Mix Bundle One, these are the modules that will be available to you inside VMR.

Free Modules Included with VMR

The following modules are free and included with any VMR setup:

• Trimmer
• Revival
• Monster

These can also be redeemed separately for free here:

https://app.slatedigital.com/checkout?catalogItemReferenceId=vmr&bundleProductReference=revival

Key Takeaway

• VMR (Virtual Mix Rack) = the plugin (host)
• Mix Bundle One = a set of modules used inside VMR

They are not the same thing, but they work together.

Want More Modules?

VMR supports many additional modules beyond Mix Bundle One. To access more, you can:

• Purchase additional bundles
• Subscribe to the Complete Access plan for full access

Still have questions?

If you're unsure what you own or what’s included in your account, feel free to reach out to our support team—we’re happy to help.