Supported 10.13.6 (High Sierra) through 11.0.1 (Big Sur). Note that this version was released just as Apple Silicon (M1) was launching, so native support was still in its early stages. Windows: Fully compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit).
Because Waves moves to new versions annually (V13, V14, etc.), users with V12 licenses must ensure they don't accidentally "upgrade" via Waves Central unless they have an active Waves Update Plan (WUP). 6. Why This Specific Version Matters
The v27.11.2020 release was designed for the transition period between older and newer architectures:
This was the "headliner" feature. Users could finally resize plugin windows from 75% to 200% of their original size. This addressed a long-standing complaint regarding plugins looking tiny on 4K or Retina displays.
Waves 12 Complete V27.11.2020 Apr 2026
Supported 10.13.6 (High Sierra) through 11.0.1 (Big Sur). Note that this version was released just as Apple Silicon (M1) was launching, so native support was still in its early stages. Windows: Fully compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit).
Because Waves moves to new versions annually (V13, V14, etc.), users with V12 licenses must ensure they don't accidentally "upgrade" via Waves Central unless they have an active Waves Update Plan (WUP). 6. Why This Specific Version Matters Waves 12 Complete v27.11.2020
The v27.11.2020 release was designed for the transition period between older and newer architectures: Supported 10
This was the "headliner" feature. Users could finally resize plugin windows from 75% to 200% of their original size. This addressed a long-standing complaint regarding plugins looking tiny on 4K or Retina displays. Because Waves moves to new versions annually (V13, V14, etc