Gig Performer Essentials Now Available
Deskew Technologies has released Gig Performer Essentials, an entry-level, budget-friendly edition of its live performance plugin host. Designed for musicians, Gig Performer Essentials delivers the flexibility of the full version in a more focused, streamlined package
Inspired by Professionals. Refined for Everyone. Gig Performer was originally developed by touring musicians to address the shortcomings of existing products and to create workflows that previously could only be achieved by awkwardly combining multiple tools. Over ten years later, Gig Performer is used by thousands of performing artists worldwide as an all-in-one VST/AU plugin host, set list manager, audio mixer, backing track player, sound design tool, MIDI patch bay, and more.
Gig Performer’s distinctive visual approach to routing enables musicians to easily create sophisticated performance setups with clarity and control, whether on macOS or Windows. Many Gig Performer users have evolved into power users—exploring deep customization through features like GPScript and advanced widget behavior. However, for users who do have no need for that level of detail and customization, Essentials serves as a logical extension of the Gig Performer family.
“By having a more streamlined experience, Gig Performer Essentials users will enjoy the benefits of our flagship platform but with a more plug-and-play approach,” said David Jameson, co-founder and CEO of Deskew Technologies.
Gig Performer Key Essentials features include: 
- Plugin Hosting (VST/AU): Use your favorite virtual instruments and effects on stage, with no limits on how many VSTs you can host.
- Unlimited Rackspaces: Create reusable sound setups and switch between them instantly.
- Global Rackspace: Keep key sounds and effects running across your whole set.
- Multi-Song MIDI Player: Add backing tracks, automation, or MIDI control seamlessly.
- Streaming Audio File Player: Load thousands of songs into your Gig files without depleting RAM resources, removing the ceiling on backing tracks available during a show.
- Unlimited Setlists: Organize your songs and switch on the fly.
- Visual Signal Routing: Intuitive drag-and-drop connections for audio and MIDI.
- MIDI Controller Support: Integrate your hardware naturally and efficiently.
- Community Access: Tap into an active user base for support and ideas.
When Essentials users are ready to expand or get more granular, they can upgrade to the full version of Gig Performer at any time, with credit applied. All rackspaces built in Essentials are fully compatible with the full version, ensuring a seamless transition.
Gig Performer Essentials is available starting today at an entry-level price of $59. Learn more about Gig Performer Essentials on the Gig Performer blog, or purchase or download a trial version of the new software at www.gigperformer.com.
