Devices that do not have their own driver software are considered class compliant and use the native macOS drivers. If your audio or MIDI devices require their own driver from the manufacturer, then you should wait to upgrade macOS until the manufacturer confirms compatibility or releases an updated driver.Īpple DAW software along with class compliant audio/MIDI devices are general exceptions and expected to be supported without compatibility issues. Music technology manufacturers prefer to test on the final version of macOS released to the public and announce their findings afterword. For example, if you have a DAW (Pro Tools, Studio One, Live, Cubase, etc.) or unique audio/MIDI device that requires driver installation, then you need to wait until the manufacturer makes a compatibility announcement. That usually means a driver update or a new software version. Check for compatibility first and view our macOS Big Sur Compatibility List for the last compatibility announcements.ĭo not upgrade to macOS Big Sur until you’ve confirmed compatibility for your hardware and software.
Even if your Mac is compatible, that does not necessarily mean the other software or hardware you use is also compatible. Some past generations of Macs are not able to use Big Sur and are limited to their latest compatible version of macOS. Most recent generations of Macs are compatible with macOS 11 Big Sur.
Follow each of the sections below to learn more about upgrading to macOS 11 Big Sur and check out our manufacturer compatibility list for the latest up-to-date macOS 11 Big Sur compatibility information. You absolutely should not upgrade without first verifying compatibility for both your software (DAWs, plug-ins, apps, etc.) and hardware (audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, device drivers, etc.). In this guide, we will show you how to safely upgrade to macOS 11 Big Sur, Apple’s latest Mac operating system.
Check the Manufacturer Compatibility List below as more information becomes available. While the operating system upgrade is currently available, do not upgrade unless all of your music production devices and software are officially deemed compatible by their respective manufacturers. Apple released macOS 11 Big Sur on November 12th, 2020.
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