Installing the ARIA Player

If you are installing the ARIA Player as part of a Garritan sample library, note that the version of the ARIA Player included with your library is most likely out-of-date. You should download and install the most current version by following these instructions for updating the ARIA Player.

Installing the ARIA Player is easy. If you are installing the ARIA Player as part of a Garritan sample libraryA piece of software consisting of a collection of recorded instrument sounds. Sample libraries can be used to play back existing MIDI sequences or to act as a live virtual instrument., the full installation can require several gigabytes of free hard disk space, although the ARIA Player is a very small portion of this total; make sure your system meets or exceeds the system requirements for the library. Installation involves installing the ARIA Engine and ARIA Player, followed by your library’s instrument samples. A setup program will guide you through the installation process step-by-step.

After completing the ARIA Player installation, you can install your Garritan sample library if applicable. Refer to the library's user manual for information on registration, installation, and activation.