If an older version of a plugin becomes incompatible with a new version of the official Software Center, emulators are sometimes used as a workaround.
While the primary use is often associated with piracy, there is a subset of "power users" who use R2R tools for other reasons: team r2r ascemu2
For most creators, the best path remains supporting the developers who build the instruments we love. Arturia frequently holds sales, making their world-class sounds accessible without the risks associated with third-party emulators. If an older version of a plugin becomes