VST stands for Virtual Studio Technology, and it’s a plugin interface created by the German company Steinberg (the same company behind Cubase) that allows your plugin software to seamlessly integrate with your DAW. We often see the letters “VST” tacked on. They can be virtual synthesizers, effect modules, spectrum analyzers, and everything in between. Step 5: Check Your New VST Plugin From The ListĪ VST plugin is a piece of 3rd party software that you can add to your DAW.Step 4: VST Plugin Search Path Settings & Scan.Step 3: Open the FL Studio Plugin Manager.Step 2: Install the VST Plugin on Your Mac or PC.