This error typically occurs if the file path between the plugin and the library contents folder is broken. The file path can be broken if you have moved the LABS folder to a new location, or are using a computer which switches between Admin and User accounts.
If you are on Mac, and do not use Admin/ User accounts, this can be simply fixed by using Locate for the affected library: How do I use the "Locate" button in the Spitfire Audio App?
If you are on Windows, please follow the steps in the video below.
1. Locate the "spitfire.properties" file. This will likely be found at:
[System_Drive]:\Users\[Admin_User_Name]\AppData\Roaming\Spitfire Audio\Settings
2. Move the "spitfire.properties" file into your User account, which will be located at:
[System_Drive]:\Users\[My_User_Name]\AppData\Roaming\Spitfire Audio\Settings
Note: This file location is likely hidden by default. You can make these folders visible by ticking the appropriate box for hidden items in the 'view' tab of file explorer.
3. Once done, launch your DAW again and reopen the instrument.
If this doesn't work, please click the chat icon in the bottom right of your screen and talk to us so that we can help. If you don't see the chat icon, click on the "help" icon with the question mark and submit a ticket.
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Hi! I did every of 9 points. But there is no results. I still see "error #5". How can i get fix this? Thank you!
Hi Alexey, I've created a ticket on your behalf so that our support team can help you
I'm getting this error too in Logic Pro X and I reinstalled it on a different location the second time but it didn't work. I still get the error. I'd like some help to fix this too. :)
Martha, I've created a ticket for you too.
Hi. I recieved this error message too. I tried all the steps outlined above but still no joy. I was going to try out the LABS instruments with a view to purchasing one of the larger sample libraries at a later date (specifically Albion one). However, I am concerned about the same thing happening and ending up with a product I am unable to use.
I checked the hardware compatibility list on The Spitfire Audio site and my computer's specs seem ok. Could the DAW be the problem? I currently use Mixcraft 8; I notice there is no mention of this DAW on the Spitfire Audio website.
Thanks for your time.
Matthew, I've created a ticket in our system so that our support team can get back to you
Hello! I did everything, but it doesn't work. Can you help me?
Hi There. I am having the same problem as many of the above comments. Error #5 keeps coming up and no matter how many times i follow the instructions it still appears. Help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Brett
Brett, I've created a ticket on your behalf so that our support team can help.
Same error #25 in Logic 10.3.3 - I have installed 4 Labs libraries on a 2nd drive which is not my system drive.
Here is a link to my Log File:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/v3vyoqmiupaimlk/spitfireaudio2018-11-06_16-05-29.log?dl=0
Paul, I've created a ticket on your behalf so that our support team can help.
Hi I got the same error #5. I`ve already tried the points on the website, but there are still no improvements. How can I fix this? thank you!
Noah, I've created a ticket for you
Hey, after multiple fresh installs of the instruments and the spitfire audio app i still get this error, thanks
I've created a ticket for you too Nathan
It did work, but after "ERROR 5" and attemping several reinstallments, nothing works.
Is it some "magical folder" LABs needs to be in for Ableton to except it?
Johan, I've created a support ticket for you
I am using Fl Studio and i have the same problem.
In Ableton Live I have the same problem. Reinstall, but without result, only ERROR 5. Thank you
Audio App always wants the admin password to load (in windows 8.1). Why?
Still get same error in Reaper regardless of running the suggested updates.
I format my entire laptop, then install again the labs program, and it keeps show the ERROR 5 message. Please Help.
Hi all, if the article above doesn't work for you then we need to investigate individually to establish what is wrong. Please contact our support department by submitting a request at spitfireaudio.com/support
why dont works
I'm using Fl Studio and I have tried everything on this list multiple times. Even installing to a different location and I have has no luck. Please help!
I did not have to reinstall my labs, just replace them to their proper location
If anyone is still experimenting error #5 in Windows after trying everything suggested, please try moving the "Spitfire.properties" file from the admin account to the user account in the respective AppData\Roaming folder:
[System_Drive]:\Users\[My_User_Name]\AppData\Roaming\Spitfire Audio\Settings
That configuration file contains the instrument's location, and in my case Windows only installed it in the administrator folder, while it should also be available in the actual user's account from where you run your DAW.
Thanks to Mike Mathison who suggested that solution to another problem:
https://spitfireaudio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001749886-Missing-Samples-or-Patches-in-Phobos
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Thank you thank you thank you! This worked for me!!! Was about to dump the whole thing, but you allowed me to give it a second chance.
Doesn't work after many redownloads
Thank you so much. That worked.
Have done all steps above several times and it's not fixed yet, what can I do?
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