RC-20 Retro Color Download — Trial and Install Guide

Andrei Lupei · June 18, 2026 · 7 min read

XLN Audio RC-20 Retro Color has a 10-day fully functional trial. Here is the complete download and installation walkthrough.

Download via XLN Audio Online Installer

1. Download the XLN Audio Online Installer (free) from PluginGrab or XLN Audio's site
2. Create a free XLN Audio account if you don't have one
3. Log in to the Online Installer
4. Find RC-20 Retro Color and click "Try"
5. The plugin downloads and installs to your VST3/AU folder
6. 10-day trial activates immediately

System requirements

Windows 10 64-bit or macOS 10.14+. VST2, VST3, AU, AAX. Approximately 200 MB disk space. CPU impact is low — RC-20 runs on 20+ simultaneous instances without issue.

Plugin folder location

• Windows: C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\ (VST3), C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST2\ (VST2)
• macOS: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/ and /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/ (AU)

After install: first steps

Open your DAW, run a plugin scan, and load RC-20 Retro Color on any audio track. Start with the factory presets browser (top-left dropdown). Select "Vinyl Master" for a classic lo-fi character, "Tape Warmth" for subtle analog warmth, or "Radio Transmission" for an extreme telephone effect.

After the 10-day trial

RC-20 deactivates at $99. XLN Audio runs regular sales where RC-20 drops to $49-59. If you're evaluating near a sale period, the 10-day trial timing matters. The full purchase unlocks permanent access with all future updates.