Unfortunately, Xpand!2 version 18.3 doesn’t install the Presets (whereas Xpand!2 version 18.1 does), but while 18.1 remains unavailable in Avid Download Center, there’s still a workaround:
First install Plugin Boutique’s Xpand!2 version 2.2.7.21000 from:
https://help.pluginboutique.com/hc/e.../6232248078612
It’s VST/AU only – doesn’t include AAX – choose “Run as administrator”
Uncheck “Install Factory Content (choose location)” – just install the VST
Cut the Folder called “Presets” from:
C:\Program Files (x86)\AIR Music Technology\Xpand!2\Presets
Paste the Folder called “Presets” on your Desktop
Uninstall Xpand!2 version 2.2.7.21000 in Windows “Programs and Features”
Install Xpand!2 version 18.3
Double-click on the Xpand!2 Plug-In in:
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins
Double-click on the Contents Folder – create a 3rd Folder within the Contents Folder and call it:
Factory Presets
Rename the “Presets” Folder on your Desktop – call it:
Xpand!2
Copy this Xpand!2 Folder and place it in the
Factory Presets Folder within the Plug-in
Cut the Xpand!2 Folder on your Desktop and paste it here:
C:\Users\Username\Documents\Pro Tools\Plug-In Settings