How to Completely Uninstall Saffire MixControl from Your Mac

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Uninstalling software from your Mac can sometimes be a complex process, especially when dealing with audio interface drivers like Saffire MixControl. Follow this comprehensive guide to ensure that all components of Saffire MixControl are removed from your system.

Step-by-Step Uninstallation Guide

Remove the Saffire MixControl Application

• Open the Applications folder.
• Locate Saffire MixControl.app.
• Drag it to the Trash.

Delete System Extensions

• Open the System folder in Library.
• Navigate to Extensions.
• Locate and delete Saffire.kext if it is present.

Delete Library Extensions

• Open the Library folder.
• Navigate to Extensions.
• Find and delete Saffire.kext.

Remove Startup Items

• In the Library folder, open Startup Items.
• Delete any folder related to Saffire.

Delete Application Support Files

• In the Library folder, open Application Support.
• Remove any Saffire related folder.

Remove MIDI Drivers

• Navigate to Library > Audio > MIDI Drivers.
• Delete SaffireMIDIDriver.plugin.

Remove Installation Receipts

• Open Finder and go to the Go menu at the top of the screen.
• Select Go to Folder.
• Type /var/db/receipts and press Enter.
• Delete the following files:
• com.focusrite.SaffireInstall.pkg.bom
• com.focusrite.SaffireInstall.pkg.plist
• tc.tctechnologies.pkg.Saffire.audio_driver.bom
• tc.tctechnologies.pkg.Saffire.audio_driver.plist
• tc.tctechnologies.pkg.Saffire.midi_driver.bom
• tc.tctechnologies.pkg.Saffire.midi_driver.plist

Additional Tips

• Ensure you have administrative privileges before deleting these files.
• Always empty the Trash after deleting files to free up space on your Mac.
• Restart your Mac after completing the uninstallation process to ensure all changes take effect.
• Having connectivity issues? Read my complete guide on how to fix Saffire Pro 40 connectivity issues.

By following these steps, you can ensure that Saffire MixControl and all its related components are completely removed from your Mac, preventing any potential conflicts with other audio software or drivers you may install in the future.