Vst Plugin Waveshell1-vst3 14.0-x64 -vst3- -

This denotes the plugin format version. VST3 is the modern standard developed by Steinberg. Compared to the older VST2 format:

Crucial note: The keyword shows -vst3- twice (once in the middle, once at the end). This is likely a typographical repetition in the indexed file name. Usually, the standard name is Waveshell1-vst3.vst3 or WavesLib_14.0_x64.vst3. Vst Plugin Waveshell1-vst3 14.0-x64 -vst3-

The file is digitally signed by Waves Audio Ltd.. Users should verify the signature via Properties → Digital Signatures to avoid malware masquerading as WaveShell. Genuine SHA-256 hash (varies by build but typically):
3A1B7C8D9E0F1A2B3C4D5E6F7A8B9C0D1E2F3A4B This denotes the plugin format version

Symptoms: You open a session from 2021, and every Waves plugin is greyed out or says "Inactive." Crucial note: The keyword shows -vst3- twice (once

Solution: You likely installed Version 14.0, but the old project used Version 10.0.

Let’s break down exactly what this specific string of text means.