The v27.11.2020 release was designed for the transition period between older and newer architectures:
The "Complete" bundle typically encompasses the vast majority of Waves' professional tools. Major highlights in this version include: Key Plugins CLA-2A, CLA-76, SSL G-Master Buss Compressor, API 2500 EQ SSL E-Channel, Renaissance EQ, PuigTec EQs, H-EQ Reverb/Delay Waves 12 Complete v27.11.2020
Supported 10.13.6 (High Sierra) through 11.0.1 (Big Sur). Note that this version was released just as Apple Silicon (M1) was launching, so native support was still in its early stages. Windows: Fully compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit). The v27
This guide explores the specifics of the release, a significant update in the Waves audio plugin ecosystem that introduced Resizable GUIs and improved integration for modern DAWs. 1. Overview of Waves V12 Windows: Fully compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit)
This was the "headliner" feature. Users could finally resize plugin windows from 75% to 200% of their original size. This addressed a long-standing complaint regarding plugins looking tiny on 4K or Retina displays.
The specific update from November 27, 2020, included several stability fixes and functionality enhancements: