Software for drum tracks

The audio samples were meticulously recorded at Castle row studios in studio A. Of course you can always import and use your own samples. In version 2 the grid layout has been redesigned to allow for different time signatures even within the same pattern. DrumThrash has a wide division range allowing you to create practically any type of time signature or rhythm. The grid has also been updated to give a more accurate visual representation.

Below is a video of single pattern programmed using multiple time signatures. Set velocity ranges and let the software will automatically pick a random velocity for each new hit.

This will give you a good start at adding some variation to your tracks. Change the velocity level for individual instruments or any hit. Other advanced options include applying velocity changes to hits that fall on or off certain divisions, setting velocities relative to other hits, and velocity randomization.

Change the space with adjustable panning that can be applied to any instrument or hit. Make beats sound less like a machine. You can humanize instruments, sections or entire patterns. For tips on making realistic sounding drum tracks see How to quantize and humanize drums in DrumThrash. The sample blender tool was added to help shape the sound of your snare drum. It works by layering multiple samples, allowing you to create a much fuller sounding snare.

Here is a example of the Sample blender in action that demonstrates what a difference it can make. A new option has been added that allows you to divide the grid into tuplets. For a brief explanation of a tuplet see the Creating tuplets section from the guide.

Add effects to your tracks. DrumThrash supports VST plugins up to the 2. Know how your drums are going to sit in the final mix. Monitor your tracks with a real-time VU meter that displays accurate playback levels. Automatic instrument choking. Use the automatic choke to close instruments. You can easily assign a hi-hat pedal to automatically close off an open hi-hat. The newest drum software of the bunch, Superior Drummer 3 is without a doubt the king.

The amount of thought and care that went into every section is pretty incredible, and upon launching the program for the first time I felt like a kid in a candy store. There are tons of different presets for each kit and 35 mixer effects EQ, delay, reverb, filters, dynamics, distortion, modulation. Have a beat idea in your head that you want to find quickly? Just tap out the groove on the drumset in the window and Superior Drummer is smart enough to give you grooves that match and order them by how closely they resemble your beat.

All I had to do was select Roland from the list and it worked perfectly - even the hi-hat which other programs seem to have trouble with initially. If you are at all interested in programming virtual drums or expanding the options of your electronic drum set at home, you absolutely should not miss this one. Coming in at my 2nd place choice is Addictive Drums 2 - if you are playing live on an electronic drum set. There are still tons of options with mics, tone shaping, and effects to keep you busy.

I really enjoy the funk and jazz kits as they add quite a unique sound compared to the default library. Jam along with ChordPulse backing tracks with this free player. Several sample tracks are included with the software for instant jam Devil-groove box is loaded with quality sounds and drum patterns to make your practice sessions less mundane A random-access memory device It generates patterns up to 4 measures CheckBeat is a virtual drum machine designed for quickly creating simple beats.

It can Programming a beat is as simple Drum Pads is a virtual drum kit for Windows that lets you play drum sounds using your mouse or touch screen.

It has 12 playable drum pads and different high-quality drum samples. Rhythm Rascal 3. Dtab 1. A73 Piano Station 1. ChordPulse 2. ChordPulse Lite 2. LilyPond 2. Giada 0.