{"title":"Drum Samples","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"drumtrax-samples","title":"DRUMTRAX FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrunchy \u0026amp; Funky 8bit 80s Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in 1984, the Drumtraks was a drum machine that featured 8 bit PCM samples driven through an analog 24 dB lowpass filter (also found in the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dx-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDX\u003c\/a\u003e). Its sounds were quite punchy and reminiscent of an LM-1 and DX, but dirtier and a bit muffled (but in a cool way). Like other machines of its time, the sounds are instantly recognizable, and used by many -  Prince, the Human League, acid house pioneers Phuture, a plethora of mid 80s boogie, and more recently - Chromeo, Simian Mobile Disco, and hundreds of bedroom producers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs people have been hipped to these sounds, the Drumtrak's price has skyrocketed in the past 5 years - but for good reason - it's basically a cheap and dirty LM \/  DX!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/drumtrax.jpg?14240309229722904691\" alt=\"80s-drum-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\nOur basic philosophy creating this library was to take each drum sound individually and asses what it needed and didn’t need (some sounds definitely required processing, while others none at all). The drums were first recorded through a radial JDI direct box, fed into the mic preamp of an API 512C (a classic, awesome sounding mic preamp). Slight EQ curves were applied when necessary with an equally amazing sounding API 560 equalizer. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/10865082_1536642289953363_368516032_n.jpg?9972\" alt=\"API-drum-samples\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the sounds were then recorded onto fresh 1\/4\" tape on our Otari MTR-12 Mastering Reel to Reel. Many of the sounds were only slightly saturated, but for the snare, we heavily saturated the tape so it sat better with the other drums. This allowed us to create a loud, smashing snare without the use of compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kick was fattened up a bit through our Neve Tape Emulator (this thing offers an amazing low end boost and saturation that is quite nice). This allowed us to achieve some of the Neve sound while still using a punchy and fast API preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/sfm-tape.jpg?7946336239250160952\" alt=\"80s-drum-samples\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nOnce the tape samples were tracked, we chopped them up and bounced the results, with 0 plugins as usual. We also captured the sounds completely clean, straight through the API 512 into our Apogee Rosetta. \u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/172887845%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-nRcgz\u0026amp;color=ff675b\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e384 24bit WAV Drumtrax Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnprocessed and tape processed versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinn-esc bass drum, snare, tambourine, cowbell, claps, toms, HHs and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 tunings of every hit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(3) pre-made 16x Hit Kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes 1 master drum rack with all samples, with hardware pitch macro \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason include: 22 individual hit instruments, 1 Kits instrument  containing 3 16 hit pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, FL Studio \u0026amp; Battery include: 3 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 3 pre-made kits on 1 MPC Program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 MB Unzipped Per Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"two\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#two\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGear Used\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sub-menu\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 512 C Preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 560 EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadial JDI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRupert Neve Tape Emulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtari MTR-12 Reel to Reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApogee Rosetta 800 Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42733419014,"sku":"","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Drumtrax_small_0760db67-d5e8-44b3-b69b-a14a1a401d8a.jpg?v=1416413428"},{"product_id":"tr-808-samples","title":"808 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Iconic Drum Machine Sampled Through an API Console\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 808 is easily the most recognized drum machine in history. It's responsible for the birth of countless genres - hip hop, electro, techno, house, trap - the list goes on. And even though it was developed in early 1980, it is still among the best sounding drum machines of all time - with its classic and pure analog sound. Decades later it can still be heard everywhere - in fact, it's hard to escape the 808.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808_19_Horizontal_02.jpg?205\" alt=\"tr-808-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound of the 808 is Alive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've used many 808s over the years and it's true that each has its own sound. This is due not only to its 100% analog nature, but because of the internal parameters that, with even the slightest tweak, can completely alter the sound. The toms can sound like a 606 if the noise parameters are messed with, and the bass drum can range from a low G (if you're lucky) to an A#.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe Re-Built the Library From Scratch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, 3 different 808s have been sampled to create the 808 From Mars, but our most recent unit is far and away the best sounding yet, and for this reason (and the fact we have better gear and more experience than ever) we've decided to completely re-sample it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, we multi-sampled our 808 cleanly through our API console, and also dirtied it up with a slew of hardware saturators, EQs, filters and compressors (no plugin processing whatsoever). We re-pitched the Bass Drum through old skool samplers like the SP 1200 and MPC60, to get massive, tuned kick drums: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/490127646%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-PjT8U\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's New:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe TR-808 itself. We now have the best sounding TR-808 we've ever heard - it was serviced by an original engineer who worked for the company in the 80s. It's a very clean sounding 808, tuned to perfection, and features a Bass Drum with an amazing \u003cem\u003e4 second decay\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur studio. We now have an API console (thanks to your support!), with the cleanest possible balanced power (with hum eliminators), an Otari MTR-12 mastering reel to reel, Apogee Symphony MK2, and a big collection of hardware saturators, compressors, filters, and EQs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe now have more experience, better ears and feedback from you. Because of the sheer amount of hours (literally tens of thousands) since creating the original 808 From Mars, our small team is more experienced than ever before. This not only means better samples, but better organization, file-naming, and generally a collection of samples that works for a larger audience. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/a2274f51-0a96-4f32-a4e2-05a4752098ef_9c6773df-47ad-4e59-94be-972ac3b25702.jpeg?12280053015293031583\" alt=\"tr-808-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 808 recording session was a complicated, month-long affair filled with love (and some frustration). But if you break it all down, we basically focused on two different processes - clean samples and dirty samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Clean. \u003c\/strong\u003eRecorded through the API 1608 with minimal gain and no processing. Includes both digital and tape versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Color.\u003c\/strong\u003e Various types of processing including EQ, Saturation, Compression, Gating, and more. Groups of samples with multiple levels of saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the processing, we overdrove the 1608 console, and used dynamics like the API 2500, Distressor, SPL transient designer, and SSL. We used overdrive mostly in parallel, to color the sustain and bring the RMS up - and these consisted of an Overstayer Saturator, a Moog filter and Reddi. For EQ, we turned to the Thermionic Swift Tube EQ, API 550B and 560 EQs. And for samplers, we stuck to the classics - SP1200 and MPC60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808-processing.jpg?2378261793897630159\" alt=\"tr-808-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe Multi-Sampled Everything\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accents on the 808 hugely affect the drum sound, but most sample packs neglect this. The accent can add a transient spike, slight pitch modulation, or opening of the filter (depending on the voice). For the bass drum, using the accent actually means a less bass-heavy sound. The accented toms become punchier and less tonal, and the rim completely changes timbre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also multi-sampled every drum voice that had synthesis parameters (bass drum, snare, cymbal, etc) - capturing different decay times, snappy and tone amounts, for both accented and un-accented. The end result gives you full control over the drum sounds - just like the real thing: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/490066386\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a detailed rundown of what types of multi-sampling is included in the 808 From Mars, see this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?17226629440910843673\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808 From Mars - Guide\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorting the Samples and Formatting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce all of the recordings were finalized, we spent a week exploring and jamming with all of the sounds, carefully building 16x hit kits of drums that play well together. The kits range from clean to saturated, to completely distorted, and are the perfect way to get going quickly if you're overwhelmed by massive sample counts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we formatted everything for as many samplers as we could manage. The Ableton rack is quite special, in that there are macros to adjust the actual 808 parameters (snappy, tone, decay). And, you can select different levels of hardware saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-building this library was a huge endeavor, but it was well worth it. As our sampling techniques grow, we continue to update our old products, so that they too become better. That said, the original 808 From Mars has a lot of charm that we didn't want to replicate or replace, so we're including that as well, as a separate download.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"345\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/11717784\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat You Get\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?17226629440910843673\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808 From Mars - Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for extensive details on what is included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1500 24bit WAV 808 Samples organized into folders for easy navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean (digital and tape) and color versions for all hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensively Multi-sampled for every voice (tone, snappy, decay); includes Accent \u0026amp; No Accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuned Toms \u0026amp;amp; Congas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(12) 16x hit Kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through an API 1608 console, mastering reel to reel, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% hardware processing - no plugin processing whatsoever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC60 \u0026amp; SP1200 Tuned Kicks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes the old 808 From Mars (Legacy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbleton Rack: \u003c\/strong\u003eMacros for all multi-samples give you knobs just like on the 808 itself (tone, snappy, decay, etc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason \u0026amp; SFZ:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 Individual Hits instruments + 12 Kit Instruments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaschine, Battery, FL Studio, MPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500: \u003c\/strong\u003e(12) 16x Hit Kits mapped for instant use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e301.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny DAW or Sampler Compatible with 24bit WAV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26304765382,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/808.jpg?v=1542983208"},{"product_id":"tr-909-samples","title":"909 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Drum Machine That Changed Electronic Music Forever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe introduction of the TR-909 in 1984 transformed the landscape of electronic dance music permanently. If the 808 defined the sounds of the early 80s, the 909 was the next logical step in the evolution of technology shaping music and music shaping technology back. Like the 808, every voice on this drum machine is a classic - instantly recognizable (for better or worse), and deeply nostalgic yet increasingly relevant in today's music. And despite what anybody says we \u003cem\u003estill\u003c\/em\u003e have yet to see an emulation nail this sound perfectly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"tr-909-samples\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/909-Loops-2-fina.jpg?2841868605081384702\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the 808, the 909 is analog, but with one major difference: it uses crunchy 6 bit samples for the cymbal and hi hat. These can punch through a mix in a totally different (crunchier?) way than the previously analog hats because they're sample-based, providing an amazing contrast to the 909's analog voices. In fact, so much of the movement from disco to house and techno can be boiled down, at least partially, to this shift in hi hats. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bass Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso like the 808, the analog bass drum is famously huge and warm. Both are capable of deep sub kicks around which you can base entire albums of music. But while the 808 bass drum is incredible, it can be hard to fit with a big bassline. The sustain is huge and you also just don't really have a punchy envelope to play with. On the 909, though, the introduction of pitch modulation means you can get a super punchy kick because you're effectively raising the pitch of that attack envelope, and the difference (the decay) between that initial attack and the lower, fundamental sustain is where the punch lies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Snare Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe snares are wide ranging. On the lower end of the \"tone\" control, they're thicker than the 808's (moving closer to the 90s) and on the other side of that \"tone\" knob things can get quite trashy quickly depending on your unit. If you sweep this knob, along with the pitch envelope, you can get those crazy, energetic 909 rave snare rolls that people lost their shit to in the 90s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"tr-909-samples\" src=\"https:\/\/d3k81ch9hvuctc.cloudfront.net\/company\/cVJFn5\/images\/6be457ca-ffde-47f8-bc92-484853be1e6d.jpeg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the 909 is quite a departure from the 808, but none of this is to say it is better than the 808, but rather that these differences are what make them the perfect companions. Which is better depends on whom you ask, and mostly its due to taste and musical inspirations \/ aspirations. So, the 909 is either the best or second-best drum machine ever made. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the 909 From Mars, we recorded \u003cstrong\u003etwo different TR-909s\u003c\/strong\u003e (every unit sounds different!). First, we captured \u003cstrong\u003eclean versions\u003c\/strong\u003e of every drum hit, straight through an API preamp into Apogee Symphony conversion. When neccesary, each drum voice was captured in \u003cstrong\u003eextremely detailed and methodical groups\u003c\/strong\u003e - the Bass drum with varying decay, tune, and attack - the snare, with varying tune, tone and snappy amounts, the Toms \u0026amp; Cymbals at every tuning available, and finally the hi hats at different decays. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we recorded processed variations of these same drum groups, coloring everything through hardware saturators, tube EQs, tube DIs, transient designing, MPC, SP1200, and a mastering reel to reel 1\/4\" tape machine. The Bass Drum, for instance, contains Clean, Tube, Tape, and Colored versions of the same exact groups. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we took our second 909 and ran it through an SSL 4000, going crazy with EQ, filtering, compression and gating, recording the results to tape. Once on tape, we played back the tape at different speeds to achieve new analog tunings of the 909 previously never heard. The idea of this second batch of samples is to provide a really diverse, somewhat random \"Various\" folder for every drum voice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"tr-909-samples\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/tape.jpg?14808320306747493993\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end result is a 909 Sample Library and 909 Instrument that should satisfy purists looking for extensive clean 909 hits, and more experimental types in search of modern coloring, dirt, grit, and interesting 909 tunings and modulations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WAV contains extensive individual hits folders but also pre-built 16x Hit kits for instant jamming. The Ableton Drum Rack contains Macros that change the actual hardware decay, tuning and parameters of the 909, and the Kontakt, Logic, Battery, Maschine and Reason are also ready for instant jamming and deeper, single hit diving. Long live the 909! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right;\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/arrows_set11-300x193_compact.png?9281\" alt=\"arrows\"\u003eFeaturing:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% hardware processing - no plugins whatsoever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded to reel tape (no emulation here)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and colored versions of all drum hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-pitched on tape for more analog tunings than the original machine offered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell organized folders of 16 hit assorted kits and individual hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/128324426\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1300+ 24bit 909 WAV Files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(6) 16x hit kits for instant use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh organized individual hit folders for deeper digging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean versions of all drum voices, extensively multi-sampled \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuge selection of processed, colored and re-pitched samples for all drum voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% hardware processing - no plugins here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded to tape, through MPC60, SP1200, analog saturators, tubes and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mapped Ableton Drum Rack with Macros that control actual 909 decay, tuning and other parameters (via sample selection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 Kontakt, Logic, \u0026amp; Reason instruments containing individual hits \u0026amp; pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, FL Studio \u0026amp; MPC: 6 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e105.3 MB unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny DAW \/ Sampler Compatible with 24bit WAV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"two\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#two\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGear Used\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"display: none;\" class=\"sub-menu\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTR 909\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSSL 4000 G+ Console\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmu SP-1200 Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtari MTR-12 Reel to Reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 512C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReddi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMA-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermionic Swift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverstayer Saturator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverstayer MAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 550B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 560\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApogee Rosetta 800 Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApogee Symphony MKII Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMutronics Mutator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal Audio LA-610\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrei 1176\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha CS-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e...And More\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"three\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#three\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMoney Back Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"display: none;\" class=\"sub-menu\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you're unsatisfied with this product for any reason, contact us within 7 days of your purchase and we will issue you a full refund within 24 hrs. Just tell us why you were disappointed - this helps us create even better products!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28882029446,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/909_small_f21eaa7f-6cab-493f-a183-a5a924fc5320.jpg?v=1542983209"},{"product_id":"cr-78-samples","title":"CR-78 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Classic Analog Rhythm Machine\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CR-78 is our favorite rhythm box, and has been used by everyone from Phil Collins to Blondie, Jimmy Edgar to Todd Terje, (and too many 90s Techno tracks to count). Metallic percussion, warm analog kicks, crisp 808-ish snares, and some of the smoothest hi hats of all time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the sounds, the grooves in this machine are unparalleled. Combined with the right amount of accent they have a human like feel - as if a miniature drummer is playing groovy backbeats on a 70s analog drum kit. Especially when you start combining shuffled and triplet rhythms with straighter grooves, things get jazzy quick! These patterns lend themselves perfectly to layering with heavier beats, but they're also great on their own. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/CR-78---crop--web.jpg?449\" alt=\"cr-78-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've captured both the one hits and the patterns, sampling two different CR78s for added variety. The first CR78 was extremely clean sounding, almost as if it had never been used. We began by opening it up and dropped the tuning of the bass drum, extending the decay, to get a really subby CR78 kick like we've never heard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we plugged the 78 into the amazing Reddi (Tube DI), and multed the signal, recording one hits and rhythms to tape - both unprocessed and completely distorted to hell with a vintage 60s Ace Tone Mixer. Check out the distorted grooves:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/309179829\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second CR78's sounds were a bit lower in tuning - and for this guy, we tracked through an SSL console, with EQ, compression and gating, straight to tape. Once on tape, we re-pitched all of the hits, giving you deeper kicks, trashier snares, and more percussion than the original machine offered. As a result, the sound is quite unique:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/108086901\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're looking for the classic CR78 sounds, unprocessed one hits and patterns, you'll find them here. But you'll also find a really unique 78 - re-pitched hits on tape and weird rhythms distorted and club ready. Either way, enjoy this excellent sounding rhythm box!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e165 CR78 One Hits - clean and processed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e51 Clean Patterns \u0026amp; 51 Distorted Patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 Ableton \u0026amp; Midi Groove files from preset patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Hits include original sounds and sounds re-pitched on tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoops include all preset patterns and combo \/ custom patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton, Kontakt \u0026amp; Logic One Hit Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREX2, Apple Loops \u0026amp; WAV Loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e244 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36401821254,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/CR78-samples.jpg?v=1542983217"},{"product_id":"simmons-drum-samples","title":"SDS800 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Simmons Analog Toms, White Noise \u0026amp; Tuned Kicks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Simmons SDS-800 is an analog 80s drum synth, responsible for the cosmic syn-tom ('beeww beeww') sounds used on countless disco, boogie \u0026amp; reggae recordings. In the 90s, it became re-popularized in the techno world, with the raw, resonant white noise oscillator being used for jarring hi hat and snare programming. And most recently, the Simmons drum sounds have become a signature for punk funk groups like LCD Soundsystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the different Simmons brains vary in sound, and the SDS800 is no exception, easily holding its own against the bigger (and much more expensive) \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sdsv-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDSV\u003c\/a\u003e. The voices are a bit tighter and faster, the resonance on the snare is capable of a wider range of sounds, and the 2nd skin Toms are 2nd to none.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/sds800.jpg?912556979578481514\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tracked the 800 mostly raw, to allow for maximum subtractive sculpting in your sampler or DAW of choice, only occasionally applying compression with an 1776 to some bass drums. Recording the majority of hits to tape, we twisted the (many) knobs in all types of combos for the snare, getting many variations of resonance, envelope and filter settings. To create \"hi hats\", we incorporated an additional (Moog) high pass filter.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the bass drum and toms we took a more calculated approach - tuning groups of bass drums (including digital, unprocessed) with a guitar tuner. Every filename is labeled with its corresponding note number and you can create some amazing basslines and analog melodies, like this: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/153280118\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe toms were recorded in groups, which makes them perfect to work with as traditional tom sounds. Various combinations include: noise, no noise, long decay, short decay, and 2nd skin - which sounds like a sort of ring modulation or frequency modulation, and is very cool. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe results: 480 classic Simmons drum hits - bass drum, snare, toms, and (our own) hi hat. Access the extensive organized individual hits or get jamming immediately with eight pre-made 16 hit kits - assorted kits with those classic toms, white noise kits, wonky FX kits, and chromatic bass kits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SDS800 From Mars, and Simmons in general, can do that classic syn-tom, but they are capable of SO much more. The hits sound excellent on their own, but when you begin layering the samples with other (eprom or sample based) drum hits, they really start to shine. If you ever have a weak sample that you like the character of, try using these analog hits to fatten and focus it. Layer the white noise to add depth, energy and punch to an existing snare, use an analog sub under an existing bass drum. Or, just program \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6xG4oFny2Pk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLosing My Edge\u003c\/a\u003e and see the checks come raining in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e480 24bit WAV SDS800 Simmons Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(8) pre-made 16x Hit Kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Syn-Toms, White Noise Snares \u0026amp; Hats, Tuned Sub Bass \u0026amp; FX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariations of sounds include pitch bend, tune, resonance, decay length, noise amount \u0026amp; more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToms and Bass Drums recorded in groups for better playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromatic Bass Drums, labelled by note name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost drums recorded to tape and largely unprocessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton: includes 1 master drum rack with all samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason: include: 15 Individual Hit Instruments \u0026amp; 2 Kits instruments containg 8 pre-made 16x hit kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 8 pre-made 16x hit kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 8 pre-made 16x Hit kits on 2 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e107 MB Unzipped Per Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42748090694,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/SDS800.jpg?v=1466864412"},{"product_id":"707-from-mars","title":"707 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Jackin' Drum Machine - Modified \u0026amp; Sampled Through the SP-1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1985, the 707 was a digital drum machine resembling the 909, but was much more affordable. It featured a combination of Linndrum, LM1, and 909 style sounds, but sounded grittier and more compressed. Because of its character and price point, it's no wonder the 707 defined countless early Detroit Techno and Chicago House jams and is still widely used today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut the 707 was quite limited - with no control of tuning (or any parameters). Thankfully, our 707 features a very unique and crunchy sounding modification: a custom oscillator controls the sample rate for every voice,  providing all sorts of tuning options and aliased circuit bent madness: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/\/YhTILWPlyro\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapturing the Clean Sounds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 707's drums are inherently familiar: Linn-esc bassdrums, snares toms, and cowbells and tambourines, and 909 hi hats, claps, and cymbals. But, unlike its relatives, the 707 is punchier and tighter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, the drums naturally cut through a mix, with no EQ required. So when sampling, we opted for no additional EQ or compression - tracking the machine through our Reddi tube DI into an API 512C, to tape. We grabbed every hit cleanly (with no modification engaged), and some flams for good measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording the Modified Sounds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce we had the classic kit, we engaged the circuit bending \/ tuning knobs. Each knob controls the sample rate of an oscillator that has been built for every drum voice. This allows super crunchy and aliased pitching to the right, and extreme circuit bending to the left, turning this 707 into one of the more special drum machines I've ever used. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe captured a huge amount of these knob positions for every drum voice (sometimes up to 65 pitches!). Then, we jammed more spontaneously - twisting and turning knobs, sequencing multiple hits at once, capturing the results to tape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/210165280\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling Through the SP\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we plugged the 707 into our favorite sounding sampler: the SP1200. There is a reason we come back to the SP again and again: it just sounds punchier and stranger than anything else. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SP-707-HDR-final-2.jpg?6859713129435146054\" alt=\"707-sp1200-samples\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften we'll clip the converter on the SP, but for this batch of samples we opted to preserve the 707's punch, with no input clipping. Once the sounds were on the 1200, we engaged different (analog Curtis) filters at each output, and sampled every pitch for every drum voice, through our API 1608 console, to tape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, everything entered the computer (it has to at some point!). And once all of the hits were chopped (thanks Ben!), we made 10 16x kits comprised of the best sounding drums. This gives you the clean 707, the SP1200 kits, and the modified \/ circuit bent 707 kits . So - I think we should all be covered for 707 sounds for a while. At least until the next 7\/07 day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1462) 24bit WAV 707 Samples in total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, Circuit Bent and SP1200 707 Samples recorded to tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Bass Drums, Rims, Toms, Cowbell, Hi Hats, Tambourines, Cymbals, Snares and claps \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganized into 10 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton contains 1 master Drum Rack with \"hardware pitch\" macro for selecting 707 mod knob and SP1200 tuning; 10 Kit drum racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKontakt\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLogic, Reason \u0026amp; SFZ \u003c\/strong\u003efeature: 36 individual hit instruments and 10 16x hit kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKits mapped for \u003cstrong\u003eMaschine\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFL Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMPC1000\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003eMPC2500\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear Used: TR-707 (Modified), Sp1200, API 1608 Console, Apogee Symphony, Otari MTR 12 1\/4\" Tape Machine and Reddi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e203 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23891658374,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/707-From-Mars.jpg?v=1542983207"},{"product_id":"dx-from-mars","title":"DX FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Old Skool Classic Redefined\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX was a drum machine produced in 1983, which, along with its big brother, the DMX, was used on many hit records of that era (most notably New Order's \"Blue Monday\"). In addition to 80s pop, it was widely used on many house \/ new wave jams 80s Hip Hop, and even the early digital era of reggae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX delivers a huge, acoustic \/ electronic drum sound akin to the Linndrum, Drumtrax and 707 (but fuller sounding). Thick, punchy, and sits well in any mix. It's been multi-sampled to 1\/4\" tape through classic preamps, hardware saturation and Apogee conversion, and transformed into a feature rich Kontakt instrument, Ableton 9 drum rack, Maschine Kit and Logic EXS patches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DX-1-filt-2.jpg?13957246877006773631\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kontakt Instrument in Action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pdE1hgHJdIo\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/217191078\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.0+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24bit WAV compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e85 MB Free Space Per Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; 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Clean one shots, dirty lo-fi drum kits, and fully tweakable chromatic keyboard instruments for Ableton, Kontakt, Logic, WAV \u0026amp; more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1SbD3PM_Hx4?rel=0\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e800+ One Shot 24bit WAVs of drums, percussion \u0026amp; FX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat 909 style kicks, electro snares, modern claps, punchy snaps, cosmic toms, synth-hats and weirdo percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady for Ableton Push with fully mapped drum racks, lo-fi drum kits \u0026amp; keyboard instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 fully mapped instruments for Kontakt, Logic EXS \u0026amp; Reason NN-XT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 pre-made kits for Kontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NN-XT \u0026amp; FL Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll kicks and tonal percussion are tuned and labeled by note name where applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded to tape through a variety of analog hardware - API, SSL, Neve \u0026amp; More\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive bit crush, pitching, filtering, warping and processing gives you sounds the original machine wasn't capable of producing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e675 MB unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoney Back Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/231903474\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan ffffff=\"\"\u003eFormats:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24bit WAV (Compatible with All DAWs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Push \/ Live 9.7+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ \/ Logic EXS \/ Reason NN-XT \/ FL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MO-PO-Scooper-Angle-2.jpg?7531093688228951229\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10414665667,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/MO-Art.jpg?v=1446840970"},{"product_id":"606-from-mars","title":"606 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Classic 80s Analog Drum Machine - Modified \u0026amp; Re-Sampled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 606 is an analog drum machine from 1982, originally built to accompany the TB-303. The original drum machine's sound is similar to an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e, but perhaps a little more unique. The bass drum, snare and toms are classically analog and warm, and the hi hats and cymbals are unbelievably groovy and organic sounding. The 606  can be heard all over early Plastikman, Aphex, Autechre, Paranoid London and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC00902.jpg?17911334893390783930\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the unique aspects of the 606's sound is the internal, dynamic clipping that occurs on each drum voice when you start using the accents. The louder the accent, the more clipping that occurs. The resultant sound is a crunchier, more colored transient, which has a different affect on each drum voice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CcU6ZJKDS9E\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapturing the Original 606\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sampled the 606 cleanly (turning down the volume of each drum voice) and also with 7 different levels of clipping. The 606 was tracked through the punchy API 512 preamp, coupled with a Reddi (tube DI) for added warmth. This signal path went directly to our 1\/4\" Otari mastering reel to reel, and into an SSL gate *after the tape machine* to add slight analog VCA punch. Finally the results reached our computer via Apogee Symphony. No plugin processing whatsoever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRe-Sampling Through the MPC60 \u0026amp; SP1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile undoubtedly excellent, the 606 is limited - with no tuning for any of the drum voices. Not a problem! We ran it through our two favorite 12bit samplers of all time - the MPC60 and SP1200. By capturing the samplers' unique tunings (15 per voice) and clipping the inputs *just* the right amount, we ended up with a killer pack of re-sampled, dirty and characterful 606 drums. The noise and aliasing the samples give the sounds allow them to really punch through a mix - plus it's an interesting way to directly compare the sound of the MPC60 and SP1200 (in Ableton there is a macro you can use to switch between samplers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MP-606.jpg?7442128384156996062\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Modified 606\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we sampled a heavily modified 606 that has an entire second body of controls built onto this classic drum machine. There's now a MASSIVE bass boost to the original tom, transforming it into a monstrous, booming sub kick that sounds like a cross between an 808 and 909. There are multi-pitched snares, uniquely metallic hi hats and trashier cymbals, and an extensive collection of tuned toms - none of which you'll find in any other 606 samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Modded-606.jpg?10502273977107417170\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately we ended up recording 3 different 606s - the original, the modified, and a third, sampled through the MPC60 and SP1200. The result is a super extensive 606 sample pack featuring clean, unadulterated, classic 606 sounds, but also heavily modified and re-sampled 606 sounds. 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At 26.04 kHz sample rate (roughly half of a CD - if you remember those?), the \"vinyl like\" sound people describe is a combination of digital aliasing and distortion passed through a warm analog filter (The SSM2044 found in many synths, like the Polysix). The sequencer is as tight as it gets, and doubling the tempo and swinging 16th notes gives you an unbeatable 90s house and hip hop shuffle. 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The first thing we captured was the factory drums \"Standard Traps\" disk. Far from what you'd describe as a \"trap kit\" today, these drums are a pseudo-acoustic, Linn-esc 80s disco kit and they sound so fresh! We reached for an API preamp for its sharp and classic transient response, recording directly to tape (multi-sampling every hit with 16 SP tunings) and no additional processing was neccesary. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also spent weeks creating custom drum sounds - incorporating drum machines such as the 606, 707, 808, 909, DX, vinyl drums (sometimes pitching up the record to 45rpm and tuning it down in the SP), and more - multi-sampling all hits at different tunings. Leaving some things dry, and massively processing others with compressors, filters, synths, and saturators, we sampled different outputs of the machine. All recorded to tape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd finally, we sampled some synths to throw in as a bonus (Juno 60, Polysix, DX-100) because the SP creates gnarly overtones for bass and magical fairy dust on house chords. The DX and SP especially liked each other. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith only 10 seconds of overall sample time, and just 2.5 seconds maximum sample time per pad, we recorded different notes for each synth patch, tuned them every which way, ran it through our super warm Rupert-Neve designed ISA 430 Mk2, occasionally hitting tape, and into the computer, where we mapped, looped, and put finishing touches on the patches. This was a laborious (torturous?) process to say the least, but well worth it! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter sifting through SP synth patches and custom drums for weeks, we narrowed it down to an all-killer- no-filler set of instruments for Ableton, Logic \u0026amp; Kontakt, so that you can enjoy everything that is beautiful about this sampler while avoiding all the idiosyncrasies that make you want to gouge your eyes out! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/200550195\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFactory Drums:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400 Original SP-1200 \"Standard Traps\" Drums with 16 pitches of each drum hit recorded to tape. 24bit WAV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoogie \/ Linn \/ DX style pseudo-acoustic 80s drum kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mapped Ableton Live 9.7+ Drum Rack with 25 pads of drums, each containing 16 SP-1200 pitches per pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 fully mapped Kontakt 5.6.5+ (Does not work on Kontakt Player) and Logic Instruments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24bit WAV includes \"loud\" and \"quiet\" versions, individual hits, and 2 cherry-picked 16 sound kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCustom Drums:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1700 Custom Drums sampled from drum machines \/ vinyl \/ \"other\" drums and recorded to tape at 10 - 16 pitches each per drum hit. 24 bit WAV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluding sounds from: 606, 707, 808, 909, DX and more \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mapped Ableton Live 9.7 Drum Rack with 128 pads of drums, each containing 10-16 SP-1200 pitches per pad. 4 pre-made kits and 5 additional chromatic percussion instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23 fully mapped Kontakt 3.5+ (does not work on Kontakt Player) and Logic instruments - individual hits and 4 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24bit WAV includes \"loud\" and \"quiet\" samples, individual hits, and 4 cherry-picked 16 sound WAV kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCustom Synths:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 custom synth instruments built from sampling a Juno 60, Polysix and DX100 into the SP-1200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mapped for Ableton Live 9.7+, Kontakt 3.5+ (does not work on Kontakt Player) and Logic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24bit WAV labeled with note name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e293 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40770784886974,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/SP1200.jpg?v=1456598182"},{"product_id":"rhythm-from-mars","title":"RHYTHM FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rare Rhythm Box Sampled Through an SP-1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's big and from the 70s\" is the most information you can find about the Rhythm 700, also known as the TR 700. It's a rare, 3ft tall analog rhythm box that doubles quite nicely as a piece of vintage studio furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in 1972, (the same year the company was founded), the rhythm represents one of [TRADEMARK REMOVED]'s very first products. The company's founder, Ikutaro Kakehashi, had originally built rhythm boxes as organ accompaniments in the 1960s with his company Ace Electronic Industries, (Ace Tone). The sound was unbeatable - early 70s analog drums, with airy hi hats, a punchy snare and the snappy analog percussion you might find on an old Suicide or Brian Eno record. It's older and a bit grittier (there is some noise) than its late 70s siblings the CR-68 and CR-78. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Rhythm-Final.jpg?10308454588683263352\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording the Original Rhythm 700\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe played the patterns, turning up and down faders and recording all of the isolated hits cleanly through an API preamp and SSL gate to tape. The original kickdrum is punchy, but very high pitched, so in addition to recording it naturally, we applied further processing. By recording it to tape and playing it back at extremely slow speeds, we achieved much deeper bass drums. By inserting a Moog lowpass filter after the tape machine we captured all of the attack frequencies, while filtering the sustain, achieving a darker, more 808ish result. Then, we inserted a valley people dyna-mite gate, adding a punchy, analog click to each kick. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne the hits were recorded, we also grabbed full audio loops of each of the original patterns of the machine, with and without the kick drum. These patterns are great for adding momentum to tracks, especially in combination with the single hits. The Rex2 files are ready to be dragged into most DAWs, fully tempo synced. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransforming the Sound Through the SP-1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original sounds are excellent but we wanted more, so we recorded every hit into our beloved Emu SP-1200. Multi-sampling each hit at 8-16 different pitches on the SP, we recorded the results to tape, and played back the tape at half speed, normal, and double speed to achieve even more hardware pitching. Ultimately this gave us up to 48 different pitches for each drum hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd since many of these sounds are tonal, the re-pitching allowed us to build keyboards perfect for basslines, chords and unique percussion melodies. If you've ever used percussion in this way you know how cool it sounds (check the demo). We continued to use the Dyna-mite for punch, and ran sounds through our Re-201 Space Echo for some vintage saturation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end result is a huge collection of crunchy and gritty analog-turned-digital drum hits, with that unique pitch aliasing the SP is so famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/263969126\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bed704Fu-X8?rel=0\" height=\"315\" width=\"100%\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; 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The oscillators sound ridiculously big, with almost an overload of bass and the same Curtis filters used on the SP-1200 and Voyetra enclose the entire sound in vintage warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe First of its Kind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile other drum synths existed before it (Synare, Pearl Syncussion, etc), no units had allowed for extensive editing of the individual components that make up a drum sound. At the heart of any acoustic drum sound two primary elements come into play - pitched tone and un-pitched noise, and the SDSV was the first analog drum unit to give users access to these parameters that we now use and take for granted every day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SDSV can be filled with 8 different drum modules and shipped with Kick, Snare and Toms (the same modules in the unit we sampled, which was in beautiful condition and owned by a former Simmons engineer). Each module uses fully discrete analog circuits and contains a variable triangle wave oscillator (with controls for pitch, pitch bend, and more) a super powerful noise generator and the famous SSM2044 4 pole VCF filter (Voyetra, SP1200) which can be used to warm up and tame the white noise signal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SDSV-crop-wide--web.jpg?454\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raw oscillators sound absolutely enormous, with an unwieldy amount of low end (we recommend slight high pass filtering on these samples since we couldn't bring ourselves to cut any frequency content from the sounds). In fact, for 90% of the sounds, we applied no processing whatsoever, just API or Neve preamp to tape, through Apogee conversion. This allowed us to preserve the natural color and musical saturation of the unit (leaving the subtractive part to you). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recorded many variations of each drum voice, adjusting the tone, noise amount, filter, decay, and pitch bend. We then re-played the tape back at half and double speed, capturing even more tuning variations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMassive Toms and Kicks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kick and Toms can be used as huge analog kickdrums, ranging from short and punchy disco kicks to 808 style (no pitch bend) and 909s. And if you're after that classic power rock \/ disco \/ reggae \/ syn tom, we captured many variations of that as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flat (no pitch bend) Toms and kicks were tuned with a guitar tuner, and we captured every note possible so you can play very cool basslines, melodic kickdrums and soft triangle wave melodies (check the demo, which uses only SDSV samples). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SDSV-crop-tight--web.jpg?454\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Snares, Hi Hats \u0026amp; Cymbals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe noise oscillator is very powerful and cuts through a mix no matter how you use it - as a techno hi hat, analog snare, white noise cymbal, or FX. The snare is also capable of 808 \/ 909 vibe depending on the shaping used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, by playing back the snare and white noise at half speed on our tape machine, we achieved some really tough sounding DX style claps, various percussion sounds and FX that the original unit was not capable of on its own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpand Your Collection of Analog Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great library of samples if you're looking to expand your analog drum game into more unique territory than the standard 808 \/ 909. Although the SDSV is perhaps most popular for its role in 80s rock, it is equally at home in the modern electronic producer's studio as a secret weapon for deep analog groove. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/236081864%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-Cq0tO\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"375\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWAV Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1050 24bit Royalty Free WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell organized into subfolders for easy individual hit navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKits folders give you (4) instantly useable 16 hit drumkits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSounds include: Kicks, Toms, Snares, Hi Hats, Percussion and Noise samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariations of pitch, pitch bend, decay, filter and saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-pitched on tape for even more sounds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuned Kicks \u0026amp; Toms labeled by root name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbleton Live Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Fully mapped drum rack containing all drum hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive FX routings including filters, delays, reverb and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelector knob per drum pad makes selecting samples easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 multi-sampled chromatic Tom \u0026amp; Kick instruments so you can play the Simmons as a multi-sampled synth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimpler and Sampler options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKontakt \u0026amp; Logic Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 fully mapped .NKI \u0026amp; .EXS Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted Kits instrument contains 3 pre-mapped 16 hit kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual drums instruments have all drum hits laid out chromatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay the Simmons as a multi-sampled bass or lead synth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFL Studio Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3x 16 hit FPC drum kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e160 MB Free Space per format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21507223622,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/SDSV-Art.jpg?v=1466435069"},{"product_id":"lindrum-from-mars","title":"LINDRUM FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Most Comprehensive Lindrum Collection in Existence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lindrum is a classic, 80s drum machine known for its unique crunch, saturated acoustic drum hits, warm filters, and unbeatable groove. Also known as the LM2, this drum machine has made its way through countless 80s hits. And almost 40 years later, the Lindrum remains just as relevant and sought after as ever before.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lindrum-Web-Main-big.jpg?189\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Product That Started Samples From Mars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of the Lindrum From Mars is the story of Samples From Mars. 6 years ago, this company began simply as a response to one question: \"why aren't there any great quality Lindrum samples around?\". I wondered why so many sample packs were based on trendy genres and made from software when these hardware machines themselves were so inspiring and had such a rich history. So I figured - if even a couple people buy the Lindrum samples, that'll be reason enough for me to start a company that can hopefully support my crazy drum machine addiction someday. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, with almost no equipment to my name,  I hired a car, trekked it out to New Jersey, and rented an LM2. Then, I rented a studio with an SSL console (I'd been engineering at a pop studio where I'd learned that an SSL console was the secret weapon to drum machines). With only one studio day booked, I went about sampling this drum machine every which way, processing hits however I wanted, and re-pitching the results on a tape machine.  Here's my first (somewhat lacking) product photo of the LM2 I rented, propped on an IKEA kitchen table:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/ld-1.jpg?17122070559062637040\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough I had years of experience as a producer and engineer, sampling a drum machine was foreign to me. As a result, the original, \"legacy\" version of the Lindrum From Mars was not very faithful to the original machine. There were things I just didn't know yet - that the congas on this unit were actually LM1 congas. Or that I could move EPROMs around to tune them instead of using tape. Or that \u003cem\u003eit's important to have a less subtractive approach to sampling\u003c\/em\u003e, since the end user will be subtractive anyways (adding their own EQ, compression, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet as unfaithful as this sampling process was, it was full of character that's proven impossible to recreate - especially the re-pitched tape hits, and the SSL processing. In music I've learned to never try to re-track anything at a better studio - because that magic and emotion is impossible to replicate, and is more important than the actual quality. So, in that same regard, we're keeping this version forever, and including it as a separate download:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/304829695%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-3VdRd\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA More Faithful Re-Creation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast forward to 2019 - with over 10,000 hours of sampling experience later, and a Class A sampling studio built entirely from sales that began with the Lindrum samples, and we've (yes, I went from \"me\" to \"we\") decided we were finally ready to re-sample this beloved machine. Our goal: to create a more faithful and comprehensive Lindrum sample library. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, we recorded the LM2 100% cleanly, directly to the converter (finally!). Where tuning was available, we hand-pitched every feasible knob position, eventually narrowing these down to a more manageable number. (Roughly they are half steps but those knobs are hard to be precise with!). And for the congas (the real LM2 congas this time), \u003cem\u003ewe tuned them via CV\u003c\/em\u003e, so they are perfectly in key, labelled by note, and ready to play melodies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/613741410%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-tudMd\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhere tuning wasn't available (like the clap), we swapped EPROMs around. So, we'd pop the Clap in the Snare Drum slot, and tune it. We did this for every drum voice. While pitching on tape was cool the first time around, this style of tuning is 100% the sound of the Lindrum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best parts of the Lin is the Hi Hat decay - so we made sure to multi-sample this. And, by swapping EPROMs, we also grabbed multi-decayed Claps, Rim Shots and Snares. They are short and sweet! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting Gritty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce all of the samples were narrowed to the most manageable number and trimmed to perfection, we captured the color versions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2013, my approach to processing was to just do what sounded good - use as many types of gear as necessary, shorten things with gates, filter stuff, distort, compress, use different EQs. And while this is what makes the Legacy version so special, what I've come to realize over the years is - \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eif you can focus your processing on as few pieces of gear as possible, the samples will sound more cohesive, like a single instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith that in mind, we settled on the following: an API 1608 console channel saturation (the best saturation I have ever heard), API EQ, a CL1 diode compressor, SSL dynamics (a throwback to the Legacy version), and our beautiful, new MCI tape machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lindrum_From_Mars_0e68ce85-515d-4a79-b314-31c2916c6cfc.jpg?189\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile processing the Lin, we thought about each drum voice on its own - 1. how could the original hit be made better, and 2. how are people processing these sounds on our favorite records?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lindrum sounds themselves are actually very distorted. For something like the clap, where the sustain is really loud, we actually wanted to \"un-saturate\" it. So, we used our Diode compressor with a slow attack (adding punch) and a slow release (tightening the sustain, almost like a gate - which also adds punch). For most voices we opted for multiple color versions (in the Ableton rack you can use a knob to select the color), so for the clap we also opted for a super saturated version that's kind of the opposite of the first color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow our Processing Has Changed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years I've gone through a couple different phases regarding processing - first (with the legacy version) I was all about compression, and making things punchy. Sometimes at the expense of RMS \/ loudness. Then, a couple years later I got really into saturation and making things loud (sometimes at the expense of punch). Finally, I've learned that compression and saturation together can be used as somewhat opposite processes to balance each other out. Compression is great because it makes things super punchy - but, if you're just using compression on everything, your mix won't be loud enough, and will suffer in the mastering. So, you can use saturation before or after compression, to increase the sustain so that it matches the level of the attack (that you increased with compression). This topic deserves an entire article and is too deep in scope to detail here - but it's exactly what we did with the new Lindrum color hits, and they turned out fantastic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter our clean and color sessions we ended up with about 500 clean sounds (all with multi-pitches) and around 800 color samples. To make things easier, we also created (10) 16x Hit Kits of sounds that go well together - this is the easiest way to start using the samples, regardless of your DAW or sampler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of which, everything is mapped nicely in a bunch of different formats. The Ableton rack allows you to use knobs to select Lindrum pitching, decay, and different versions of the color samples. Check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lindrum_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?182\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e document for a detailed breakdown of everything. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say the Lindrum From Mars holds a special place in our hearts at Samples From Mars, because it tells the story of the beginning of this company. And re-sampling it has allowed me to reflect on how things have changed since then (for the better!). Six years ago I was broke and inspired and took a chance on an idea that might support my drum machine addiction for years to come. And after years of hard work, I've been able to slowly make that a reality (aka not rent stuff anymore!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/771561819\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"285\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1380 24bit WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(10) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean \u0026amp; Color versions of all samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Sidestick, Clap, Hi Hats, Toms, Congas, Tambourine, Cabasa, Cowbell, Ride and Crash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37 or more pitches for all drum voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44 Chromatically Tuned Conga samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Sampled Decay for Hi Hat, Snare, Clap and Sidestick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(14) Groove templates capture the Lindrum's signature quantize \u0026amp; shuffle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso includes Lindrum From Mars - Legacy (Older Version) as separate download\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e127.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lindrum_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?182\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLindrum - About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (2) master drum racks containing all samples, with Macros for selecting Lindrum pitch, and Lindrum Decay. (10) additional pre-made kits racks, and 14 groove clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ, FL Studio include: (47) individual hit and kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 10 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: 10 pre-made kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: 10 pre-made kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14x Midi \u0026amp; Ableton Groove Templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e127.6 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31689292806,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/lindrum-art.jpg?v=1542983226"},{"product_id":"mpc60-from-mars","title":"MPC60 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fattest \u0026amp; Warmest 12bit Drum Sampler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Roger Linn in 1988, the MPC60 is one of the best sounding samplers of all time and, (along with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sp-1200-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSP1200\u003c\/a\u003e), has shaped the sound of classic 90s hip hop, R\u0026amp;B and house music with its unmistakeable grit, warmth and punch. And despite looking like a cash register and having a resolution of only 12bits, this sampler still sounds better than any modern equivalent boasting higher specs. Quite simply, what you put into it comes out sounding better. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually when you sample something (an analog drum machine, for instance) the samples are less desirable than the drum machine itself. But with the 60, you can actually make an 808 or 909 sound better (well, different) - hardening it, fattening the low end, crunching up the midrange and creating a hard hitting sequence with an amazing shuffle. And while the debate over the best MPC continues, the 60 is undoubtedly the best \u003cem\u003esounding\u003c\/em\u003e, with its instantly recognizable and classic color it imparts on everything that passes through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC60-vinylD2.jpg?6122968342009286265\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cform id=\"email_signup\" class=\"none\" data-ajax-submit=\"\/\/manage.kmail-lists.com\/ajax\/subscriptions\/subscribe\" method=\"GET\" novalidate=\"novalidate\" action=\"\/\/manage.kmail-lists.com\/subscriptions\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cinput name=\"g\" value=\"KdRjh8\" type=\"hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"klaviyo_field_group\"\u003e\u003cinput value=\"\" name=\"email\" id=\"k_id_email\" placeholder=\"Enter Your Email\" type=\"email\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"klaviyo_messages\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"success_message\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003eThanks! 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A lot of MPC60 libraries run pre-made samples into the 60 - but there is something really special about going *directly out* of an 808, 909, CR78, 606 and 707, straight into it. We also hooked up the SH101, Arp2600, and even SP-1200 for some hot sampler on sampler action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get a dustier vibe, we went \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superiorelevation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erecord digging\u003c\/a\u003e, grabbing everything from old school funk breaks, bonus beats and boogie 12\"s to (pre-software) early 2000s minimal techno records. Our intention was to create our own drum machine samples by hardening them through the 60. Recording directly from a super clean phono stage (Ortofon 2M Red into a Musical Surroundings Phonomena) worked perfectly with the 60's gritty converters and we ended up with a collection of spicy and complex drum samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, since the groove of the MPC is just as unbeatable as the sound, we captured every quantization setting from 50% - 75% as midi grooves for you to use in your own productions. The following is composed entirely from the Ableton drum rack with no additional processing, set to that unbeatable 60% shuffle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/317505514%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-4ifCY\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrick #1 - Clipping the Converter \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big part of the 60's vibe is found when overdriving the input converter to taste, which, on the right drums, sounds really warm and gives you loudness, more sustain and a lower noise floor. The 808 kicks, for instance, sounded great clipping the attack. You can also take a funk snare and harden it into a 90s hip hop sample like no compressor or plugin can. But we also took care to *not* clip a lot of sounds, as many of the MPC60 packs out there seem to only have clipped sounds, which gets tiring quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a slower jam featuring a huge, saturated modded 606 kick (coming in around the 30 second mark):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/317034259%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-TuJl7\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrick #2 - Capturing the Pitches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's something really special about old school hardware drum tuning, and we wanted to showcase it majorly. For every sample we recorded up to 19 pitches, to reveal that sweet, vintage aliasing and fatness. This means you can choose which hardware tuning you'd like instead of pitching it digitally in your DAW, which will \u003cem\u003emajorly\u003c\/em\u003e affect production in a positive way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Ableton, this hardware pitching is incorporated into a massive 2800 sample drum rack in which you can select any drum sound and then \"hardware pitch\" it via a macro that selects the correspondingly pitched sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.37.17_AM.png?5503302306090612203\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a couple pieces of studio gear that are majorly featured on this sample pack. First, the Reddi Tube DI - which is one of the warmest and deepest sounding DIs I've ever heard (it seems to add a lower octave of bass). Coupled with the inherent warmth of the MPC60, this gave us extremely warm low end, especially on kicks, and a more finished tone overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe next major piece of gear was our trusty Otari MTR-12 1\/4\" mastering reel - which almost all drum hits were recorded to. This seems subtle while sampling, but the tape gives the drums an unmistakeable analog punch and slight color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final two pieces of gear that imparted a major tone on this pack were the API 560 EQ and SSL expander \/ gate. While many of the drum machine hits were not EQ'd, the vinyl was processed quite heavily. The API was used for adding presence and air (think Questlove's rim shot) while the SSL was used after tape to add attack and control the tails of vinyl drum hits, effectively making them punchier and closer to drum machine samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/processing-2.jpg?3279702872296511877\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder of Operations is Everything\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the most interesting processing revelation wasn't a piece of gear, but the order in which the gear was used. After a little trial and error we found that processing the samples on their way into the 60 gave us superior results than processing the outputs of the 60. This makes sense if you think about it - take a static, 1 note kick drum - find the frequencies relative to that sample that you'd like to EQ (boost the fundamental), and record it into the MPC. Now, when it gets re-pitched, that fundamental frequency is boosted relative to every pitch you're recording. If you were to instead EQ those 19 pitches after sampling, you wouldn't be able to find a one size fits all EQ setting, because that fundamental frequency would be changing at every pitch along the way. Needless to say, this impacted the samples in a very beneficial manner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC60-Final.jpg?12271788401876347372\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruthfully, sampling on the 60 can be a quite painful process (thank god there's an arm rest). There is no visual waveform display and you find the start point of every sound by turning the data wheel one sample at a time. It is time consuming and (after 100 hours) soul-sucking. But to say it was well worth it is an understatement. The drums are fat, thick and analog sounding, full of 12bit artifacts and noise that sound beautiful when tidied up a little with filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum machine samples compliment the vinyl perfectly, and when used in combination with the hardware pitching and those killer MPC grooves, your production starts to sound truly incredible. So enjoy the amazing sound of this machine without all the drawbacks of its antiquated workflow!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/315228570%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-t2Kyr\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2800) 24bit WAV MPC60 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass Drum, Snare, Rim, Clap, HH, Cabasa, Percussion, Tom, \u0026amp; Cymbal Hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamples include: Modded 606, 707, 808, 909, CR78, Rhythm 700, SP1200, SH101, Arp 2600, Vinyl \u0026amp; More\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(20) pre-made 16 Hit Kits for fast loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26 MPC Groove Midi Files \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes 1 master drum rack containing all samples, with sample select and hardware pitch macros, 3 drum racks containing pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason include: 18 individual hit instruments + 5 pre-made kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 20 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 20 pre-made kits on 4 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e208 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40033653702,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/MPC-Art.jpg?v=1542983233"},{"product_id":"727-from-mars","title":"727 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic 12bit 80s Drum Machine Percussion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in 1985, the 727 is the latin percussion version of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/707-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e707\u003c\/a\u003e and is the perfect add-on to any drum machine or sample collection. Like the other TR series, it has defined various genres of dance music with its instantly nostalgic congas, agogos, bongos, timbales, cabasas, whistles \u0026amp; more. But it's really the records that people have made with the 727 that give its kitsch charm meaning to the percussion sounds we've come to love - often appearing alongside the 707, you can find the 727 in everything from Chicago \/ Acid House, Detroit Techno, 80s Disco \/ Garage and Balearic and so much more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 727 From Mars includes these classic drum machine percussion samples, plus an additional 30 pitches per voice, created by recording each hit onto a 1\/4\" tape machine, and playing the tape back at perfect semitones. This will give you not only the classic, instantly recognizable 727 samples, but bizarre and unique, tape-tuned drum machine percussion hits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/727-Closeup-2.jpg?v=1595860065\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sampling Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/707-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e707\u003c\/a\u003e, the 727 is extremely punchy, and to preserve this punch we captured its sounds as cleanly as possible - through an API 512 preamp straight to tape. The tape adds a noticeable analog punch and crunch, so we also captured the raw sounds, straight through our Apogee Symphony converter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the original sounds on this machine are pretty perfect, there is only one tuning offered per voice, greatly limiting the unit's flexibility. No matter what you do, you're stuck with \"that 727 sound\". Don't get me wrong, that sound is amazing, but it's not always what you're looking for. And while you could tune them digitally in your DAW, you'd likely lose the vibe of the hardware along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo remedy this, we recorded each hit to tape at 15 ips along with a C note sine wave. Then, we played the tape back at 30 different speeds (from lower than 7.5 ips to higher than 30 ips), tuning that sine wave with a guitar tuner, to give you 30 perfectly chromatic pitches of every drum. The results mean you can get much more mileage out of these sounds - the following is all 727 From Mars (plus a 707 kick; also included): \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/319637471%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-fiYSC\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Quijadas, bells and chimes become crazy, elongated, dark percussion hits (add a delay and things get really insane). And the agogos, congas \u0026amp; maracas become less recognizable and more malleable to your own production. You can now harmonically tune any of the percussion without introducing unwanted digital artifacts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also created a couple custom hits - cutting into the cabasa to provide an additional, punchier version, and chopping the star chime to create a metallic ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just over 1100 individual hits, this is a massive collection of 727 sounds. To make things a bit easier, we've created (10) 16x hit drum kits. These include: the original 727 sounds, assorted and re-pitched kits, conga \/ bongo \/ timbale kits with multiple flam levels, agogo kits, chimes, cabasa kits and more. The step sequencer on the 727 doesn't lend itself well to playing percussion - but these kits are really great for jamming on congas, bells \u0026amp; whistles. Plus they're consistently mapped across all formats. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/727-right-2_ed714ca2-6745-43dc-9f2d-05a77b5547ff.jpg?v=1595860065\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"products\/tr-909-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e909\u003c\/a\u003e, the original 727 is a very specific and iconic sound, and while its original drum hits are near perfect, they will always be instantly recognizable. This nostalgia can be really cool surrounded by modern production, but can lack flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 30 additional tape pitches of every drum hit in the 727 From Mars is something I've never seen in a sample pack or heard in a record. It allows you to use the 727 in a completely different (your own) context. Surround them with your other drum samples and they really start to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo whether you're after the original, unadulterated classic, or more malleable and unique drum machine percussion, the 727 From Mars is a must have. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1102 24bit WAV TR-727 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCongas, Bongos, Agogos, Timbales, Maracas, Shakers \u0026amp; more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 Levels of flam for Congas \u0026amp; Timbales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll original 727 sounds, unprocessed and un-pitched, are included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery drum hit has been additionally re-pitched 30 semi-tones on tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(10) pre-made 16x Hit Kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes 1 master drum rack with all samples, with hardware pitch and hardware flam macros; 2 drum racks containing 10 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason include: 40 total instruments: 36 individual hit instruments + 4 kit instruments containing 10 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 10 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 10 pre-made kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 MB Unzipped Per Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42343844038,"sku":"RKLPf6","price":7.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/727-Art.jpg?v=1542983208"},{"product_id":"free-mpc60-from-mars","title":"FREE MPC60 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fattest \u0026amp; Warmest 12bit Drum Sampler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Free MPC60 From Mars is the free, miniature version of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samples-from-mars.myshopify.com\/products\/mpc60-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMPC60 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cspan\u003eIt features 3 of the kits that come with the full version and 1 groove template. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Roger Linn in 1988, the MPC60 is one of the best sounding samplers of all time and, (along with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sp-1200-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSP1200\u003c\/a\u003e), has shaped the sound of classic 90s hip hop, R\u0026amp;B and house music with its unmistakeable grit, warmth and punch. And despite looking like a cash register and having a resolution of only 12bits, this sampler still sounds better than any modern equivalent boasting higher specs. Quite simply, what you put into it comes out sounding better. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC60-vinylD2.jpg?6122968342009286265\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we Sampled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually when you sample something (an analog drum machine, for instance) the samples are less desirable than the drum machine itself. But with the 60, you can actually make an 808 or 909 sound better (well, different) - hardening it, fattening the low end, crunching up the midrange and creating a hard hitting sequence with an amazing shuffle. And while the debate over the best MPC continues, the 60 is undoubtedly the best \u003cem\u003esounding\u003c\/em\u003e, with its instantly recognizable and classic color it imparts on everything that passes through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally, drum machines were the first things to get sampled into this thing - and we gravitated towards classic and oddball sounds. A lot of MPC60 libraries run pre-made samples into the 60 - but there is something really special about going *directly out* of an 808, 909, CR78, 606 and 707, straight into it. We also hooked up the SH101, Arp2600, and even SP-1200 for some hot sampler on sampler action. The free MPC60 From Mars only contains a small selection of these (909, CR78, and a couple others). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/317505514%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-4ifCY\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo get a dustier vibe, we went \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.superiorelevation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003erecord digging\u003c\/a\u003e, grabbing everything from old school funk breaks, bonus beats and boogie 12\"s to (pre-software) early 2000s minimal techno records. Our intention was to create our own drum machine samples by hardening them through the 60. Recording directly from a super clean phono stage (Ortofon 2M Red into a Musical Surroundings Phonomena) worked perfectly with the 60's gritty converters and we ended up with a collection of spicy and complex drum samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, since the groove of the MPC is just as unbeatable as the sound, we captured every quantization setting from 50% - 75% as midi grooves for you to use in your own productions (the previous demo is sequenced with the 61% groove included in the free MPC60).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrick #1 - Clipping the Converter \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA big part of the 60's vibe is found when overdriving the input converter to taste, which, on the right drums, sounds really warm and gives you loudness, more sustain and a lower noise floor. The 808 kicks, for instance, sounded great clipping the attack. You can also take a funk snare and harden it into a 90s hip hop sample like no compressor or plugin can. But we also took care to *not* clip a lot of sounds, as many of the MPC60 packs out there seem to only have clipped sounds, which gets tiring quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a slower jam featuring a huge, saturated modded 606 kick (coming in around the 30 second mark):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/317034259%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-TuJl7\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrick #2 - Capturing the Pitches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's something really special about old school hardware drum tuning, and we wanted to showcase it majorly. With the complete \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mpc60-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMPC60 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e, for each sample we recorded up to 19 pitches, to reveal that sweet, vintage aliasing and fatness. This means you can choose which hardware tuning you'd like instead of pitching it digitally in your DAW, which will \u003cem\u003emajorly\u003c\/em\u003e affect production in a positive way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Ableton, this hardware pitching is incorporated into a massive 2800 sample drum rack in which you can select any drum sound and then \"hardware pitch\" it via a macro that selects the correspondingly pitched sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.37.17_AM.png?5503302306090612203\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a couple pieces of studio gear that are majorly featured on this sample pack. First, the Reddi Tube DI - which is one of the warmest and deepest sounding DIs I've ever heard (it seems to add a lower octave of bass). Coupled with the inherent warmth of the MPC60, this gave us extremely warm low end, especially on kicks, and a more finished tone overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe next major piece of gear was our trusty Otari MTR-12 1\/4\" mastering reel - which almost all drum hits were recorded to. This seems subtle while sampling, but the tape gives the drums an unmistakeable analog punch and slight color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final two pieces of gear that imparted a major tone on this pack were the API 560 EQ and SSL expander \/ gate. While many of the drum machine hits were not EQ'd, the vinyl was processed quite heavily. The API was used for adding presence and air (think Questlove's rim shot) while the SSL was used after tape to add attack and control the tails of vinyl drum hits, effectively making them punchier and closer to drum machine samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/processing-2.jpg?3279702872296511877\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder of Operations is Everything\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the most interesting processing revelation wasn't a piece of gear, but the order in which the gear was used. After a little trial and error we found that processing the samples on their way into the 60 gave us superior results than processing the outputs of the 60. This makes sense if you think about it - take a static, 1 note kick drum - find the frequencies relative to that sample that you'd like to EQ (boost the fundamental), and record it into the MPC. Now, when it gets re-pitched, that fundamental frequency is boosted relative to every pitch you're recording. If you were to instead EQ those 19 pitches after sampling, you wouldn't be able to find a one size fits all EQ setting, because that fundamental frequency would be changing at every pitch along the way. Needless to say, this impacted the samples in a very beneficial manner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC60-Final.jpg?12271788401876347372\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruthfully, sampling on the 60 can be a quite painful process (thank god there's an arm rest). There is no visual waveform display and you find the start point of every sound by turning the data wheel one sample at a time. It is time consuming and (after 100 hours) soul-sucking. But to say it was well worth it is an understatement. The drums are fat, thick and analog sounding, full of 12bit artifacts and noise that sound beautiful when tidied up a little with filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum machine samples compliment the vinyl perfectly, and when used in combination with the hardware pitching (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mpc60-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003efull version\u003c\/a\u003e only) and those killer MPC grooves, your production starts to sound truly incredible. So enjoy a small taste of the amazing sound of this machine without all the drawbacks of its antiquated workflow. And if you like what you hear, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samples-from-mars.myshopify.com\/products\/mpc60-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003egrab the real deal\u003c\/a\u003e ! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/315228570%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-t2Kyr\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"280\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree MPC60 Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(3) 16x Hit Drum Kits containing 48x 24bit WAV MPC60 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e909 hits, Linn \u0026amp; vinyl samples, subs and blips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) MPC60 swing groove template (61%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll formats contain (3) mapped drum kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37 MB Free Space Per Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42960124422,"sku":"KdRjh8","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork---Free-MPC60.jpg?v=1679414930"},{"product_id":"linn60-from-mars","title":"LINN60 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80s 8 Bit Drums Transformed by the Classic 12bit MPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this release, we've taken one of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour favorite drum machines\u003c\/a\u003e of all time (in fact, it's the drum machine that started it all for Samples From Mars) and recorded it into one of our favorite samplers, the MPC60. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original drum machine is composed of classic, 80s 8 bit percussion and sounds incredible. It's such a big sound often it needs to be EQd to fit in a mix. Think: Human League, Prince, 80s Boogie, early hip hop, disco and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy sampling the machine through the MPC, we crunched the sound up even further through the 60's 12bit converters, recording at different levels (some clipped, some not clipped). We also re-pitched every drum voice in the MPC, which lends its unique tuning \/ aliasing to the original drum machine sounds, giving them a completely new characteristic: gritty, punchy, and grainy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Linn60-Smaller.jpg?14158860142921700881\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFirst, we took the original drum machine and sampled every voice cleanly into the MPC. With tuning functions for the Side Stick, Snare, Toms \u0026amp; Congas,  we recorded multiple pitches into the MPC. We also opened the drum machine up, and by switching Eproms around, were able to change the tuning for a bunch of other drum voices as well (Bass Drum, Clap, Cabasa and more). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, we did a round of processed hits into the MPC, utilizing gear like the SPL transient designer (in parallel) on the clap to make it way punchier. We also employed some tube gear, API and Thermionic EQ, slight SSL compression, and various saturators. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we trimmed all of the samples in the MPC, and recorded 19 MPC tunings (the max available) for every drum voice, directly from the MPC to tape, and finally through Apogee Symphony conversion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a cool collection of 80s 8 bit drums transformed by the classic 12bit MPC. Huge toms, early 80s cowbells, classic claps, fat snares, warm kicks, gritty rims, and more. Available for a limited time only, so grab it before it returns to Mars forever! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/339037868%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-MM06N\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1168 24bit WAV Linn60 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 pre-made 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 80s drum machine hits including: Bass Drum, Snare, Claps, Congas, Cabasa, Tambourine, Cowbell, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll drums sampled and re-pitched extensively into the MPC60 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean versions of all sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional hardware processing for punch, saturation and analog color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (8) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, \u0026amp; Reason include: (15) individual hit instruments, and (2) kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 8 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 8 pre-made kits on 2 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e209 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 71px; top: 2054.75px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527400454,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/linn60.jpg?v=1542983227"},{"product_id":"drumulator-from-mars","title":"DRUMULATOR FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLo-Fi 80s Drums From the SP1200's Predecessor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Drumulator is a 12 bit drum machine created in 1983 by Emu Systems. After achieving success with the Emulator, Emu took aim at creating a much more affordable Linn LM1. And while the results certainly didn't sound like an LM1, the Drumulator nonetheless had a successful run in the 80s, and is featured on countless productions, from Patrick Cowley to Depeche Mode (some people say it's \u003cem\u003ethe\u003c\/em\u003e sound of Depeche Mode from '83-'84). And while it doesn't exactly do Linn, it does its own thing quite well: crunchy and lo-fi, 12bit 80's drums. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Drumulator11353-crop-web.jpg?447\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Drumulator's sounds out of the box are cold, dead and compressed. Originating from super dry, acoustic drums, but hardened through old skool converters, the bass drum is weightless but punchy. The snare is a recognizeable classic from \u003cem\u003eso\u003c\/em\u003e many 80s and early hip hop records. The rim is dry and surprisingly realistic sounding and the clap is one of my all time favorites from any drum machine. Plus you get an 808-ish clave and linn style cowbells and hats. And with the right processing (continue reading), you can get some insanely dirty toms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/344331665%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-LBIR5\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapturing the Samples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the sounds are already lo-fi and compressed, we wanted to first capture them cleanly, (so as not to disappoint the die-hard Drumulator fans). The one hits were recorded through an API preamp, straight to our mastering reel to reel, and finally through our Apogee Symphony MK2 converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we added some (much needed) color to the kit. The clean Bass Drum, while punchy, \u003cem\u003eseriously\u003c\/em\u003e lacks bass - so we magician-ed a sub out of thin air by using an analog high pass filter, and tuning the cutoff frequency to the bass drum fundamental. Cranking up the resonance into slight self-oscillation gave us a massive, and deeply analog sine wave sub, which we then tucked underneath the original kick in parallel. This resulted in some seriously fat bass drums. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRe-pitching Everything in the MPC60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we sampled everything through our beloved MPC60, for some dirty, 12bit X 12bit action. We pitched every hit 19 times in the MPC, and this is the bulk of the Drumulator From Mars samples. It allowed us to get that \"other\" factor that hopefully makes this pack pretty unique - the MPC gave us amazing punch, crunch and all types of cool tunings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Drumulator-MPC.jpg?838506011575769285\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grabbed all of the clean hits directly into the MPC, but also sent colored versions in as well. It's important to apply any processing *before* sampling into the MPC (rather than processing the MPC's output). On that huge filtered bass drum for example, we tuned that sub to a specific fundamental of the bass drum (based on its pitch). Once this is sampled and tuned in the MPC, that sub gets tuned along with the kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe toms and snare were heavily saturated with a modified Yamaha PM series mixer (believe the hype!) to get a type of vintage crunch I've yet to find in any modern preamps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end result is a collection of 500 classic Drumulator and MPC Drumulator hits, with pre-made kits for easy use, and extensively formatted for various software \/ hardware. If you're looking for something recognizable but slightly more esoteric and more lo-fi than its 80s brethren (especially when sampled into the MPC), the Drumulator From Mars is the way to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 24bit WAV Drumulator \u0026amp; Drumulator MPC60 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 pre-made 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGritty, lesser known 80s drum machine hits including: Bass Drum, Snare, Clap, Clave, Cowbell, Hi Hats, Ride, Toms and Rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll original drumulator samples captured cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional colored samples and MPC60 versions (at all possible tunings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFattest Drumulator Bass Drum of all time? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (7) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, \u0026amp; Reason include: (25) individual hit instruments, and (7) kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 7 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 7 pre-made kits on 2 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51947744838,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Drumulator-Art.jpg?v=1542983220"},{"product_id":"626-from-mars","title":"626 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 8 Bit Brother of the 707 and 727\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 626 is a classic, 80s drum machine that's some sort of cross between a 505, 707 and 727, while adding additional sounds these other units don't feature. It's based around acoustic samples, and features 80s gated reverb snares, iconic congas, dry bass drums, crunchy cabasas, agogos, timbales, a cool assortment of cymbals and more. In fact, with 30 voices, the 626 packs in a greater variety of sounds than any other TR series drum machine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/626.jpg?4235177547718760291\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Underrated Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you head to Vintage Synth Explorer (actually, stay here!) the comments section is a huge, 10 year thread of people defending their love for this under-appreciated machine. The consensus: the 626 is simple but solid - featuring a large assortment of undeniably TR drum sounds, with individual pitching for all voices, individual outs, and a great sequencer. The sounds are useable and fun, (if you're obsessed with anything 80s house - related, this machine is a dream). And with a little bit of processing it's easy to get the 626 to really come alive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/348882174%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-ffSLu\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe decided to capture the 626 in the spirit of the original samples - clean and dry. First, we popped some batteries in to remove the inevitable hum from the original power supply. From there, it was straight into our punchy API preamp, and directly to tape, finally capturing the results through the excellent Symphony MKII converter. We multi-sampled every drum voice at all 15 pitches (the pitching is digital and crunchy!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce we'd captured the samples cleanly, we opted for an additional, \u003cem\u003eslightly\u003c\/em\u003e colored version of every drum sound. For this coloration, we called on the amazing Overstayer Saturator (in parallel, to open up the sustain a bit) and the super clean Thermionic Swift EQ. We purposefully only applied slight processing, so that whatever EQ, saturation, compression you use will sound better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results: just over 900 individual 24 bit 626 samples, formatted for your favorite software, and featuring (8) 16 hit kits, perfect for instant jamming. You'll get clean kits, color kits, percussion, hats \u0026amp; shakers, and cymbals.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/626-2.jpg?491844412048047388\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 626 is a charming, fun, and super useable set of 80s drum samples. With its huge gated snares, china cymbals and dead-warm bass drums, it offers sounds you will not find on any other TR. Especially when surrounding the 626 with other TR samples, and applying some slight processing, this thing really shines and it's no wonder people have been defending their love for this drum machine for decades. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e900+ 24bit WAV 626 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 pre-made 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesser known 80s drum machine hits you won't find on any other TR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGated snares, dead bassdrums, dry rims, classic congas, toms, gritty shakers, timbales, hi hats, agogos, cowbells, china ride and crash cymbals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll original 626 samples captured cleanly, with additional color versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled at all possible 15 tunings per voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (8) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, \u0026amp; Reason include: (42) individual hit instruments, and (8) kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 8 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 8 pre-made kits on 2 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e136.8 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67350429702,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/626-Art.jpg?v=1542983206"},{"product_id":"505-from-mars","title":"505 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Simple but Solid Drum Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 505 is a charming little drum machine, kind of like a 707 and 727 in one box, with a great little sequencer to boot. But though it may seem basic at first glance, that is the essence of its appeal - a classic, 80s box with both drums and percussion. And with a generally punchy tone that fits easily into any mix it's no wonder there are way more lovers of the 505 than haters - among them producers like Vince Clark, Aphex Twin, and plenty of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zDwulx5ICYg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChicago House classics\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModifications and Sampling into the SP 1200 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut our 505 is no ordinary drum machine - it's been modified with a bizarre, circuit-bending knob that tunes all of the drums simultaneously - either into totally useable, tuned versions of the original sounds, or mangled into oblivion. And to go a step further, we sampled this modified 505 extensively into our favorite sampler of all time - the SP1200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/505-SP.jpg?14133545165756828991\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Recording Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore anything else, we decided to capture the OG 505 sounds, without modification, cleanly through an API preamp to our mastering reel to reel and finally Apogee Symphony MK2 conversion. The clean 505 hits are among the best sounding 505 samples out there. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking it a step further, we captured an 38 additional pitches per voice to tape, by engaging the tuning modification. Each drum was tuned in half steps by hand and ear (time consuming and challenging to say the least). This gives you a huge variety of pitched sounds not available on the original machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also experimented with different combinations of switches to get extreme, trashy, odd-harmonic drum sounds, including crushed congas, metallic cowbells, crunchy hi hats, trashy timbales, smashes and blips. We can only guess what the mods actually do (the guy who did them couldn't even tell us) - but let's just say they re-arrange the internal architecture of the 505 in the coolest ways possible: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3k5BzlJYLPU?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the 505 Through the SP-1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, (and in celebration of 5\/05 day) we decided to run the 505 through the SP1200 sampler. The SP is a favorite at our studio (and any studio lucky enough to have one) because it gives everything that passes through it a ridiculously amazing vibe. It adds a gritty, 12 bit sound that, depending on how hard you clip the input, ranges from extremely punchy to dark, hard and warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, by playing back different tunings of our modded 505 into the SP, and tuning them even further (capturing 16 pitches for every sample) we were able to add a punchiness and crispness that no amount of EQ, compression, or traditional saturation can achieve. The 505 is inherently bright, so the SP helped give it an even more vintage and colored sound. Plus, it's been sampled through our new API 1608 to tape. These are the personal favorite of the pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Final Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of these sounds were compiled into individual hits but also an extensive selection of pre-made 16x hit kits for easy use - 7 kits for the 505, and 10 kits for the 505 SP-1200. The kits range from clean and classic to crisp, re-sampled, clipped and modded mayhem. Not your average 505 to say the least! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1800+ 24bit WAV 505 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, Pitched, and SP 1200 versions of all 505 drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose from 38 tunings for each 505 voice and 16 tunings for each 505 SP 1200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 pre-made 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunchy, Classic Bass Drums \u0026amp; Snares, Cowbells, Congas, Timbales, Rides \u0026amp; More\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBit Crushed Bells, Crunchy Hi Hats, Trashy Percussion and general modded mayhem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all 505 samples, 1 505 SP 1200 Drum Rack, and (17) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason include: (90) individual hit instruments, and (17) kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 17 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 17 pre-made kits on 5 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 141.5 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":211397345286,"sku":"","price":5.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/505-Art.jpg?v=1542983205"},{"product_id":"modded-from-mars","title":"MODDED FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Collection of Modified Drum Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModded From Mars is collection of our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/modded-505-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 505\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/606-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 606\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"products\/707-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 707\u003c\/a\u003e samples. There are not your ordinary drum machines, but have had modifications done on the actual units before sampling. The 505 and 707 have bit crushing and really nice, crunchy digital pitching of all drum voices. The 606 has a lot of analog tuning and drum shaping, effectively making it capable of 808 and 909 sounds. All modded drum products also contain the original, unmodified sounds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3k5BzlJYLPU?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/\/YhTILWPlyro\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Modded-606-new.jpg?2842234078083766139\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/234545861\u0026amp;color=ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/modded-505-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 505 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Modded-606-art_icon.jpg?v=1448392399\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/606-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 606 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/707-art-new_icon.jpg?v=1467843185\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/707-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModded 707 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":277869756422,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Modded-Art-Temp.jpg?v=1542983230"},{"product_id":"dmx-from-mars","title":"DMX FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic 80s Drums From the Digital \/ Analog Hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMX is an 8 bit eprom-based drum machine developed in 1981, featuring acoustic drum samples and a warm, analog filter. The DMX is just about the closest you can get to the sound of a Linn LM1 without spending a mortgage on a drum machine. The drums are punchy and funky, instantly recognizable, and fully tune-able via internal trimmers: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BYvLc8CboNc?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the DMX are 11, 8 bit PCM acoustic drum samples that have been companded (compressed and expanded) to increase their dynamic range, making the sound quality approximately 12 bit in the analog domain. All samples pass through the famous Curtis 3320 analog filter chip, and are output through crunchy, old skool converters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom this you might assume the DMX sounds Lo Fi - but you'd be wrong! Instead, the sound is sophisticated and classic - like a pseudo - acoustic drum set frozen in time. And despite being digital, the filters give it an unmistakeable organic warmth, making the sounds come alive, and sit easily in a mix. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the DX, the DMX has a warm bass drum, crunchy snares, boxy boogie toms,  classic hi hats and shaker. But it also features a range of sounds the DX does not - a more LM1 type clap, that amazing 90s house rimshot and tambourine, a ride cymbal, and a second group of toms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapturing the Samples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an effort to retain the exact character and punch of the original machine, the recording process was kept simple. We tracked every hit through an API 512 preamp, to tape, and through an Apogee Symphony MKII. Each drum voice was tuned by hand (tilting back the hood of the drum machine and accessing the little thumb wheel) 24 times. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DMX-1.jpg?11656669838967126867\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the clean samples were captured we did a round of processing to provide some color and RMS (loudness) to the kit. Using our trusty Overstayer Saturator in parallel, we added more harmonics and dirt to the attack; by EQing a little bass out before the saturation, and back in afterwards (via API EQs) we were able to really drive the midrange on things like the Toms. Through parallel hard clipping (Overstayer M-A-S), we increased the fatness of the Bass Drum; tightened the claps with an SPL Transient Designer, and used a tube EQ to darken drum various drum hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sampling was complete, all of the hits were then chopped and painstakingly arranged into individual hits and 16x hit kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the DMX Through the S612\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMX samples are solid and straightforward - so in an effort to make things weird we ran it through our favorite sounding sampler of all time - the Akai S612. The 612 was Akai's first sampler, and is an amazing sounding 12 bit sampler with a user-definable sample rate (via midi note), a clippable input, start \/ stop sliders, and a sweet analog filter (just like the DMX) to top it all off, so it seemed like the perfect companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/S612-Web.jpg?6168021595122767386\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the DMX sampling session was calculated, the 612 session was a lengthy, freeform jam. We played DMX drum hits into the 612, changing pitches on the DMX, recording in at different levels (from clean to smashed), changing sample rates on the 612, and applying various filter and decay settings, all the while sampling every useable pitch for each drum voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe modulated the ride cymbal with a pitch LFO, adjusted the start point on Toms to turn them into massive sub hits, reversed hi hats, and even created looping rimshots and shakers, whose delays get faster the higher up in pitch they go. Even the inherent hiss of the 612 played a major role in the sampling process - by leaving snare tails long at the end, the hiss acts as a kind of \"air\" that gives the samples depth, and reverb. The results: a strange, distant cousin of the DMX: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/422063445%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-uma86\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMX drums are iconic, and instantly recognizable, so naturally they fit into more retro productions. The filters really allow the samples to come alive, and while it's not as large sounding as a Lindrum, it sounds tighter and punchier, and is no wonder it's been a mainstay in such a diverse assortment of genres (from disco and boogie to 80s rock, dub, hip hop, drum n' bass and even dancehall). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the DMX sounds can also be re-contextualized in a more modern track and really shine - in fact, it can work quite well as a psuedo-acoustic drumset. Add a live hi hat and you really start to blur the lines between drum machine and drummer (Think: Tame Impala Currents). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd if you're after more unique, less recognizable sounds, the lo fi beauty of the DMX S612 is for you. With filtered, clipped, and looped 612 processing, this classic drum machine shines in an entirely new way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/422063445%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-uma86\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Samples:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2200 24bit WAV DMX Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 pre-made 16x hit kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, Color, and S612 - sampled versions of all drum voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 pitches per DMX drum hit  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMX features: warm bass drums, crunchy snares, classic toms, hats, rides, crashes, rim, claps, shaker and tambourine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMX 612 features: filtered bass drums, Sub kicks, clipped snares, looped rimshots, reversed hi hats, LFO rides, airy hi hats and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, (13) pre-made kits racks, and 6 groove clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ, FL Studio include: (100) individual hit and kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine \u0026amp; Battery include: 13 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 13 pre-made kits on 4 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio contains: 13 FPC Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x Midi DMX grooves to replicate the quantization and shuffle of the DMX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 12+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12186472284244,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/DMX.jpg?v=1542983219"},{"product_id":"modular-drums-from-mars","title":"MODULAR DRUMS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Shot Drums Created From the Depths of Modular Synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModular synthesis has been around for decades, but has only recently experienced a massive resurgence, most notably in the Eurorack format created by Doepfer in the mid 90s. With over 5,000 modules available from hundreds of manufacturers, Eurorack has quickly become one of the most forward-thinking and inspiring technologies happening in the audio world right now. Companies are constantly competing to create the most original modules possible - everything from classic subtractive synthesis to morphable wavetables, phase modulation, audio folding, additive harmonic synthesis and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SAR0062-Edit.jpg?15422327895842679252\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith such unique and seemingly endless modulation possibilities, it's no wonder the sonic properties of the Eurorack lend themselves perfectly to creating unique drum and percussive one shots - sounds that transcend what any single drum machine can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this in mind, we sat down with our favorite modules, a nice preamp and tape machine, and synthesized everything from analog bassdrums, to sinewave subs, synthetic impulses, complex stabs, melodic congas, syn-toms, lasers, obscure snares, bells and whistles, analog lasers, wavetable bongos and even classic TR sounds (with a modular twist).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/450851772%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-qvyXa\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstablishing the Signal Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magic of the modular is that (once you know what you're doing) you can really create any sound you're looking for from scratch, and this process starts at the source. For our modular sound sources, we used everything from classic VCOs (Cwejman VCO-6; Doepfer A-110 VCO), to digital oscillators, noise generators, and deeply complex wavetable modules like the Intelijel shapeshifter, which features audio rate frequency modulation, phase modulation, and a 64 band vocoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SAR0079.jpg?9482678859873426727\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we combined our sources with the Doepfer A-138 as our standard mixer, and a Tip Top Audio Fold Processor when we wanted to get funky. The Tip Top is described as a \"voltage-controlled wave multiplier and sub-octave generator\", and allowed us to add harmonics to incoming signals, generate sub octaves and gave us everything from dissonant, sub-divided square waves to sweet, harmonic stacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SAR0090.jpg?11236389426997562337\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo add more excitement, we used filters - with our favorite being the CS-8 VCF-02 Multimode Filter. Inspired by its older brother, the Ebb Und Flut (Villalobos fans gear alert!), the CS-8 stands out in the modular world because its quality and performance can compete directly with any of the world's top analog filters. With 121 different filter modes, it can sculpt just about any sound to perfection. The CS-8's beautiful harmonic distortion gave some much needed \"Ummfff\" to many sounds - especially sub kicks: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/448167834%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-2Xi1a\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuchla Inspirations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're huge fans of west coast synth percussion, but since we didn't have a Buchla on hand (maybe someday!) we set out to create those weird synth bongos and lowpass blips from scratch. By modulating a complex VCO with a sine and sawtooth wave from another oscillator (with a little envelope modulation on the FM input) and then gating the sine and sawtooth outputs with our QMMG lowpass gate (with a super tight envelope triggering its VCAs) we were able to replicate those cool artificial bongos, as well as rim shots, bass drums, and pitched toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SAR0006_8c77dd1f-bdf0-4c4c-9ba9-6c4630a16cad.jpg?7709491918805894764\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/450842931%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-q8Hnh\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplicating our Favorite Drum Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModular drums isn't all blips and beeps - there are a host of companies making great modules inspired by classic drum machines - but with a gritty, modular twist. These modules offer a bit more control than their vintage counterparts, and allowed us to freak out the otherwise more traditional drum machine sounds. We modulated 909 sounding hats with pitch envelopes and pink noise FM modulation, for example. We also ran VCAs into overdrive and bit crushed claps. In this way we were able to sample a nice collection of our favorite 808, 909, and even CR78 - style drum sounds - all with a dirty modular twist:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/450847005%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-iA1H1\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProcessing and Re-Sampling \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 95% of the work for this pack was done within the confines of the modular environment before hitting the converters, but some sounds needed some extra crunch. For this we turned to the Scooper (used heavily in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/modern-oddities-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eModern Oddities\u003c\/a\u003e). We recorded our modular bass drums, snares, hi hats and claps into the scooper, and added odd harmonic bit crushing (that sounds a lot like the SP1200). These overtones \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e help certain sounds cut through the mix and offer more of a \"sampled\" sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SAR0159_7d7970de-9208-45b7-8c5c-0baed200bf2f.jpg?4379869750564736619\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePutting it All Together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce everything was recorded, we spent months curating, deleting, organizing and naming all of the samples (describing some of these sounds with words was a challenge to say the least!) until ultimately we arrived at a collection of just under 1400 one hits that capture the sonic heat and cold precision of the Eurorack's percussive environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 16 sound categories and 24 16x hit kits, this is a well organized pack of modern modular drums synthesized from scratch - and coming in at about 1\/100th the cost of a basic Eurorack setup, it's a cheap and easy way to inject the addictive insanity of modular synthesis into your tracks. Because let's face it - the modular world can be very intimidating, secretive and EXPEN$IVE ! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/524007738%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-nCC5K\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1367) 24bit WAV Modular Drum Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(24) pre-made 16 Hit Kits for fast loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass Drum, Snare, Rim, Clap, HH, Cabasa, Clave, Tom, Cymbal, Noise, Laser, Resonant, Tight Impact \u0026amp; FX Hits \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog bassdrums, sinewave subs, synthetic impulses, complex stabs, melodic congas, syn-toms, lasers, obscure snares, bells and whistles, analog lasers, wavetable bongos and even classic TR sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModules used: Digital\/analog oscillators, Noise generators, Drum modules, Funky filters, Snappy envelopes, Wavefolders \u0026amp; DSP effects \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through class A preamps to tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes 1 master drum rack containing all samples, with sample select, 24 drum racks containing pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic \u0026amp; Reason include: 60 individual hit instruments + 24 pre-made kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 24 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000\/2500 \u0026amp; MPC Live\/X include: 24 pre-made kits on 6 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e226 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live or MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12213565587540,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/unnamed.jpg?v=1542983232"},{"product_id":"free-808-from-mars","title":"FREE 808 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo 808 Kits From Our Upcoming Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAhead of our complete re-sampling of the 808 From Mars, we're offering two new 16x hit 808 kits - recorded through our API console to tape, with a variety of high end hardware processing along the way. These are our best sounding 808s yet. The kits feature clean, colored, and super saturated 808 hits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note - these samples are not available yet in the current 808 From Mars*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Roland_808_4_August_2018_0003.jpg?2523014760078683753\" alt=\"tr-808-samples\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe TR-808 itself. We now have the best sounding TR-808 we've ever heard - it was serviced by an original engineer who worked for the company in the 80s, and features a Bass Drum with an unbelievable 4 second decay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe've upgraded all of our gear (thanks to our amazing customers!) - this was recorded through an API 1608 console, into an Apogee Symphony, a mastering reel to reel, numerous high end saturators, and extremely clean, balanced power. This is our best sounding studio yet. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur experience and ears. Because of the sheer amount of hours (tens of thousands) we've put into sampling since the original 808, we are much more experienced than ever before. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) 16x Hit Drum Kits featuring new 808 samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through our best signal chain yet: API 1608 console, mastering reel to reel, and a host of tube and solid state EQs, compressors and saturators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures clean, color and heavily saturated 808 hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Formatted for instant jamming (see below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12588675530836,"sku":"Ph826S","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork---Free-808.jpg?v=1679414902"},{"product_id":"lm1-from-mars","title":"LM1 FROM MARS","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Most Comprehensive LM1 Sample Pack Yet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LM1 is one of the most rare and sought after drum machines of all time, and as a result, not many sample packs exist. And the ones that do are either incomplete, low quality, or have the wrong sounds (many units are unknowingly loaded with custom samples).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo, after waiting around for years trying to locate one, we ended up finding \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003etwo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same week this year. Needless to say, we were excited, and set forth creating the most comprehensive and highest quality LM1 pack in existence. W\u003c\/span\u003eith extreme attention to detail, we multi-sampled a combination of both units, at as many pitches, decays and even round robin (Hi Hats) as we could, without going overboard! Everything was run both cleanly and heavily processed through our API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony MKII. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LM111323-crop-web.jpg?448\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Ground Breaking Machine for its Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1980, the LM1 was based around 8 bit, 28kHz digital samples of a drummer (who is unknown!) passed through analog filters. It was the first drum machine to introduce record quantize and shuffle, which was a \u003cem\u003emajor\u003c\/em\u003e accomplishment at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its release, the sound immediately became ingrained in pop culture, most notably by Prince (who was often mistaken for using the Linndrum) and followed by legends like Michael Jackson, Gary Numan and Roger Troutman. Its sounds were also most likely stolen by other drum machines of the era, including the Drumtraks, 707, DMX and more. Regardless, with its laid back groove, constantly changing hi hats, and crunchy, 80s drum sounds, the LM1 is an organic machine that oozes funk. It is a beast of a drum machine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"340\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/631268541%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-jqcFO\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sound \u0026amp; the Groove \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the head of every sample is a long, low frequency waveform. I'm guessing this is air moving from the motion of the drummer about to hit the kick, snare, etc while recording the samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever it is, this pre-head is precisely what gives the drum machine its signature laid back, funky feel that Prince loved so much. It allows the snare drum, for instance, to sit well after the bassdrum even though both are quantized to the same beat. And when you pitch each drum sound, this pre head becomes either shorter or longer - for every voice - so the pitch of the drums ends up hugely affecting the groove of the machine. Just look at this pre attack! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Screen_Shot_2018-10-26_at_2.38.28_PM.png?3068240224650738948\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*We also included trimmed versions of these samples if you're after something a bit faster*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHi Hats That Come Alive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LM1 sounds ALIVE (especially considering it is not analog) and this is due largely to how the hi hats work. There is just one sample: a sizzling open hi hat (it almost sounds like an LFO). The closed Hi Hats (you get Accent and No Accent) are created by an analog VCA that opens and closes the open hi hat sample. Because the attack and release of the gate is always changing, so are the hi hat transients. Plus, each hi hat button's gate sounds slightly different. And finally, there's a hi hat decay knob!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis all leads to quite dynamic hi hats (and sample anxiety!). To re-create this without going overboard, we captured three different versions of each hi hat, at 4 different decays, and 30 different pitches. The hi hats alone are as big as the rest of the pack, at over 1600 samples, but as a result, when used in a \"round robin\" sampler, in combination with the different decays, they really come alive: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/519342000%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-ZVB7b\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Recording Chain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recording process was broken into two parts: clean and color. Both the clean and color versions include up to 30 pitches per drum voice, including round robin hi hats at 4 different decays for every pitch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LM1 was first recorded cleanly, at low volume through our API 1608 console, through the cleanest possible balanced power, directly into our Apogee Symphony MKII converter. Without any processing, the beauty of this drum machine is clear. The clean samples sound amazing and ready to go. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LM111341-crop-web.jpg?450\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color versions were also recorded through our API 1608; we drove the input hot (sometimes creating duplicate channels and running one even more distorted). The 1608 can be saturated much harder than its API 500 series counterparts since there are so many more transformers. The benefit of console saturation is that, as opposed to using a bunch of different distortion devices (which we tried at first), using only the console resulted in a much more cohesive color, allowing the samples to play like one instrument. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also used our API 560, API 550B, some slight API 2500 Compression, and the Overstayer Saturator, to create colored hits. These are mostly subtle colors that bring up the RMS, make the sounds a bit darker, and add more hardware harmonics so they cut through a mix more easily. But, we made sure to smash some bass drums, snares and toms for all of your dirtier needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Sampled Two\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt seems that every LM1 sounds a bit different - not in the same way that every 808 varies, but because so many LM1 owners modified them in various ways that suit their needs. People loaded their own sounds (Most LM1 sample packs unknowingly have the wrong sounds because of this), and some even had their EPROMs edited to get rid of that funky head at the top of snare samples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first LM1 we sampled comprises the majority of the drum hits in this pack. In all aspects, this was a traditional LM1 with working filters and no chopped EPROMs - except that instead of Congas it had a second pair of Toms. AND - Quincy Jones modified the unit to have a Ride and Crash Cymbal! The crash is identical to the one on Prince's \"777\" - it's a non standard crash that I haven't heard anywhere else, so it is likely this unit may have been used on that recording. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second LM1 (ours) had the filter removed from the Bass Drum and Toms. That, or the filter is broken. Either way, this allows for a much more cutting Bass Drum, closer to a 707 (which I'm told may have stolen sounds from the LM1). It also had those original congas we were after. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC01202.jpg?428631337910790171\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, we combined the best aspects of both LM1s and were able to create a super extensive pack, offering both filtered and non filtered bass drums and toms, all original sounds, a crash and ride, and even trimmed versions of the bass drum, snare, toms and cowbells. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end result is a detailed, well organized and extremely high quality collection of LM1 samples that allows you to just as easily dive deep into any individual sound at any pitch, or just jam out on the pre built kits. The LM1 is a beast - I hope you enjoy it! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"340\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/631268541%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-jqcFO\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3,374 24bit WAV LM1 Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(12) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean \u0026amp; Color versions of all samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Rim, Clap, Hi Hats, Conga, Tambourine, Cabasa, Cowbell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional: No Filter Bass Drum, No Filter Tom, Crash, Ride, and Trimmed samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavily multi-sampled: up to 30 pitches per voice \u0026amp; round robin hi hats at different decays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(8) Midi Groove templates capture the LM1's signature quantize \u0026amp; shuffle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e211.3 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LM1_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?7380151548315805941\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLM1 - About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, with Macros for selecting LM1 pitch, clean \/ color, Hi Hat Decay \u0026amp; Round Robin. (12) pre-made kits racks, and 6 groove clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ include: (107) individual hit and kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: 12 pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: 12 pre-made kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x Midi \u0026amp; Ableton Groove Templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e211.3 MB Unzipped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13692592586836,"sku":"NieuTK","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/LM1-Art.jpg?v=1542983228"},{"product_id":"mpc1-from-mars","title":"MPC1 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rare, Early 80s Analog Drum Synth \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe MPC1 is a rare drum synth and sequencer developed in 1982 by MPC Electronics. In contrast to Akai's more famous line of digital MPC samplers, this MPC is a short-lived, 100% analog drum synthesizer that sounds something like an 808 crossed with a 606 and a Simmons. But due to its lack of commercial success, these sounds have gone largely unused in modern music - making the MPC1 a perfect opportunity to use vintage, analog drum hits while standing out from the more popularized sounds of that era like the 808 and 909. And it looks just as unique as it sounds: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4-c_Xmzx1Zg?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMPC Electronics was formed in Cambridge, England, the early 80s, when drum computers like the LM1 were just starting to gain momentum and there was still room for true innovation in the drum machine world. The company initially developed a small, single prototype of a drum machine that you could play with your fingers, called The Kit. With just one working unit, they packed it in a small suitcase, and headed for NAMM. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEven though the unit barely\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003efunctioned (every so often they'd duck behind the curtains to repair it, telling on-lookers they were showing it to press), The Kit was met with a \u003ci\u003emassive \u003c\/i\u003eamount of interest, winning \"Product of the Show\" award, securing a distribution deal and about £ 250,000 in orders! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnfortunately, the company was inexperienced when it came to mass manufacturing and hadn't yet figured out how to scale the production of this unique drum synth. While they managed to produce a small amount of working units, The Kit was shortlived, and it wasn't long until focused their efforts on a new and more advanced follow up: the MPC1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/mpc_dec83_p43_key.jpg?3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn contrast to The Kit, The MPC1 boasted larger pads which could now be played with drum sticks. It also featured a plethora of tweak-able knobs, direct outs, din sync, and a fully functioning sequencer that could be tapped into live. It was, and is still, unlike any other drum machine out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBut like the Kit, The MPC1 never quite reached the commercial success it deserved and eventually the company folded, and was sold to Akai in 1984, who continued to develop the foundation of ideas laid out by MPC Electronics. Without enough info to properly verify, we can only assume that some of these ideas are what ultimately led to the more famous line of MPC samplers we all know so well today. While technically speaking the MPC1 (Music Percussion Computer) couldn't be further from Roger Linn's MPCs (Music Production Center), it is very likely that it nonetheless inspired and informed Akai's most classic line of drum samplers.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe MPC1 sounds as analog as it looks. At the heart of every drum sound is a VCO, which is followed by various filters, pitch modulation, white noise, decay, and cutely named parameters like \"Tightn\". With so many knobs, it's no wonder the machine sounds so expressive: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/583453965\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bass drum is reminiscent of an 808 at certain settings, with a super punchy attack transient, and a thumping low end (best brought out with a touch of processing). Like the 808, the decay is adjustable, but unlike the 808, the BD can be tuned higher, which allows it to be paired nicely with lower toms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe toms can range from flat and tonal 808-style, to pointy, pitch modulated syn-toms. And by adjusting the (downright confusing!) noise parameters, you can get powerful white noise bursts. Lay down a sequence, start tweaking the toms, and you'll get you some of the most expressive and varied sounds out of any drum synth we've heard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC-tape-hi.jpg?10\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nThe Clap, although lacking parameters, is one of the coolest sounds on the machine, and is instantly reminiscent of Kraftwerk. Being fully analog, every clap is unique, so it is quite expressive when sequenced. To capture this, we multi-sampled 5 claps which can be triggered via round robin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe hi hats and cymbals, when combined with the sequencer, are easily the grooviest part of this machine. Set the parameters conservatively and they sound close to a 606; at more extreme settings (turning the “tone” knob to max)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethey can be transformed into metallic and almost harsh but deeply analog cymbals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe snare is also quite unique. At closed filter settings it's almost identical to an 808, but start opening up the noise and decay parameters, and a bright, punchy and brittle white noise drum hit is revealed. It almost sounds like a broken 909 snare - but once you warm it up with some EQ it sounds wonderful. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sampling Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe amount of knobs on the MPC makes it exciting for producing but quite overwhelming for sampling! So we asked ourselves - how can we capture all of these parameters without going overboard? This proved extremely challenging and began with a complete oversampling the unit. We captured all of the parameter combinations for every voice - pitch, decay, noise, bend, tightn, you name it - cleanly, with no processing. Then, we mapped everything and spent months narrowing down the sample groups to only the most useable hits, while still providing the dynamic range and depth of the MPC1's synthesis that makes it so special. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC-Closeup-Hi.jpg?10\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOnce we had a powerful and concise rack of samples, we went to town creating processed versions - recording into our API console hot, using an API 2500 compressor in parallel, Overstayer Saturator and MAS, and generous amounts of API EQ. The goal was to retain the overall character of the MPC1 while making the samples bigger, more focused and generally more \"production ready\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNext, we spent weeks creating groups of 16x hit kits - this was our chance to really figure out which tunings and parameters played best together. The goal of this process was to simplify everything and make it easy to grab small amounts of MPC1 samples on a whim. We included clean and color kits, tom kits, white noise kits and hi hat kits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFinally, we took both the individual hits and kits and mapped them in your favorite samplers for easy use. With so many multi-sampled parameter settings, tunings, and different types of processing, the individual hits are extremely in depth. And the kits are the opposite - simple and musical. Together, both provide an excellent picture of what makes the MPC1 so great. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC-action-temp.jpg?3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThere isn't a lot of info on the MPC1 out there, but after a little research it's clear this product was designed by a group of extremely passionate and forward thinking engineers, who unfortunately didn't have enough business expertise to truly grow the product to commercial success. While this is no doubt unfortunate, it means the MPC1 has largely gone un-noticed, un-used, and certainly un-sampled throughout all of these years, making it a great opportunity to compose music with vintage, analog drum sounds that aren't on a lot of records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAnd while you may think you want one for your studio, even if you can find one (thanks \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundgas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoundgas\u003c\/a\u003e!) they are actually very frustrating to use in a modern production session - so we suggest sticking to the samples! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e874 24bit WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(10) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean \u0026amp; Color versions of all samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog, 808 style Bass Drum, White Noise Snare Drum, Kraftwerk Claps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmons-esc Toms, 606 style Hi Hats and Crunchy Cymbals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery voice multi-sampled via parameters where possible (Pitch, Decay, Noise Blend and more)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClap sampled via round robin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through an API 1608 console, Apogee Symphony, and other class A recording gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Midi Groove template captures the MPC1's signature quantize \u0026amp; groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e125.5 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC1_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMPC1 - About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, with Macros for selecting clean \/ color, MPC1 parameters, and Clap round robin. (10) pre-made kits racks, and (1) groove clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ, FL Studio include: (54) individual hit and (10) kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: (10) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 \u0026amp; MPC2500 include: (10) 16 bit kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live \u0026amp; MPC X include: (10) 24 bit kits on 3 MPC Programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Midi \u0026amp; Ableton Groove Template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 or MPC2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live or MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21920082624596,"sku":"","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Art_657229ad-42f9-4c40-bfa8-79f078318942.jpg?v=1575003677"},{"product_id":"jupiter-drums-from-mars","title":"JUPITER DRUMS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Drum Hits Synthesized from Scratch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter Drums From Mars is a collection of raw, analog drum hits synthesized from scratch using the Jupiter 4 synthesizer, and captured cleanly through an API 1608 console with no processing or layering whatsoever. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in the late 70s, the JP-4 was Roland's first polyphonic synth, and it remains one of the most powerful and responsive synthesizers ever made. And while it's definitely capable of lush pads and epic chords, the Jupiter's wide variety of expressive controls also make it ripe for synthesizing powerful, analog drum hits reminiscent of Roland's early drum machines - but more unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Jupiter-Hands-Web.jpg?202\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound of the Jupiter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jupiter 4 is, in my opinion, not only the most raw sounding and punchy of the Jupiter series, but one of the most powerful polysynths ever made. It's one of the few polys that can sound as powerful as a mono when you play a bassline. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VCOs are massive sounding, and the filter (BA662), which can also be found on the Promars, SH-9 and other favorites, has a deeply musical resonance that provides classic zaps, odd harmonics and howling self-oscillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controls on this synth are some of the most expressive and responsive I've ever used. The envelopes are lightning fast, and the LFO can easily go into audio rate. Even the Keyboard Follow switch results in drastic changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Jupiter-Full.jpg?203\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chorus is beautiful, and can create a gigantic stereo image; unwieldy for most mixes = perfect for samples. And the VCA can go from clean, to smooth harmonic overdrive, to downright nasty distortion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of these offerings make the Jupiter 4 perfect for sculpting sweet, vintage analog drum hits that can easily be mistaken for some unknown vintage drum machine or rhythm box. The following demo has no processing other than a touch of reverb and delay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/632686818\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafting the Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating useable drums from a synth requires creativity, patience, and thinking outside of the box. The basic building block of drum hit synthesis begins with an oscillator whose pitch is modulated by an ADSR. Because the Jupiter doesn't have this modulation capability inherently, the first step was to actually to \u003cem\u003eturn off the oscillators, \u003c\/em\u003eand send the resonance into self oscillation, creating our own sine wave oscillator, whose pitch is controlled by the cutoff position of the filter. Now, the filter ADSR (which modulates the cutoff) is modulating the frequency of our resonant sine wave oscillator. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of pitch modulation synthesis is the foundation of the 808 and 909 bass drum, where the ADSR of the pitch (the filter envelope in our case), the ADSR of the VCA, the oscillator frequency (our filter cutoff) and VCA distortion all play a major role in shaping kicks. By using these controls to shape the wave, you can get massive sounding kicks without using any processing at all:  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/632678844%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-RmT9p\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEverything Else\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more drum hits, we started engaging other controls - turning on the noise for snares, adding the highpass filter for hi hats, and varying the resonance, cutoff and envelope to taste. By lengthening the decay we turned the hats into crazy, white noises crashes, adding Ensemble for that gigantic stereo sound. Then, we tightened up the release, slowed down the attack, and cranked the VCA , giving us gritty, 808 style maracas:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/632678829%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-axNpQ\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Processing Whatsoever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sculpting all of the drum hits, it was time to process everything. Except we didn't! The Jupiter 4 has such a rich character on its own (especially with that over-driveable VCA) that we wanted to keep this pack raw - so we left everything completely clean (ie: no subtractive processing), with no layering. In the same way an 808 or 909 is the ultimate building block to sculpt from, these sounds \u003cspan\u003e will shine if you choose to add your own processing to them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter synthesizing about 500 drum hits in this fashion, we spent weeks slicing and racking the results - taking notes, deleting hits, re-sampling, organizing, etc. This is simultaneously the hardest, most tedious, and most important part of the entire process. It's where the sample pack can become 50% better than it was before, only by taking things away, organizing, and making sense of it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we narrowed the sample count down to a 192 sample collection of sweet, analog drum hits, that could easily be mistaken for some rare, Roland drum machine that we got our hands on (the Jupiter Drum Machine From Mars?). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/797557233%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-kHQzf\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e192 24bit WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom, Analog drum hits synthesized from scratch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoland Bass Drums, Analog Snares, Cutting Claps, White Noise Hats, Cosmic Toms, Crashes, Percussion, Maracas, and Wonky FX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully analog white noise snaps, zaps and pops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSub bass kicks, distorted bells, whistles, lasers and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(13) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e108.3 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Jupiter_Drums_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?193\" title=\"About\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (13) additional pre-made kits racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ, FL Studio include: (21) Individual Hits and Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: (13) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (13) pre-made kits on 4 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (13) pre-made kits on 4 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e108.3 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28300759498836,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Jupiter.jpg?v=1575003671"},{"product_id":"sp-909-from-mars","title":"SP 909 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 909 Sampled into the SP1200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP1200 is one of the only samplers that can actually make the 909 sound better - or at least, \u003cem\u003edifferent\u003c\/em\u003e, in a way that may suit your productions better. Originally, I sampled my 909 as a means of having more control over it for my own productions - but I immediately fell in love with the grit, warmth and punch it added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, after using these sounds for the past year, I thought it'd be great to create a really minimal, excellent sounding sample pack out of this combo, recorded through our API console and ready for \u003cem\u003eyour\u003c\/em\u003e productions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SP-909-Web-Rect.jpg?215\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound of the SP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP1200 is the best sounding drum sampler I have ever heard - Its crunchy conversion, low bit rate, harmonic overdrive and aliased pitching can provide cutting, midrange grit, hardening your samples so they punch through a mix. This drive can then be smoothed out to varying degrees by beautiful sounding, analog SSM filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSampling a drum machine into a sampler will undoubtedly add many benefits (ease of use, portability, cost-effective) but with almost all samplers, your sampled sounds will be sonically inferior to the original drum machine. But sampling into the SP, transforms your sounds into a new drum machine that is on the same level sonically (although completely different sounding) than the drum machine you sampled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/676433642%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-gtixQ\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sound of the 909\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a reason the 909 has been sampled so many times - it sounds organic and alive, and its iconic sounds have defined dance music for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the 909 on its own can require a lot of processing, and sound a bit too familiar for many of us. Sampling into the SP, the 909 assumes a grimier character that requires less processing, and, thanks to the strangest tuning algorithm I've ever hard, suddenly becomes capable of more left-field 909 sounds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the 909 into the SP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith so many analog controls and such little memory on the SP, sampling the 909 might seem overwhelming at first. But it isn't, if you keep in mind this basic concept: tune the 909 so that all of its drum sounds play well together (so the toms go with the snare, the ride and crash work together, etc), before sampling them. Make sure to add a couple variations of attack, decay, tone and snappy while you're at it - but keep it simple. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SP-Web-Rect.jpg?215\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, determine how hot you want to run into the SP. Taking the direct outs of the 909, we slightly clipped the inputs - just enough for a touch of harmonic overdrive, without losing any punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we assign the filters for each voice. The SP 1200 has different lowpass filters on each output, and a pair of outputs with no filters. We opted to use the dynamic low pass on the Bass Drums, which meant the gritty attack cuts through in the mid range, but the sustain (which would otherwise sound dirty) is lowpassed, so it becomes smoother and more analog sounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other voices, it was as simple as using anything that sounded good on a certain voice - leaving a lot of things un-filtered (the snare, and hi hats, for example). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the SP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSampling the SP was straightforward: I wanted to use the exact same process sampling the SP 909 as I do using it in my productions - straight into the API 1608 console, a bit hot. Because it sounds so, so good. No compression, EQ, or any subtractive processing - just a great signal path, through Apogee Symphony Conversion into Pro Tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/API-Web-Rect.jpg?215\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll get 16 SP pitches for every 909 sound, so you have access to any tuning you'd ever need. In Ableton, an SP Tune macro will select these pitches for you. In Kontakt, Logic, Reason \u0026amp; SFZ, the pitches for each voice are mapped out chromatically. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer to keep things simple, you can load pre-made (8) 16x Hit kits of sounds that play really well together. These kits are included in all formats, and are a great way to get started playing the SP 909 quickly. They include a standard 909 kit (un-tuned), a bunch of tuned kits, a bass drum kit and a hi hat kit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of this makes for a simple but powerful SP 909 instrument, ready for your next production! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/676433642%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-gtixQ\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(304) 24bit SP 909 WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple versions of Bass Drum, Snare and Hi Hats with varying Attack, Decay, Tone \u0026amp; Snappy on the 909\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(16) SP 1200 pitches for every drum voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTR 909 sampled through an SP 1200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSP 1200 sampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(8) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(8) groove \u0026amp; midi files from the SP 1200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e71.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SP-909-From-Mars-About.rtf?220\" title=\"About\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (8) additional pre-made kits racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, and SFZ include: (25) Individual Hits and Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery \u0026amp; FL Studio include: (8) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (8) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (8) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e71.1 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29289251799124,"sku":"UKyJWv","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/SP-909-Art.jpg?v=1575003687"},{"product_id":"dr-bohm-from-mars","title":"DR BOHM FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe German Drum Machine That Was Way Ahead of its Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dr Bohm Digital Drums is a 13 bit, EPROM based drum machine produced in 1982 - '83. It features 25 different (you guessed it!) digital drum samples that pass through an excellent sounding filter. The sounds can be punched into the Bohm's \"humanized\" internal sequencer, which is groovy beyond belief and makes the Bohm capable of more complex and dynamic drum patterns than other machines of its time. Also, it looks like a typewriter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Bohm-Perf-Final_2.jpg?v=1576252655\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mystery of Dr Bohm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfo for these machines is sparse (especially for a non-German reader) and it seems the only consensus is that there's no consensus (if you have info, please let us know in the comments!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we do know is that the Digital Drums was created as a DIY drum machine kit by a company that began as Dr Bohm but shortly thereafter changed its name to Bohm, only to ultimately be re-badged by Hohner. The unit we sampled was a Hohner, but still says Bohm on the inside 😏\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Bohm2418_crop_temp_2_68e78707-d400-4169-b733-9cf6caef88c6.jpg?v=1576187969\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Bohm has been lovingly branded as the \"German Linndrum\", its sounds are actually a bit closer to an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lm1-from-mars\" title=\"LM-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLM1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dmx-from-mars\" title=\"DMX\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDMX\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drumulator-from-mars\" title=\"Drumulator\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrumulator\u003c\/a\u003e, but crunchier, as if they'd been sampled through an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sp-1200-from-mars\" title=\"SP1200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSP1200\u003c\/a\u003e. The samples themselves are crunchy and compressed, but not lo-fi. And they all pass through internally adjustable high and lowpass filters that cloak everything in warmth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut it's when you begin creating your own patterns with the Bohm's funky onboard sequencer that this machine really shines. It can sound almost like a 90s Hip Hop beat, despite being from a decade previous (note: the vinyl used here is for demonstration purposes only and is not included in the pack): \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uFIHDlpFjqY?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapturing the One Hits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dr. Bohm comes loaded with 25 unique samples, including a super warm and punchy bass drum, a crunchy snare, filtered snare, snare roll, an amazing rimshot, Kraftwerk sounding clap, bongos, congas and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also got our hands on the Dr's lesser known companion, which we're referring to as the Mini Bohm. The Mini Bohm is smaller in size - and it's noisier and grimier, which means the one hits are even dirtier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Bohm0812_crop_temp.jpg?249\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recorded all of these hits cleanly through our API 1608 console, to add a little console magic but preserve the warmth and filtering of the original machine. As a result, they're ripe for processing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sequencer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the drum hits are a big part of the sound, it's how they interact with the Bohm's highly intelligent, \"humanized\" sequencer that makes this drum machine so special. It comes loaded with funky factory patterns, crazy fills and breaks. Plus, you can program your own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D9iorKNsuYA?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut what's going on with the sequencer that makes the patterns so impossibly groovy? In the Dr's own words (or as close as our painstaking translation of the *PDF* manual could get us):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the so-called humanizer, the live character of an actual drummer is modeled by using a random generator - individual instrument stops are minimally delayed. For example: while the hand clap has a relatively large time delay and built-in chance of error, the bass drum's limits are set very tight.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHow cool is that? The Synth Doctors over at Bohm clearly put a lot of thought into this instrument, making every effort to build a drum sampler with character and style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the Patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the groove of this machine plays such an important role in its sound, we needed more than just the one hits. So we sampled 40 factory patterns, 40 factory fills, 40 custom patterns, and 40 stripped patterns, at various tempos ranging from 70 - 128 BPM. Everything was recorded cleanly through our API 1608 console, to match the sound of the one hits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe factory loops give you the original sound of the Bohm, while the custom patterns offer more intricate and modern sequences. The stripped patterns are minimal, de-constructed loops perfect for adding Bohm flavor to existing tracks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Bohm-straight-on_v2.jpg?v=1576261031\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything is Stereo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnlike most other rhythm boxes of its time, the Bohm offers stereo outputs, and part of its quirk is the way it (somewhat arbitrarily) splits the sounds across the stereo spectrum. The beauty of this is that it gives you options. You can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a wide stereo image that you can narrow to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMono sum the entire pattern,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate a single channel, effectively doubling the amount of patterns you have access to.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loops are the most authentic way to get the sound of the Bohm in your DAW. And although they don't quite have the flexibility of the one hits, with a bit of tuning, layering, and processing you can easily bring the Bohm patterns into your own sonic territory and this is where it really gets fun:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/708786058%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-7UDI0\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn total, the Dr Bohm From Mars will give you 160 Dr Bohm loops, 55 one-shot samples, and 40 midi grooves. The loops include factory, custom, fills, and stripped patterns from the Dr. Bohm, while one-hits have been sampled from both the Dr Bohm and Mini Bohm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/BohmFlow4_2d099532-31d6-407c-9bba-afd34e2d7f3c.gif?v=1576253052\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo does the Dr Bohm deserve the nickname \"The German LinnDrum\"? We think it deserves even better. In building an over-engineered rhythm box, the Bohm was perhaps too ahead of its time to achieve commercial success but this is what makes it so charming, under-rated and ripe for an awesome sample pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/917411428%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-3X3hF\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(215) 24bit WAV Samples (55 one-shots, 160 loops)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrum Hits include: bass drum, snare, snare roll, snare filtered, snare brush, hi hats, rim, clap, congas, bongos, toms, maraca, tambourine, crash, ride, woodblock, clave and cowbell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory patterns, fills, custom and stripped patterns loops range from 70 - 128 BPM \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled cleanly through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(40) Ableton Grooves of the Factory Patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(40) MIDI clips of the Factory Patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e277.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Dr_Bohm_From_Mars_About.rtf?246\" title=\"About\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (2) drum racks containing individual hits, (8) audio tracks hosting all patterns and fills as clips, and (4) drum racks with all patterns and fills on separate pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoops include formatting for WAV, REX2, Apple Loops, and Kontakt slices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt includes (2) Individual Hits instruments and (4) Loops instruments with Beat Machine enabled for syncing loops to a host tempo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic, Reason, FL Studio and SFZ include: (2) Individual Hits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine \u0026amp; Battery include: (4) Individual Hits kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (2) Individual Hits kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (2) Individual Hits kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"SAMPLES FROM MARS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31068701032532,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Dr-Bohm-Art.jpg?v=1573241524"},{"product_id":"mpc2000-snacks-from-mars","title":"MPC2000 SNACKS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Drum Samples \u0026amp; Grooves From the Legendary Sampler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e96x MPC drum samples and 29 midi grooves created with the legendary MPC2000xl. Drums have been sourced from vinyl and drum machines, filtered, clipped and edited in the MPC, processed to perfection with an Overstayer modular channel, and mapped to your favorite DAWs and samplers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC00080.jpg?v=1592238853\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Contest Winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this pack, we ran a contest  - whoever can create the best track using only the MPC2000 Snacks samples for drums, wins an MPC2000XL and free samples for life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter extensively reviewing 600+ submissions, we spent weeks narrowing down the results, with 7 judges ultimately choosing a winner who demonstrated an expertise in drum programming and music production, and showed off a healthy selection of the samples, while creating a catchy, super musical and understated track that can easily stand on its own regardless of this competition: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/837635584%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-PilR0U2fkjD\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe winner, Balanx, is an electronic music producer \/ audio engineer based in Romania\/Europe. In his own words:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"In the making of the track, I've used Ableton Live and a recently purchased Push2 Controller, basically following the learning curve of the Push2. I've started with programming the drums pattern, using the MPC2000 Snacks From Mars, which made me super inspired, afterwards adding various chords, bits and pieces, mostly using Ableton's Simpler device and stock effects (reverbs, delays, autopan). After I had all tracks coming together, I started arranging, automatizing stuff and mixing.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Finalists\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe received SO many outstanding tracks that we created an entire album with our favorites. The truth is, ANY of these contestants could have won the MPC - the tracks are all outstanding in different ways and showcase a wide variety of genres and productions from all over the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1068608326%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-gj3mxVv0V1W\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach soundcloud track description includes a short artist bio, and information on how they created their track. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the competition was a lot of work for everybody involved, it was extremely rewarding and inspiring to connect with so many producers worldwide, give away an MPC, and hear how are samples are being used in people's music. Until the next one! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1068608326%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-gj3mxVv0V1W\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc; line-break: anywhere; word-break: normal; overflow: hidden; white-space: nowrap; text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; font-weight: 100;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\" title=\"Samples From Mars\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSamples From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\/sets\/mpc2000-snacks-from-mars\" title=\"MPC2000 Snacks From Mars Competition Finalists\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMPC2000 Snacks From Mars Competition Finalists\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e96x 24bit WAV MPC2000 drum samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x pre-mapped 16x hit drum kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29 Midi \u0026amp; AGR Groove Files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(96) 24bit WAV MPC2000 drum samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(6x) pre-mapped 16x hit drum kit instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(29) Midi \u0026amp; AGR Groove Files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, in the same order as the kits \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, Reason Kong, Maschine, Battery, FL Studio and SFZ include: (6) Kits Instruments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (6) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC2000 \u0026amp; MPC5000 includes: (6) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (6) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77.6 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC2000, MPC5000, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77.6 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32208185229396,"sku":"PbN4ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/ArtworkNew-MPC2000WEB.jpg?v=1625156714"},{"product_id":"mpc3000-from-mars","title":"MPC3000 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Drums From the Classic MPC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking its debut in 1994 during the golden age of hip hop, the MPC3000 was the second and last collaboration between Roger Linn and Akai. It expanded on the MPC60 most notably with stereo, 16 bit sampling, a delay, and an excellent sounding filter with brilliant resonance and envelope modulation. Together with its signature sequencer groove and clippable input, this made the 3000 perfect for early 90s drum shaping,  and became a genre-defining staple for producers like Dilla, Dr. Dre, and a multitude of lesser known Hip Hop, House and Techno producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC3k_web.jpg?v=1589989163\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we Sampled Through the 3000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sampled a wide variety of electronic and acoustic drums and percussion, along with some vinyl, carefully clipping, tuning and filtering on the MPC along the way. Processing sounds with additional hardware on the way in and out of the MPC, we aimed for a balance of color, tone, punch, and weight: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/823973146%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-PDKOR7878Vk\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor our electronic drum sounds, we went straight to the source, plugging in classics like the 505, 626, 707, 808, 909, CR78, LM1, Lindrum Drumulator, and DMX, and recent acquisitions like the Minipops, an RZ1, OP1, Tempest, Kawai K1, ASR-10, M1, various Eurorack modules and Machinedrum. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe got everything from polite and punchy drums:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/823984462%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-TfWCGIB1DrE\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo fat, distorted madness: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/818307346%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-sAxRfyN0kUE\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor acoustic drums and percussion, we recorded a lot of stuff that lives in our studio - shakers, cabasas, hi hats, cymbals, clap, and kicks, rims and snares from our 1960s Rogers drum kit - with a vintage U87, Coles 4038, and Sennheiser MD 441. By editing these sounds in the MPC, the goal here was to blur the lines between electronic and acoustic sounds: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/818358202%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-IDOUCpCsmNT\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sampling Setup\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur process sampling the 3000 lasted months, and comprised of arduous sessions followed by extensive editing, organizing, deleting and repeating. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe setup was centered around the MPC and our API console. From the beginning, we knew we wanted this pack to be heavily processed, since a lot of our recent libraries have been pretty clean. So we grabbed our favorite compressors, saturators, EQs and pres. You can read the full gear list \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC3000_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1590101908\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC01140_web.jpg?v=1589983553\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy using aux sends, busses, and multiple channels on our console, we devised a complex signal chain of EQs, saturators, compressors, and tube preamps that we could switch into series or parallel quite easily. For each sound, we'd start with everything bypassed, and one by one, turn on only the processing we deemed necessary. This was mostly on the way into the MPC. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling into the MPC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording into the 3000 with our trusty hum eliminator, we adjusted the input to taste. Going clean will give you the biggest transients, while hitting the AD a little hot will give you a huge amount of sustain and loudness. But too much, and you've ruined your sample. it's a precise game we play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy engaging the lowpass filter and perfecting the resonance amount, envelope modulation amount, and filter decay, we were able to take even the dirtiest sounding drums from the processing above, and clean them up a bit. So, even though the processing was heavy handed, the samples retain their definition, with a huge amount of character:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/818456026%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-QRZKkHgs7WD\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePutting it all together\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end we captured around 2,200 individual samples, and narrowed these down into a separate folder of (20) 16x hit kits for easy jamming. We also created (29) midi groove files based on the 3000's amazing sequencer. Try sequencing synths with them - it's magic. Finally, we mapped both the individual hits and kits to various DAWs and samplers. In Ableton, a macro will select the type of sample and various MPC tunings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC3K-Wav-Gif-1-5sec.gif?v=1590082812\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Takeaway\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3000 seems to be the perfect combination of sound and features in an MPC. While the 60 is indeed fatter sounding, it lacks the filter - which I consider vital to the MPC sound. And while the 2000 has more features, it is a bit colder in sound, with a smaller image. The 3000 sits perfectly in between these MPCs.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut none of these MPCs sounds \u003cem\u003ebetter\u003c\/em\u003e than the next, and don't let anybody tell you otherwise. They just sound different. So as far as sample packs go, it's really valuable to have access to all three, depending on the vibe you're after. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"430\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1049337409%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-IwYbUg5THEE\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2203) 24bit MPC 3000 WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(20) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(29) midi groove files from the MPC 3000 sequencer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuned versions of BD Subs, Tonal Toms and Percussion hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrum machines, acoustic drums and percussion and vinyl hits, meticulously sampled and processed through an API console and array of hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass Drum, Rims, Claps, Snaps, Various Percussion, Tones, Toms, Bongos, Cymbals and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKorg Minipops, Casio RZ-1, DSI Tempest, TE OP-1, Octave The Cat, Kawai K1, ASR-10, Eurorack Modular, Volca Kick, Korg M1, 808, 909, LM1, DMX, and much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e336.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MPC3000_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1590101908\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (20) additional pre-made kits racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, and SFZ include: (315) Individual Hits Instruments and (20) Kits Instruments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, FL Studio and Reason Kong include: (20) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC3000 includes: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e336.1 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC3000, MPC Live, MPC X \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32268484018260,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-MPC3000.jpg?v=1593532815"},{"product_id":"wendel-from-mars","title":"WENDEL FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Vintage Drum Replacer, Transformed into a Drum Machine Pack\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking its debut in 1984, the Wendel Jr. was a lighting-fast drum replacer featuring acoustic drum and percussion samples engineered by Roger Nichols. Based on its $80,000 predecessor (simply known as the Wendel), the Jr. featured the same sounds - most famously used (and created specifically) for bringing Steely Dan’s Gaucho drum sounds to life during failed studio sessions. Ultimately the Wendel itself was awarded a platinum record for \"his\" contribution, and the Jr. featured on numerous hits, from country to rock and disco. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wendel emphatically stated it was not a drum machine, and instead intended to replace drum machines' \"horrible\" sounds. But since we \u003cem\u003elove\u003c\/em\u003e drum machines, we decided to turn it into one, sourcing 20 of the original cartridges and creating the most extensive multi-sample Wendel pack in existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Wendel-Edit-Web.jpg?v=1596135777\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sounds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wendel claims to have some of the best drums and percussion ever recorded. That is likely an overstatement. But it \u003cem\u003eis\u003c\/em\u003e packed with interesting, useable, and downright quirky acoustic hits. We've got the classic \"Heart\" kick and snare, plus 2 more snares, a snare echo, rimshot, hi hats, cowbells, toms, duck quacks, explosions, and more. Above all else, the Wendel is unique and FUN: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1101353902%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-8qkJ5855IzK\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=true\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"380\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sampling Process\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wendel was known for being clean - boasting hi fidelity, digital samples with no EQ - unlike most drum machines of the time, whose sounds were often recorded to tape first. So naturally, we followed suit, preserving the original transients and punch by recording directly into our Apogee Symphony MKII converter. The original samples were recorded at 50 kHz, so we set our sample rate to 96k.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC01268.jpg?v=1595446601\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front panel tuning control on the Wendel offers a 2 octave range, so we sampled 24 pitches for each voice, doing the best we could with these tiny tuners! Each sample was then carefully trimmed to maintain the machine’s inherent timing, with the Wendel triggered via audio pulse from an ERM multi clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting Colorful\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clean samples are a chance for us to preserve the integrity of what we sample, without injecting our own philosophies. Conversely, the color samples are an opportunity to do whatever we want! And since Mr. Nichols was so adamant about not using tape or EQ, we immediately reached for our EQs and tape machine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal of the processing was to get the Wendel on tape, add flavor, hype the transient, raise the sustain, and capture varying degrees of aggression. We wanted a fast, solid state sound, and only used tubes on the Toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/wendel_color0526_cd58d740-c933-4834-b65c-a87703cc319f.jpg?v=1596211517\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile each voice was treated somewhat differently, the basic process was:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEQ -\u0026gt; Saturation -\u0026gt; Compression \/ Transient Design -\u0026gt; Tape (15 IPS) -\u0026gt; Gate \/ Filter -\u0026gt; EQ.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first EQ prepared the sound for the saturator (namely, removing bass or boosting mid-range, so it saturates more pleasantly). The saturator raises the sustain, but at the expense of punch, so we compressed after the saturation, often in parallel. The compression exaggerates the attack (that will be reduced by the tape machine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the tape machine, we used our SSL gate on everything, further shaping the attack and release. The filter was used after the tape machine on the Kick, to have a darker sustain that wasn't covered in tape hiss. The final EQ was used to add more bass after the tape machine (another extremely important trick). You can read more about all of the gear we used \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Wendel_From_Mars_-_About_2da3a67f-c614-44ea-b9e8-b9fa682622e8.rtf?v=1637769891\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately we captured 20 unique drum voices with 24 pitches each. For each drum sound you'll get 1-3 processed versions of every pitch. In total this amounts to 1536 samples, which have been broken down into 7x 16 hit kits for easier use, and mapped to various DAWs and samplers. In Ableton, a master drum rack has macros for changing the Wendel's tuning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Wendel_Rack.png?v=1595447003\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, are the sounds some of the best recordings of acoustic drums and percussion ever, as Mr. Nichols claims? Probably not. but they are extremely well recorded, vintage acoustic drums and percussion sounds with loads of flavor and fun for all types of genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its explosions, duck quacks, echos, and unbeatable snares, the Wendel offers a unique take on rare 80s drum sounds that just aren't being used on many records anymore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1536) 24bit WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and processed versions for all hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(7) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(24) Multi-sampled pitches for Kick, 4 Snares, 4 Cowbells, Echo, Cross Stick, Block, Hi Hats, Ducks (Guiros), Tom, Explosion, and Handclaps.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll samples from the original Wendel Jr. cartridges\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e166.7 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Wendel_From_Mars_-_About_2da3a67f-c614-44ea-b9e8-b9fa682622e8.rtf?v=1637769891\" title=\"About\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (7) additional pre-made kits racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, and SFZ include: (64) Individual Hits Instruments and (7) Kits Instruments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, FL Studio and Reason Kong include: (7) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (7) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (7) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e7 MB Unzipped (44.1k)Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e166.7 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"stylebot\" style=\"top: 0; height: 100%; position: fixed; z-index: 100000000; line-height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"stylebot\" style=\"top: 0; height: 100%; position: fixed; z-index: 100000000; line-height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"stylebot\" style=\"top: 0; height: 100%; position: fixed; z-index: 100000000; line-height: 20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32569344950356,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-WendelFromMars.jpg?v=1606453187"},{"product_id":"tom-from-mars","title":"TOM FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory \u0026amp; Custom Drums From the Drumtraks Younger Brother\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tom, also known as the Model 420 (😉), is an 8 bit drum machine released in 1985. It is the younger sibling of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drumtrax-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrumtraks\u003c\/a\u003e, and offers up the same style of crunchy, early digital drum sounds that we've come to love. It is an 80s funk machine in a small, lightweight package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/TOM_SECO_copy.jpg?v=1606492401\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Factory Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory drum sounds are likely sourced from an acoustic kit, and sound similar to the Drumtraks, but while the Drumtraks likely stole samples from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lm1-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eits predecessors\u003c\/a\u003e, the Tom's samples are seemingly original - closest perhaps to a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/samples-from-mars.myshopify.com\/products\/dmx-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/samples-from-mars.myshopify.com\/products\/dmx-from-mars\"\u003eDMX\u003c\/a\u003e, but more Lo-Fi. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless, the kit just SMACKS and is great for less obvious, semi-acoustic sounding drum machine sounds. We captured 16 of the original sounds, at all 32 pitches, cleanly into our API console and Apogee Symphony MKII. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Custom Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut while the factory drums are great, they can only take you so far. So we loaded our TOM with custom EPROMs, starting with like-minded machines like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lm1-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLM1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLindrum\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drumulator-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrumulator\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/727-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e727\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dmx-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDMX\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dx-from-mars?variant=14068772870\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDX\u003c\/a\u003e, but eventually grabbing analog sounds like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tr-909-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e909\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cr-78-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCR78\u003c\/a\u003e and more). We also sampled a bunch of percussion and FX, ranging from standard to downright quirky, but still useable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/935160355%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-HfMr9JekVdu\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=true\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe selectively processed hits with EQ, compression and saturation, and again captured all 32 pitches for each voice. These custom drum sounds comprise the bulk of the TOM From Mars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/TOM_Desk-2.jpg?v=1606492548\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tom's Charm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charm of the TOM comes from its primitive, digital conversion that adds strangle harmonics and dirt to each sound. Combined with a wonky pitch system (these are definitely not semitones!), the results are classic drum machines with a strange twist. An extra flavor that helps the hits stand out, punch through a mix, and probably have people asking you - \"How'd you process those drums?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/TOM_Wendel_Web.jpg?v=1606413465\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total we captured almost 4,000 TOM sounds - that's 121 unique hits, at 32 pitches each. But don't stress - we broke this down into 14 pre-made, easily digestible kits comprised of 16 sounds each. For more tech specs, you can read \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/TOM_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1606335486\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a machine that'd been on our wishlist for a while, and I'm really happy to finally make it available for everybody. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/935160355%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-HfMr9JekVdu\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc; line-break: anywhere; word-break: normal; overflow: hidden; white-space: nowrap; text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; font-weight: 100;\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" title=\"Samples From Mars\" href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSamples From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" title=\"TOM From Mars\" href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\/tom-from-mars\/s-HfMr9JekVdu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTOM From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(3872) 24bit TOM WAV Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(14) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e121 unique drum sounds, with 32 multi-sampled pitches for each sound\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory sounds plus custom EPROMS with samples from LM1, Lindrum, Drumulator, DMX, DX, CR78, 606, 808, 909 and more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass Drums, Snares, Rims, Claps, Percussion, Cymbals, Various Percussion, Various FX, Cowbells, and more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e239.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/TOM_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1606335486\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (14) additional pre-made kits racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (105) Individual Hits Instruments and (14) Kits Instruments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, Reason Kong include: (14) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (14) pre-made kits on 4 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (14) pre-made kits on 4 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e239.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e239.1 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37604323983550,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-TOMFromMars.jpg?v=1606453183"},{"product_id":"minipops-snacks-from-mars","title":"MINIPOPS SNACKS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Classic Rhythm Box: Twisted \u0026amp; Mangled Through FX \u0026amp; Tape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens when you combine the Minipops SR-120 analog drum machine with an H3000, Space Echo, and tape machine? We aren’t entirely sure either... but it sounds otherworldly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F0NafrqvDI8?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eReleased in 1976, the Minipops has a wonderfully analog sound, and sports a bigger kick drum than any other rhythm box we’ve heard (and we’ve heard quite a few).\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/minipops_small_3d14dc75-c3f2-4963-b6f5-04f6f0482ed4.jpg?v=1623869036\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting Weird With it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe wanted to bring the Minipops into the future, so we pumped it through a variation of truly unhinged pitching, delays, and modulation effects on our H3000 and printed it to tape, re-pitching the results for deeper kicks, slo-mo beats and frantic grooves:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1069947907%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-dtJqsqCqvD2\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThese samples are nothing like what you’d expect from an early rhythm box. The drums drip, stretch and blast out of your speakers like some strange creature from a B-movie! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1069945648%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-biMnQl6NyOi\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with 64 loops created with this monstrous chain, we meticulously isolated the best one shots to make 5 16x hit kits - including a clean kit along with the processed, so you can still experience that original Minipops goodness! Or you can just keep it weird: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1069945966%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-3S6nc11CgHS\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1273459048%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-3sRiAZppNnM\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"350\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(64) Demented \u0026amp; deranged Minipops drum loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(80) One Shot Minipops drum hits, including 16 clean sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Shots are organized into (5) 16x hit kits\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(144) Total samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed though an H3000 \u0026amp; Space Echo, and Otari 1\/4\" Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e235 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Minipops_Snacks_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1624469214\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (5) pre-made kits racks, and 64 loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, and SFZ include: (5) Kits Instruments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (5) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e235 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39985160454334,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-MinipopsSnacksFromMars.jpg?v=1623954927"},{"product_id":"private-reserve-from-mars","title":"PRIVATE RESERVE FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Hybrid Acoustic and Electronic Kit Unlike Any Other Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Private Reserve \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eis a stash of production-ready drum samples sourced from our in-house acoustic drum kit, various percussion, and my own music sessions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always looking to add diversity to the \u003ca title=\"all-the-samples\" href=\"\/products\/all-products-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSFM collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and have been getting a lot of requests to sample our in-house acoustic drum kit (a beautiful, late 60s Rogers). So we did just that - recording one-shots of the entire kit (plus all of our studio percussion) directly to tape, processing, and re-sampling the results through various devices (like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/mpc3000-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMPC3000\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/sp-1200-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSP1200\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/dr-sample-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSP404\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Private-Reserve-Email.jpg?v=1637680973\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe then combined these sounds with a smattering of electronic samples used in my own music - the goal here being to provide more production-ready, effected electronic sounds than our classic drum machine packs can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1162581382\u0026amp;color=%23d2ba91\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter combining, sorting, and processing all of the sounds to our heart's content, everything was pieced back together to form a hybrid, acoustic-electronic drum library, unlike any other pack we’ve ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1162581382\u0026amp;color=%23d2ba91\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(442) WAV samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(10) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique electronic\/acoustic hybrid drum samples\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed through an Eventide H3000 and various outboard saturators and compressors\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrispy hi-hats, stacked cymbals, rides and crashes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToms, udus, djembes, and congas for any style or genre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinger snaps, hand claps, tambourines, and shakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through an Apogee Symphony MKII and API 1608\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e247.5 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Private_Reserve_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1637702506\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits Rack containing all drum samples, and (10) pre-made Kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (11) Individual Hits presets, and (10) Drum Kits presets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (10) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (10) pre-made kits on 3 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (10) pre-made kits on 3 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e247.5 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40938353328318,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-PrivateReserveFromMars.jpg?v=1637684835"},{"product_id":"vinyl-drums-from-mars","title":"VINYL DRUMS FROM MARS","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcoustic Drums \u0026amp; Percussion Cut To Vinyl and Sampled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVinyl Drums From Mars is a collection of acoustic drum and percussion one hits created from scratch, cut to vinyl and sampled. Our most epic project to date, this pack is a love letter to the art of sampling, and pays tribute to the classic and irresistible sound of drums sampled off of vinyl. You'll get everything from clean, dead and dry, classic vinyl drums, to dusty and degraded, dirty and effected, and completely unexpected sounds.... All royalty free, of course 😉.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NKmB59kzQZY?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sound of Vinyl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDrums sampled off of vinyl changed the landscape of music forever after - laying the groundwork for hip hop, house and countless other sample-based music styles. It's true that the sound of vinyl can bring many benefits - it can harden a funk snare into a hip hop hit, add dust, flavor, and lovely noise which allows drums to cut through a mix. Like tape, it's a medium that can just make things sound \"better\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/holding_vinyl_web.jpg?v=1657831599\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBut unfortunately, sampling vinyl comes with many drawbacks. Often in a piece of music, you're limited to just one or two isolated drum hits (good luck finding cymbals) that probably don't fully decay before another element comes in. That open snare you found probably had other tracks playing on top of it which increased the noise floor (admittedly cool sometimes). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlus, you're digging through the same records as others, so it can be difficult to find fresh sounds that haven’t already been sampled (or that won’t land you with a pricy lawsuit 😱). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecording the Source Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur goal was to capture the magic of vinyl drum one hits without being constrained by these limitations. We chose to create a record of only acoustic sounds, because it allowed us to sculpt everything from scratch, physically, by tuning drums, hitting them certain ways, and capturing everything through mics to tape, thus achieving the highest possible quality and image. We also love the idea of constraints: How can we create a diverse vinyl library from only our in-house drums and percussion? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur vintage late 1960s Rogers kit (20” kick, 16” floor tom, 13” rack tom) is one of the best sounding drum kits we’ve ever heard. It sounds punchy and tight, and has a huge amount of character. (Hey, we did try 8 drum kits before buying it!).  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/87_room.jpg?v=1657827046\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBeing inspired by funk records and the people who sampled them, we knew the Rogers was ideal. First, we multi-sampled the kit cleanly, as it'd be played in a session (letting the drums ring off each other), using an array of vintage and modern microphones, tracking through tube preamps, into our API 1608, to tape, and finally the computer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe took the bottom heads off of the kick and toms to get the purest fundamental tone, mic'ing it from underneath with dynamic mics for the main body of the sound, and then blending that with an overhead condenser, for the tone of the drum. Mic'ing the inside of the drum gives us maximum isolation from the top of the toms, which allows the overhead to blend seamlessly (no phasing or overlapping frequencies). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThen, we captured all of the percussion in our studio to complete the transcription of our in-house setup. This included all types of shakers, 2 tambourines, 2 cowbells, 2 woodblocks, 3 claves, a triangle, sticks, snaps, and claps, tracked with a vintage MD421, U87, and a Coles 4038. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cabasa-87.jpg?v=1657820473\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce we'd achieved a solid, dry kit, we set out to create a grab bag of one-off drum hits, going for the widest variety of sounds possible, \u003c\/span\u003eusing different snares, tunings, cymbals, sticks, muffling etc. We de-tuned heads, flipped drums upside-down, brought snares into the bathroom, stacked cymbals on each other and drums, used dry erase markers instead of sticks - you get the picture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cymbal-Stack-CC-Final.jpg?v=1657894634\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThen, we processed selections of these sounds to our heart's delight, seeking to recreate the strange, often over-processed sound of vinyl drums and their inherent artifacts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur goal here was also to explore how different types of processing would take to the vinyl medium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Mastering Sessions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMonths later, we had everything we needed, and sequenced all of the drum hits, along with some extra silence (for vinyl static) into two-track bounces. We volume-ized every hit, to achieve different levels of vinyl noise floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThen, we headed to two different mastering studios and cut the acetates cleanly, with no processing, to preserve the intended (and wide-ranging) dynamics and color of the already sculpted (or purposefully un-sculpted) sounds. This was a completely different process than the engineers were used to, as we weren't optimizing music for playback on different systems (they probably thought our record sounded really boring tbh!). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: none;\" data-id=\"23523\" data=\"scmBannerSlider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCutting the Acetate, or \"Dub Plate\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn acetate, also referred to as a \"dub plate\" by DJs, is a test pressing that the artist can listen to, to approve the record for production. What's special about these acetates is that they are cut with a lathe, rather than pressed, and because the material is more fragile, they degrade a bit with each play, which is exactly what we wanted for this project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe cut (2) 12” 45 RPM records to emulate the higher quality sound and deeper bass of 12” singles that only have one or two tracks per side, and sampled the results cleanly\u003c\/span\u003e through mastering grade conversion for the cleanest possible transcription of the first play of the acetate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSampling the Vinyl In-House\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt's great to sample a record cleanly, but it's way more interesting to see how many ways you can change (and F*#K up) the sound of the acetate physically. You can wear it out (playing it 30 times!) and hear all types of degradation. But you can also manipulate the speed of the turntable, changing the fundamental frequency of drum sounds to add a huge amount of diversity to the sample collection. And, by controlling the record by hand, you can and add pitch modulation to create all sorts of blips, vinyl FX, and percussive artifacts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/turntable-manipulate.jpg?v=1657820473\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwapping out Cartridges, Phono Stages and Turntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe first way the sound of the record is captured is by the needle (essentially a microphone), so it stands to reason that different needles can affect the sound greatly. For our clean cartridge, we used an Ortofon 2M Red, with a dedicated phono preamp, to capture the punchiest dynamics possible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBut while these hits had punch, they lacked the classic distortion on kicks, hats and snares, that help turn an acoustic hit into a hardened Hip Hop hit. So we turned to our trusty Shure M447, which gave us lovely low end distortion we've come to love on so many records. We used 3 different turntables here, and paired them with various DJ mixers, both low and hi-end. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Shure-M44.jpg?v=1657740034\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePost-Processing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEarlier, we selected drum hits to process before the vinyl was cut, but now it was time to experiment with processing the vinyl itself - which turned out to be quite a different sound! Processes like compression and gates dynamically accentuated the vinyl noise at the attack or sustain (depending on settings), while the EQ colored the vinyl hiss, creating a \"warmer\" sound. And recording the record through tubes and to tape somehow made the drums sound even more analog 🤤\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/2500-comp.jpg?v=1657741216\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbsolute Vinyl Destruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt's no secret that part of the fun of sampling vinyl is the inherent instability of the process - the degradation, clicks, pops and scratches specific to that record you picked out in the store contribute to its sound. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNo vinyl one shot library would be complete without this dirt! \u003c\/span\u003eSo, after we let the record wear out, we got to work on degrading it IRL 😅. We started out methodically, with a sponge and sandpaper, but gradually became more bold, throwing the record on the ground, scratching it with the studio cactus, getting a local skater to do a couple tricks on it, running it over with a car ...and somehow a bulldozer 🤠. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/ryan-throw.jpg?v=1657820472\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt turns out the random scratches were the best. While the constant noise from the sandpaper gave everything the same bright, distorted character, the random scratches that happened \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eserendipitously at the right time (in the attack or decay) proved to be the coolest. This part of the process was all about the happy accidents, which makes sense, as that's what happens to a real record as it makes its way through the world to your local record store. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/damaged-sl1210.jpg?v=1657820472\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReining it all back in\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome 7 months later (!!), we set out to cull, sort and group our favorite hits into something more manageable than the 10,0000 samples we'd acquired along the way. This is simultaneously the most tedious, important and artistic part of the process - knowing what part of the painting to frame! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUsing Ableton macros to select folders of samples, we jammed with everything for weeks, grouping inspiring sounds into 16 hit kits, with the goal of bringing you on the sonic journey we just described. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese kits take you through the classic, clean and dry (essentially, our in-house Rogers kit), genre inspired funk and cosmic rock kits, pitched, degraded, effected, and vinyl FX kits.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1305269626%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-xp9jyUoBiV6\u0026amp;color=%23161a1c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe purposefully left heads and tails on the samples to stay true to the sound of the vinyl and the acoustic drums. The heads capture the pre-attack of the air moved by the drummer’s arm before they strike the snare, and the tails preserve the integrity of the vinyl noise floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe long heads will also give you an inherent groove (much like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lm1-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLM1\u003c\/a\u003e does), and you can manipulate the timing of the samples to compensate \u003c\/span\u003eif you want them tighter on the grid\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe long tails will create a sense of air between sequenced hits, essentially \"connecting\" your drum hits in a way that only vinyl can. If you choose to tighten up the decay, you'll get even punchier results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReady for your Samplers and DAWs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eComing in at a total of 980 drum samples, we've created (20) 16x hit kits, all of which are ready for Ableton, Logic, Reason, FL Studio, Battery, Maschine, and Kontakt. For Ableton users, we even decided to keep a simplified version of the initial individual hits rack, so you can easily select between different recording formats and sounds (don’t worry non-Ableton users, all those samples are also included in the WAVs folder).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl-Racks.gif?v=1657658461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe've also included the Ableton session and WAV of the music from the video, which we created by sequencing these drum sounds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd of course, we formatted everything for MPC 1000, MPC X, One and Live, including our first Expansion Pack, as well as included 16Bit simplified WAV files, so you can load these vinyl one shots onto your sampler like the pioneers of sampling. Who knows, just like the Lindrum and other iconic 80s drum machines used acoustic source material, you might create an instant classic drum sound by using these in your samplers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRe-imagining the Possibilities of Vinyl Samples\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis pack can serve as a vinyl library transcription of the acoustic drums and percussion from the Samples From Mars studio, recorded both cleanly and wildly manipulated. A swiss army knife of royalty-free vinyl one-shots, this is our most unique and analog sample pack to date. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese drums are ready for a wide variety of genres, ranging from classic funk kits to dusty, distorted drums, cosmic rock and even pseudo-electronic sounding kits. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe blend of modern and vintage sounds makes this pack sound nothing like anything we’ve ever released. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe learned a lot making this pack and hopefully have been able to share some of that knowledge here. It was eye opening to see just how far we could take vinyl drum samples outside of what's possible when just digging through crates. We also fell in love with the medium of vinyl during the process… so without giving too much away let’s say the future looks dusty 😉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1468368274%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-7ikIw8k6O37\u0026amp;color=%23161a1c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(981) royalty-free vinyl drum samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(20) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDemo WAV and Ableton session included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHits range from clean and dry, crisp and classic, to distorted, pitched, effected, dusty and degraded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTypes of sounds: Kicks, snares, toms, cymbals, snaps, claps, tambourines, shakers, various percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGear used: Eventide H3000, SE70, Overstayer Saturator, DBX 160a, Summit TPA 200B, Ibanez UE 400 and more\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTracked to 1\/4\" tape on Otari MTR-12 and MX-5050\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecorded through an Apogee Symphony MKII and API 1608\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e661.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_Drums_From_Mars_-_About_5157927d-06c1-4d5f-aec1-42b523e678c7.rtf?v=1657894011\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits Rack containing all drum samples, and (20) pre-made Kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton demo session, and master WAV bounce of the original demo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (47) Individual Hits presets, and (20) Drum Kits presets\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (20) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (20) pre-made kits on 6 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (20) pre-made kits on 6 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Expansion pack included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e661.6 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41531103445182,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Vinyl-From-Mars-Web.jpg?v=1657210714"},{"product_id":"mr10-from-mars","title":"MR10 FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Overlooked Analog Rhythm Box From 1982\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe MR10 is an unassuming powerhouse of a rhythm machine. It's simple, funky, and has lots of lovely pulsing noise due to its small power supply. Sounding something like a more tune-able \u003ca title=\"808\" href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e crossed with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/cr-78-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCR-78,\u003c\/a\u003e it feels like a missing link in the canon of analog drum machines. Familiar, yet still in a class of its own and almost totally untapped by producers. This pack contains every possible one-shot as well as our favorite loops at a couple different tunings - so now you can use this weirdo machine in your music!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/18wwDdBpgj8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased by Yamaha in 1982 as part of a line of budget producer gear, it's the only analog drum machine they've ever manufactured, and it truly seems to have been released and then forgotten, perhaps due to its limited functionality. To be frank, it sounds incredible, but this little box is a (fun) pain to use. We wanted to give these awesome drums their time to shine and make them accessible and usable in a way that the original machine never was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MR10-Email-Campaign-B.jpg?v=1660919429\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Shots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording one-shots was an interesting challenge, as the MR10 has only 5 one-shot pads: Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Hi Tom, Low Tom and Cymbal. However, within the loops are various other sounds - closed hats, open hats, various percs and snare combos. To get these, we recorded the loops at the slowest possible tempo and used the volume controls to get every possible one-shot out of the MR10. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recorded each hit at 6 different exact pitches (except for the bass drum which isn't tune-able), and captured the clean and color versions with the same recording chain as the loops, so they will all integrate perfectly when combined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1320177649%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-cYnL7aZms50\u0026amp;color=%237a7a7a\u0026amp;inverse=false\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;show_user=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting Loopy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor loops, we knew we had to narrow down the tunings and tempos if we were ever going to get a usable pack, so we settled on 100bpm for the tempo of all the loops. We then found the most usable tunings for each pattern, including some higher and lower tunings. We got the direct clean loops, recorded using a Radial J-DI into our API1608 into the Apogee Symphony MKII. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe then did a color variation of the loops using the Summit TPA-200B tube pre-amp, the Overstayer NT-02A, API 2500 Compressor, and DBX 165A, finally printing them to tape using our Otari MTR12 1\/4\" 2 track tape machine to bring out some of the modern bite that is possible with these sounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor both of these, we made sure to print some \"stripped\" versions - loops with no kick drum - to use in layering. We also captured 4 MIDI grooves from these loops, so you can apply the feel of the MR10 to whatever you're sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Sampling-MR10-Crop.jpg?v=1660670711\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur goal with this pack was to transform the very cool sounding but limited MR10 into a secret weapon for modern producers. After unlocking the \"hidden\" one-shots available through recording loops, and having access to all the loops and different pitches in one place, we found this pack to be incredibly fun and easy to create with. The color hits lend themselves very nicely to hard techno and more aggressive styles, while you can just as easily use the loops in a pop or indie production. We wound up being surprised by the many possibilities of this tiny old rhythm box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1320177649%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-cYnL7aZms50\u0026amp;color=%237c7c7c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\" width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(204) Total samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(66) MR10 loops including clean, color, and stripped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(138) One Shots, with clean and color variations of each sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne Shots organized into (5) 16x hit kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Cymbals, Snares, Toms and Hi Hats sampled at 6 pitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(4) Ableton and MIDI Groove files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded though a Radial J-DI, API 1608 console, \u0026amp; Apogee Symphony MKII and Otari MTR-12 1\/4\" tape machine, and processed with a Summit TPA-200B, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, API 2500 Compressor, and DBX 165A\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e258 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/MR10_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1660312597\" title=\"About\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits rack, (5) pre-made kits racks, and 66 loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio and SFZ include: (6) Individual Hits instruments and (5) Kits Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (5) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e235 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41682374426814,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork-MR10-WEB.jpg?v=1658510823"},{"product_id":"viscount-from-mars","title":"VISCOUNT FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Funky \u0026amp; Rare \"Italian Lindrum\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Viscount R64 is one of the more mysterious drum machines we've ever sampled. There's little to no information about it online, and by some accounts there are less than 10 functional units left in existence 😳 (not to be confused with the later and more common model R64S). What we do know is that the R64 was released in 1980 by Viscount, an Italian, family-run manufacturer that began in the 1800s making accordions, and have since made everything from synths to bicycles!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HFchl5TU6sM?rel=0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe R64 has the functionality and limitations of a typical \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/collections\/rhythm-boxes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erhythm box\u003c\/a\u003e, but sounds quite different, as it's sample based rather than analog. 12bit PCM samples, sourced mostly from acoustic percussion, give the Viscount a punchy quality more akin to a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLindrum\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/drumulator-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrumulator\u003c\/a\u003e than a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/cr-78-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCR78\u003c\/a\u003e. But unlike these classic EPROM based machines, the Viscount sports analog sounding cymbal samples, giving the unit a unique, hybrid flavor all its own.... Like a lo-fi \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLindrum\u003c\/a\u003e crossed with an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e 🤤.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Viscount-Main-0007-WEB.jpg?v=1663693293\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Groove Lies in the Patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Viscount ships with 64 factory patterns, and while you can't program your own, extensive mutes and volume knobs make these beats highly customizable. And because they're grouped seemingly at random (for example one knob controls the volume of Hi Hat, Bongo, Cowbell, Tom 1 and Rimshot all at once), they make for a myriad of patterns in interesting and often surprising configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo we spent days jamming and figuring out our favorite loops and variations - ultimately recording all of the full factory patterns, and a bunch of stripped loops, tops, and breaks. In the process, we discovered a \"secret\" tuning pot and cymbal control inside the machine, so we made sure to capture various tunings as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Viscount-Tuning-New-WEB.jpg?v=1663358785\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn particular, we made a mission to showcase how well this machine does disco and dance music, and these loops do not disappoint! They sound and feel exactly as the machine does, and layer beautifully....crunchy and funky. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've also included \"repaired\" versions of 150 of the loops. The percussion pot on the Viscount has a particularly noticeable noise on some loops, which is certainly part of its charm, but we were able to use some digital filtering to clean it up. The results are loops that sound nearly identical to the original, but without the noise - these loops will take to processing better, and layer more easily in a modern context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1345289113%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-VZIRjzowaNo\u0026amp;color=%23e40b00\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnlocking the Viscount's One Shots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we set out to create a complete one shot library of the Viscount and take it into the 21st century - straight off the Mix Out of the machine into our recording chain. Using the volumes and mutes, we were able to record and extract every possible one shot from the Viscount's 64 patterns. We used the tune and cymbal controls to sample 5 different pitch variations and 6 different cymbal variations. For the shorter cymbals (functionally hi hats), we took 3 Round Robins of each variant, resulting in a much more lively and bouncy sound - just how they sound on the machine itself! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Viscount-Sampling-WEB.jpg?v=1663358785\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn certain hits we also took the Headphone Out, as there was a certain distortion and RMS boost that we loved. Lastly, we processed the kicks, snares, toms, and claps with outboard EQ, compression, and saturation to really bring a modern roundness and make them even more universally usable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Proof Is In The Pasta 🍝\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, is the Viscount the Italian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLindrum\u003c\/a\u003e?? Not quite - but the machine certainly captures some of the same punch and vibe, but with a distinctly more lo-fi twist. Between its snazzy, \"analog\" cymbals, awesome breaks, and lo-fi percussion sounds, the Viscount lives in a class of its own. It is an impossibly fun drum machine that \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esimply bleeds italo disco, yet remains totally useable for modern genres as well. The Viscount is a joy to jam with, and we feel lucky to be able to share it with you! So fix yourself a Limoncello and dive in! 🥂 ✨ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1345289113%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-VZIRjzowaNo\u0026amp;color=%23e40b00\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(560) Samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(320) Viscount loops including Full, Tops, and Stripped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(240) One Shots, with clean, color, and pitch variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes all 64 Factory Loops, in stereo, with additional stripped and tops patterns at various tunings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(150) Repaired (de-noised) loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(5) pitches for Bass Drum, Snare, Rimshot, Handclap, Agogos, Bongos, Hi Hat, Clave, Cowbell, and Percussion Combos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLoops are stereo with original panning \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound Robin Cymbals at (6) different tone settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne Shots organized into (5) 16x hit kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Ableton and MIDI Groove files\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded though a Radial J-DI, API 1608 console, \u0026amp; Apogee Symphony MKII, and processed with an \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, API 2500 Compressor, and API 560 EQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e850 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Viscount_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1664988930\" title=\"About\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits rack, (5) pre-made kits racks, (320) original loops as audio clips, and (150) repaired loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio and SFZ include: (14) Individual Hits instruments and (5) Kits Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (5) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (5) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e850 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; 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padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NKmB59kzQZY?rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1468368274\u0026amp;color=%23161a1c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"260\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(32) royalty-free vinyl drum samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(2) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHits range from clean and dry, crisp and classic, to distorted, pitched, effected, dusty and degraded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTypes of sounds: Kicks, snares, toms, cymbals, snaps, claps, tambourines, shakers, various percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGear used: Eventide H3000, SE70, Overstayer Saturator, DBX 160a, Summit TPA 200B, Ibanez UE 400 and more\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTracked to 1\/4\" tape on Otari MTR-12 and MX-5050\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecorded through an Apogee Symphony MKII and API 1608\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e66.5 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Free_Vinyl_Drums_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1697813127\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton includes (2) pre-made Kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (2) Drum Kits presets\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (2) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (2) pre-made kits on 1 program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (2) pre-made kits on 1 program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Expansion pack included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e66.5 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42612500234430,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/products\/Artwork---Free-Vinyl-Drums-From-Mars-WEB.jpg?v=1679414313"},{"product_id":"vinyl-drum-machines-from-mars","title":"VINYL DRUM MACHINES FROM MARS","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Drum Machines Cut To Vinyl And Sampled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVinyl has quickly become our (and your) favorite medium to process sounds with. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/vinyl-drums-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIn our first endeavor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/vinyl-drums-from-mars\"\u003e,\u003c\/a\u003e we explored how our acoustic kit could be transformed by pressing it to a record, and with this pack, we dive in with our bread and butter: drum machines!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe took 40 of our favorite machines, from classics to rarities, vintage to modern, and everything in between, and pressed the results to vinyl, degrading the record and sampling the heck out of it along the way, to give you a massive pack of royalty-free, dirty, dusty, punchy and warm vinyl drum machine one-hits, ready for your favorite DAWs and samplers 🥂\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mBm3pwgDzyc?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoals \u0026amp; Philosophies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen pressing our own vinyl, we asked ourselves 3 questions - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ol1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhat advantages do we have when pressing a vinyl intentionally made for sampling? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHow can we emulate our favorite records that we've sampled? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHow does this medium allow us to re-shape sounds in ways that our traditional drum machine packs don't? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe then set out to answer these questions at every stage of the process that follows. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelecting the Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur journey began by selecting 40 of our favorite machines. As opposed to 50 or 100, 40 allowed us to incorporate a wide variety of sounds, while still being able to include many hits from our favorites without going overboard on the sample count. Read the full list \u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_Drum_Machines_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1686067237\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe didn't use any samplers (MPCs, SP, etc), intentionally focusing only on machines with onboard, factory sounds, so we could start at the highest quality source possible, and then manipulate it like crazy from there. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iMloJaPRIYU?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen sampling a commercial record, it's rare to find clean, isolated drum machine sounds (and it can be especially hard to find things like cymbals and hi hat pairs). With this in mind, we began by methodically sampling each machine as cleanly as possible, through a DI into our API console to the computer, with no processing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Main-Web.jpg?v=1685726761\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBut to emulate our favorite records would require something entirely different. We asked ourselves: how can a 12\" with a slamming 808 beat sound \u003cem\u003eso\u003c\/em\u003e different than our TR-808? There are a myriad of factors at play, but during the recording process we need to consider that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sounds on the record have undergone processing, FX and mastering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery drum hit from the record has artifacts from other instruments in that song that play at the same time - for instance, a 909 kick might have the noise of an unmuted synth channel layered on top of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, we got crazy with hardware processing, mimicking the chaos of our favorite commercial records by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eintentionally leaving various un-related channels on the console up, to get artifacts and noise from various synths and gear around the studio! We also added our favorite saturation, compression, EQ, tubes, tape machines and amps - check out this Ampeg vinyl 808 kick: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1529078389%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-OpAQt7MsbIV\u0026amp;color=%23ccc5ba\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor our traditional packs, we don't usually print time-based effects while sampling, but because this is precisely what happens on commercial records, it's exactly what we did here. We went to town printing reverbs, delays, echos, flangers, phasers, harmonizers, etc to the samples. Pressing effected sounds to vinyl can glue the sounds together so that the reverb and the bass drum become one 🤝. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCutting The Record\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce we'd finished sampling, we created a single, two track audio file consisting of the clean and processed hits. Making a record intentionally for sampling offers a lot of benefits - we pressed hits at different volumes (for varying levels of vinyl noise), making sure not to exceed around 11 minutes total per side, for the highest possible sound quality. We used our favorite mastering engineer, from the last project, Carl at Truetone Sound. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Cutting-Wide-Web.jpg?v=1685727252\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe cut 4 acetates in total, at 45 RPM for the best sound quality, (also giving us the ability to pitch down later). An acetate, also known as a test pressing, is a single reference record that the artist listens to, to approve the sound. It's basically a temporary version of the record before it goes into production at the plant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling The Record Cleanly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDesigned for temporary use, acetates wear out with each play - so for the cleanest samples, it's best to record it immediately, which we did in the the mastering studio, utilizing carl's fantastic transcription turntable, cartridge, preamp and conversion. This round of samples provided a clean reference for our entire project and is designed to emulate the hi-fi sound of a brand new record. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Transcribe-Web.jpg?v=1685727252\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting Dirty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe first play adds a nice analog layer to all of the samples, but truthfully, it was so clean it really didn't sound like vinyl. So we took the acetate back to Brooklyn and played it over and over \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(35+ times!) to let it wear out and accumulate the degraded, phasey, non-linear distortion that we know and love from our favorite records. We tracked various levels of degradation with dirtier cartridges like the Shure M447, Ortofon Concord and Shure White Label, for a more ‘classic’ vinyl DJ sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut still, we wanted more dirt - that dollar-store-record dirt! So we physically damaged the acetate. Last time, we learned that random degradation is the best, and a few simple tosses on the floor resulted in the lovely unpredictability of dust, scratches, and pops that we all associate with the vinyl sound. For good measure, we also recorded the noise on its own, to be used as a layering tool like in this demo: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1529083357%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-QLByji3SqH4\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDe-tuning and Manipulating the Record\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDid you know that you can't change the tuning on an 808 or 909 kick? Sure, you can digitally tune the sample, but vinyl allows us to tune these kicks (and all hits, even from digital drum machines) in the \u003cem\u003eanalog\u003c\/em\u003e domain, by playing the record back at various speeds, and manipulating the record by hand to create pitch dives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is perhaps the biggest benefit over our traditional sample packs (where we try to accurately represent the experience of the original machine). De-tuning voices allows these drum machines to live in completely different frequency zones than they do in real life. Pitching breathes new life into these machines - we can modernize a 909 kick, for instance, by dropping the pitch lower than the machine allows. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Manipulate-Web.jpg?v=1686064631\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing The Record\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen sampling a record, it's always handy to have an EQ, saturator, compressor or even tape machine around, to further tweak the sound. Post vinyl processing is very different than processing the drum machines pre-vinyl (described above) as we can now color and accentuate the hiss and artifacts of the vinyl, marrying the vinyl noise to the machine further. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinyl is very analog sounding, but not always warm (there is a distinction!). An 808 kick has a low-passed sustain, meaning there aren't high frequencies present during the body of the sound, making it seem \"warm\".  But when you press that to vinyl, you add high frequency noise on top of it (vinyl hiss). So, to warm it up again, we turn down this high frequency noise, via a dynamic lowpass filter, or an EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-SSL.jpg?v=1686321071\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSometimes noise and crackles can also cause samples to be quieter, since the crackles have such high peaks. By adding drive, we can saturate these peaks, and add additional harmonics to the vinyl noise, giving it more presence. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Heads \u0026amp; Tails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt may seem obvious, but noise isn't only added on \u003cem\u003etop\u003c\/em\u003e of the drum machine hit, but also before and after it. By including these moments in the sample, we breathe new life into drum machine samples that is otherwise impossible in our normal packs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat happens before the biggest transient of a sample (the head), really defines the sound of the attack. Vinyl will add noise here, at a range of different frequencies, the lowest of which can almost mimic like the pre-attack of an acoustic drum sample created when the drummer moves air directly before striking the snare. This sound is present on many of our favorite rap records and can make snares sound late, adding to the groove of a beat. This is a vibe that is impossible without the help of an analog medium like vinyl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Heads-Web-V2-Circle.jpg?v=1686064764\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis same concept applies to the end of samples (the tail). High frequency noise can create \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ean “air” after a drum sound's decay that can really connect the drums when sequencing, similar to the air created by the room in an acoustic drum sample. Just remember, these tails can always be dialed back to taste for a tighter sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Tails-Web-V1-Circle.jpg?v=16860647649\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Sense Of The Madness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMany months and 6000+ samples later, we faced the immense (and highly rewarding) task of sorting everything into musical kits that not only showcase the original machines, but demonstrate how we used vinyl, effects, degradation, and pitch manipulation to obscure these machines into uncharted territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUltimately, we curated 25 kits during this process to form the core sound and then added back anything we were missing, landing on a total of 1333 samples. Above all else, these kits are super fun to play with ! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEverything was then formatted for your favorite samplers and DAWs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VDM-Animated-Contents-Web.gif?v=1686067170\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTying it all Together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBy having control over the entire process, we were able to meet (and exceed) our goals of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCrafting clean, characterful and perfectly isolated one-hit drum machine samples that could never be achieved by sampling a commercial record\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmulating the chaos and effects from our favorite drum machine records; royalty free 😉\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObscuring these machines well beyond what any non-vinyl sample pack would've allowed, by re-pitching, detuning, processing and manipulating the vinyl itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne of the special things about this pack is that it combines two classic elements of electronic music, vinyl and drum machines, in ways that they often don’t interact - and when they do, it's normally copyright-protected and the sounds are limited. Our hope is that with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e this pack, we can make the beautiful sounds of vinyl-sampled drum machines more accessible than ever before. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy focusing only on machines with onboard sounds, we began with the highest possible quality source for electronic drums. And as opposed to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/vinyl-drums-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eacoustic vinyl samples\u003c\/a\u003e, we played with some very iconic sounds here, and transformed them into completely original, organic, inspiring and just plain FUN  drum samples. The only question left is - what's next on our vinyl journey ? 🤠\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1632178507%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-O9Va47bDQj0\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e40 drum machines pressed to vinyl and sampled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(1333) royalty-free, vinyl drum machine samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(25) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHits range from clean and dry, crisp and classic, to distorted, pitched, effected, dusty and degraded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBass drums, subs, snares, toms, cymbals, claps, rimshots, FX, static hits, various percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSampled through an API 1608 into Apogee Symphony MKII conversion, and a huge variety of processing gear, turntables, preamps, phono stages and tape machines \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e517.6 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull Drum Machine and gear list here: \u003ca title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_Drum_Machines_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1686339946\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits Rack containing all drum samples, and (25) pre-made Kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt, Logic EXS, Reason NNXT, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (29) Individual Hits presets, and (25) Drum Kits presets\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (25) pre-made kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (25) pre-made kits on 7 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (25) pre-made kits on 7 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC Expansion pack included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e517.6 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; 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Despite its intimidating look, this mashup of classic and modern analog synthesis provides immediate fun and inspiration, so it's no wonder it was your #1 choice for what we should sample next! (via a survey we sent out earlier this year).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo much more than just blips and beeps, the Pulsar's 23 modules give this machine an un-rivaled, vast sonic pallet that allowed us to sculpt some of the most unique loops and one-hits we've ever made. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Pulsar-Main-T?v=1693933691\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1601193375%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-dbOLZnLgzIi\u0026amp;color=%23ccc5ba\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Complex Yet Familiar Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eHaving a Pulsar 23 is like having an entire modular drum rig in a dedicated desktop format. While it sports four channels with unique sound generators labeled BD, Bass, SD, and HH, we quickly found these names to be purely suggestive, as the machine is capable of generating a near infinite variety of sounds, due to its comprehensive patching capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003ePatching is done via Alligator clips, which, while tedious, allow for easy multing (using one source for more than one patch). The connections are conductive, so you can use your hands to live-circuit-bend, creating interesting cross modulations! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Pulsar_01.jpg?v=1693250164\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eIn addition to fully featured analog synthesis, the Pulsar sports a characterful master distortion, perfect for smashing transients, and an equally vibey FX processor with multiple delays and reverbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperimenting as Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBefore doing any research, we sat down with the Pulsar and connected clips randomly, cooking up batches of tangled, patch-cable-spaghetti along the way. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOf course, we couldn't resist Soma's aptly labeled \"WTF?\" and \"OMG!\" parameters! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Pulsar_Close_WTF.jpg?v=1693250164\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly, this yielded great results! Our first impression: the Pulsar has a rich assortment of sounds that can quickly go from clean, snappy analog transients, to distorted and aggressive modular chaos, to ambient, soft and intricate, drifty tones. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecoming Experts \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eBut to create truly interesting flavors, we'd need to become masters of this machine. With hour long youtube tutorial videos *per channel*, this was a somewhat daunting, but highly rewarding process, as it provided a method to our madness and led to the most interesting sounds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the following patch, we start with a straight-forward bass drum, modulating the tuning with an envelope to create a classic \"dive\" sound. The echo FX you hear is the bass channel, sent to the band pass delay (with a lot of feedback), while manually sweeping the low pass filter and Warp knob. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rfy7fpjwAzA?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe short, clicky hi hats are created from the clock divider, while the open hi hat is played in manually, and the entire channel's high pass filter is modulated with a slow LFO.  Finally, the snare's Release and FX send are modulated by hand, to give the entire beat more complexity and continuous energy ⚡️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating The Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was immediately clear the best way to authentically capture the Pulsar in a sample pack was through loops like you hear above. So, we plugged it into our Studer 962 console, recording the main out (dialing in distortion to taste), and individual outs for the 4 channels and 2 effects. To retain the sound of the Pulsar, \u003cem\u003eno additional processing was used\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEngaging the internal rhythm generators, punching in our own sequences, and triggering the Bass channel chromatically via midi gave us all the flexibility we needed to create a range of bangin' Pulsar loops. Opting for a variety of long and short-form grooves, we centered our tempo around 120 bpm for ease of use, including additional loops at 100, 110, 130 and 140 in order to capture different vibes and styles of drum pattern programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_TKNBVlqXAA?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe groove of the Pulsar is unbeatably funky, as synthesis parameters like attack times, LFOS, filters etc will create different amounts of pre-attack (the time before the first big transient) in each drum sound. Plus, you can modulate this, offsetting the timing for each drum voice, creating naturally funky grooves like you hear above 💃🏻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonically, these beats run the gamut from soft and simple, stripped back drums, tonal basslines and melodic percussion, to nasty modular chaos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 Full Beats will serve as the foundational inspiration for a new track, while 100+ individual, part-specific loops for bass drum, bass, percussion, snares and claps, hi hats, cymbals, and effects will pave the way for all kinds of new creations via layering: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1603663410%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-twbG7Zohfe2\u0026amp;color=%23261e34\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottling the Lightning via One-Hits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the loops are the most authentic representation of the Pulsar, the one-shots will give you the most flexibility in terms of composition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapturing one-hits from such a vast machine can seem intimidating, but we employed three very effective methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the sequencer stopped on the Pulsar, we triggered each channel manually and create clean, isolated, individual drum hits, with and without FX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the sequencer running, we utilized time based modulations like LFOs, clock generators, various triggers and cross mods, giving us constantly changing tracks from which to pull one shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe searched through our loops and pulled out any useable hits \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Ryan-pulsar-sitting-2.jpg?v=1694012694\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilizing a range of drum, melodic and FX hits, we created 8 16x Hit Pulsar kits ranging from clean and simple to overdriven and chaotic. These kits will give you the most flexibility to create your own arrangements from scratch with the sound of the Pulsar.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Pulsar-Ableton-Racks.gif?v=1693253066\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee Ya Later Alligators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Pulsar took us on an epic journey - what seemed daunting at first quickly became insanely fun, and we stayed excited the entire way (which can be rare in these drawn-out sampling endeavors!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drum machine is our favorite for a reason - it's a complex yet familiar machine, rewarding both the studious and experimental user equally. With a natural ability to create juicy, modern grooves, heavy basslines, melodic polyrhythms, psychotic, dystopian madness, and everything in between, the Pulsar provided us with a rich toolkit to sculpt modern drum grooves and hits from scratch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pulsar From Mars stands out a\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003es a diverse and modern addition to our catalog - with unique hits and modern analog grooves that are distinct yet easily adaptable for use in any genre. We're confident this pack will excite you in the same way the real machine did for us, but at a fraction of the price and learning curve ✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1678260906%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-AbfSEi3Uj1P\u0026amp;color=%23ff5500\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"300\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000; 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With only around 50 ever made and less than 15 in circulation today, it's taken us years to find one - but finally, we have, and our high expectations have been exceeded- nothing could fully prepare us for how cool this thing is to look at, play and hear! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ml-IidkW-AI?rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOf course, we wanted to share this joy with you by creating the most extensive Eko sample pack in existence. Capturing round robin one-hits, loops and stems, we preserved the natural sound of this pioneering rhythm box, and further processed it to extend the possibilities of this analog powerhouse for years to come. Check out what you can do with the one-shots: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1791089359%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-cWqPQg9gymP\u0026amp;color=%237c7c7c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe First Programmable Drum Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhythm boxes were first created out of necessity, to provide pre-made beats to accompany an organ player, for example. As such, they were hardly considered instruments in their own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe aren't sure exactly why Eko, an Italian company making guitars and organs during the psychedelic revolution of the 60's, had the foresight to create the first ever user programmable step sequencer (possibly some mind-expanding substances?). But what we do know is that this step sequencer would change the face of music and music technology forever after, (after all, we're still using it today!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Eko-Wide-Full-WEB.jpg?v=1712347661\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSporting a space-age user interface with 16 steps per track for user input, a punch card reader to load sequences, 12 voices and individual outs, musicians were no longer reliant on using pre-programmed factory Waltz and Fox Trot presets, and could finally program their own custom patterns and perform live with an analog drum machine. The Computerhythm quickly garnered favor with innovative musicians and groundbreaking composers like Jean-Michel Jarre, Lee Scratch Perry and Tangerine Dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreserving the Original Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eko features 12 classic rhythm box sounds (ok, one is a \"rolling drum\" which is quite odd) and upon first listen, it is warm, punchy and full of life- somehow more defined and pro sounding than any other rhythm box we've used - likely due to its robust internal electronics (this thing is huge!) and direct outs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe figured it'd be rude of us to alter this beautiful sound (at least, at first 😉) - so, to maintain its raw, sonic beauty, we simply ran the direct outputs into Radial JDIs, into our API console, and to our Apogee Symphony MKII interface. Syncing the unit to our ERM Multiclock, we composed classic, clean patterns inspired by machines like the CR-78 and Rhythm 700:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1791936682%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-znoiYGN3OwD\u0026amp;color=%237c7c7c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur unit came with 6 punch cards that can be fed into the machine's card reader in real time, and load up a sequence to be played back. We have no idea if these cards came from the factory,  but we sampled them regardless and they're included in this pack 🕺\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Eco-Card-2-WEB.jpg?v=1712347679\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModernizing the Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the sound of the original machine is beautiful, it's also 52 years old, and we'd be remiss if we didn't try to innovate on it, in the way this drum machine innovated in 1972. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, we extensively processed the outputs, and programmed all kinds of more modern patterns, touching on everything from Techno to Reggaeton, Trap and Hip Hop, all of which the Eko excelled at, but of course, in its own, specific, rhythm box way:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1818355290%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-QPPuQzeqWXE\u0026amp;color=%237c7c7c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"320\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur processing focused primarily on the bass drum, which is lovely, but was too high pitched and clean to stand out in a modern production. Since there's no tuning on the Eko, we called on our Overstayer Saturator to employ a filthy little trick - tuning its analog, hi pass filter to a cutoff frequency where we wanted the new \"pitch\" of the bass drum to be, we then added resonance to create this tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resonance was then distorted, and the entire kick drum was saturated in parallel, with tubes from our amazing Summit TPA 200B, and then slightly compressed with our DBX 160A, SSL, API 2500 and Moog filter. From this process we made kick drums as low as F0 \/ 46 Hz. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Overst-Res-WEB.jpg?v=1712347660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaining drum voices were recorded to tape, through Moog filters, API EQs, SSL Gates, and API Compression. Much of this processing was quite conservative, although we did push the boundaries a few times 😝. All of this processing was applied to the one-hits and loops. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoing Beyond the Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go beyond what a 16 step loop can offer, we also captured extensive one hits by programming a single step for each of the of the 12 available voices to retain the machine's timing. Here, we sampled six round robins per voice (a rarity for us!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/EkkoActionV1WEB.jpg?v=1712595638\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an analog drum machine, every hit sounds \u003cem\u003eslightly\u003c\/em\u003e different - and while this may not seem noticeable to the ear when playing back a single sample, when sequencing in your DAW, the round robins truly breath life into your beats, making it sound like it was programmed on the machine itself. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe had a blast sampling this unique and beautiful machine, and our journey ultimately led us to 275 loops and 240 round robin one-hits, with clean and processed versions for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe loops range from classic rhythm box patterns to more modern genres, and are comprised of full beats and individual stems for really fun mixing, matching and pattern manipulation. The one-shots feature extensive round-robins, mapped to various DAWs and samplers and ready for your own pattern creation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellence. Known quality. Originality.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the above (clunky, maybe) acronym is from an ad for Eko that ran in the 70s, it in some ways embodies our approach as a company - we look for \u003cem\u003eexcellence\u003c\/em\u003e in the machines we sample, our process is dedicated to preserving their \u003cem\u003equality\u003c\/em\u003e, while striving for \u003cem\u003eoriginality\u003c\/em\u003e by re-contextualizing sounds for the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Eko-Logo-WEB.jpg?v=1714594886\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this pack, we hope to push modern electronic music in the same way that Eko did in the early 70s. Playing and sampling this machine has been pure joy, and we hope the Ekko From Mars can bring you this same feeling! ✨ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1804270777%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-3py1JJWmGYc\u0026amp;color=%237c7c7c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"350\" width=\"100%\" allow=\"autoplay\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(515) Samples at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(275) Ekko Loops including Full, Tops, and Stripped \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(240) One Shots with 6x round robins for each drum voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and extensively processed one-shots and loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTraditional rhythm box patterns, modern and complex patterns, in both 4\/4 and 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(3) 16 Hit Round Robin Kits (6 cycling round robins per pad)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(3) 16 Hit One Shot kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Ableton and MIDI Groove files\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded though a Radial J-DI, API 1608 console, \u0026amp; Apogee Symphony MKII, and processed with an \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, Otari MTR-10 1\/4\" Tape, DBX 160a, Summit TPA 200B, API 2500 Compressor, and API 560 EQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e630 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Ekko_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1714584669\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits rack with Round Robins, (3) pre-made kits racks, and (275) original loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, FL Studio, and SFZ include: (12) Individual Hits instruments with Round Robins, (3) Round Robin Kits, and (3) pre-made One Shot Kits Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery, and Reason Kong include: (3) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC 1000 and MPC 2500 include: (3) pre-made kits on 1 program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live, One and X include: (3) pre-made kits on 1 program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC One, MPC X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e630 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; 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Luckily, we have two! And after we first created our one-shot pack a few years ago, we quickly noticed a lot of songs on the radio pop up with these iconic sounds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut while the one-shots are super useable, they don't quite capture the mesmerizing experience of running the LM1 in real time, pumping out impossibly groovy and organic beats. So, we knew what we had to do. We grabbed \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/blogs\/the-sample-journal\/comparing-two-lm1s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eboth of our LM1s\u003c\/a\u003e, and our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/lindrum-from-mars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLM2\u003c\/a\u003e, plus some choice outboard gear, and created a super groovy collection of loops showcasing this magic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GNrq4nVWOXQ?rel=0\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of what makes these machines so groovy is the space at the beginning of each sample, which becomes longer when a sound is pitched down, and shorter when pitched up. Every drum hit has a different amount of space, and this creates a very unique feel to the machine, for instance, the snare happens later than the kick drum, but the clap sits earlier than the kick and snare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ibtKxnUpOXY?rel=0\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe other piece of the puzzle is that an \u003cem\u003eanalog gate\u003c\/em\u003e opens up the hi hat samples on the LM1, constantly varying the attack of the hats, similarly to how a real hi hat would vary with each hit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LinLoopsMain-WEB?v=1719431697\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e So, we synced everything up, ran it all through our API console, and captured clean beats, but also applied various gated reverbs, filtering, compression, saturation and tape machines, to give these loops the iconic feel we've heard on so many records. These drum machine loops sound more like a classic record than any loops in our collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1842537639%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-NGMTAqTlFyR\u0026amp;color=%23424244\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"310\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll find a range of classic and modern loops that are stripped enough to be super useable, but have enough going on to truly inspire you. With full beats, tops and individual drum loops, reach for Lin Loops to add this iconic groove into your own productions! 🕺🏻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1842537639%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-NGMTAqTlFyR\u0026amp;color=%23424244\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"310\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(380) Total Lin Loops at 24 bit 44.1k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(148) Full Beats inspired by classic and modern records, and original drum patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass drum loops, hi hat and percussion loops, various snare, side stick and clap tops and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and processed loops\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(16) Ableton and MIDI Groove files\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded though a Radial J-DI, API 1608 console, \u0026amp; Apogee Symphony MKII, and processed with an \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, Otari MTR-10 1\/4\" Tape, 1\/2\" Tascam Tape, A\/DA Flanger Pedal, T.C. Electronic P210 Chorus \/ Flanger Pedal, DBX 160a, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAPI 2500 Compressor, API 560 EQ, H3000, Space Echo, and SE-70\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e988 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (380) original loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e988 MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44328706670782,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin-Loops-From-Mars-WEB_2460a26d-a4c5-4a18-90b1-7f47db54d0c0.jpg?v=1747320401"},{"product_id":"recodrum-from-mars","title":"RECODRUM FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Modern, Hand-Built Analog Drum Synth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Recodrum is a limited production, analog drum machine created by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recosynth.com\/sobre\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArthur Joly\u003c\/a\u003e in 2021.  Inspired by the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808\u003c\/a\u003e, this beauty features hand soldered, through-hole components, analog oscillators and VCAs, amazing woodwork and gorgeous deep blue-green metal faceplates. And how about that VU meter? Can't say we've seen that on a drum machine before:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Recodrum-Main-1.jpg?v=1730996336\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLike a More Tune-able 808, but Quirkier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Yes, the TR-808 is the drum machine that inspired this equipment\" says the Recodrum manual. But while the inspiration is apparent, the Recodrum has its own unique sound. With so many more on-board parameters, it offers a more expressive, tune-able, and unpredictable experience. The bass drum, for example, can be tuned over an octave, while the 808 can't be tuned at all. And oh, what a world of difference it makes: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1961128935%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-d8Vwwj04xay\u0026amp;color=%23345452\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith similar controls to the 808, the snare adds one more parameter, charmingly labeled \"Botton\" (perhaps a typo?), which can control the overall noise of the snare a bit more, similar to tightening the snare wires on an acoustic snare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clap has maybe the widest range here, and when using it, it becomes obvious why most drum machines don't offer us these parameters - its wide range can easily produce anything from chaotic, aggressive white noise (which we love), to soft, clicky transients, splashy claps, and something somewhat similar to an 808 clap.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lo and Hi Perc can act as tone generators, producing infinite sustain at their highest decay setting, but dialing them back down to their minimum values can produce lovely, soft little rhythm box style toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stick is perhaps the most unlike the 808. Try as you might, you won't get that exact rim sound (which is fine by us). But what it can do is produce all sorts of percussion, resonant woodblock sounds, by turning the vague controls which modulate 3 VCOs. Perhaps only Arthur knows what is actually going on under the hood here. Regardless, quite interesting results can be had! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Reco-Sequencer.jpg?v=1731609126\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Samples and Tube Saturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this pack, we focused on cleanly capturing an extensive amount of one-hits, tuning perfectly wherever possible (for the bassdrum and perc), and employing as many unique combinations of these parameters as was reasonable.  Each voice includes a full range of tones, decays and mods, giving you a very close approximation to using the machine itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the hi hats, where the parameters are more limited (there is decay on the open hat only), we captured six round robins for each closed, combo and open hats, at various decays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the clean samples were sorted, we processed color versions of every sample, focusing on tube saturation in parallel (to retain clean attack), with a bit of compression, EQ and gating where needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Reco-Serial.jpg?v=1731609126\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecodrum From Mars has been fully formatted for the most popular DAWs, with 50 Individual Hits instrument presets so you can really dive through all samples parameters and tunings (which are chromatically mapped) in addition to 6 pre-made 16 hit kits for jamming with straight away.  With 624 total samples we are pretty sure this is the most extensive multi-sampled version of the Recodrum available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Recodrum-Racks.gif?v=17319468656\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArt For Artists\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Recodrum is one of the best, most vintage sounding new drum machines we've ever heard. It's also a remarkable piece of engineering, and a beautiful work of art. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile it can be taken into some pretty experimental territory, it's easy to dial in a more classic and refined sound. It may evoke the nostalgia of the 808, but the Recodrum clearly carves out its own unique identity that is just as left-of-center, fun and quirky as we image Arthur is. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we love programming the real thing (those mute switches!), sampling this machine \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e elevated its potential - since you can play with multiple tunings and parameters at the same time, which is not possible on the machine itself.  Having the ability to sequence perfectly tuned bass drums and percussion really lets the Recodrum shine.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, If you have the opportunity to own an actual Recodrum, we highly recommend it. Arthur Joly has created a truly special instrument here and we are grateful for the chance to share it with you all 🤗\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1961128935%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-d8Vwwj04xay\u0026amp;color=%23345452\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(624) 24 bit WAV Recodrum Samples\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(6) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuned Bass Drums and Perc at multiple decays and tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(32) variations each of Snare, Stick and Clap \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound Robin Closed, Combo and Open Hi Hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and Color versions of every sample\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Ableton and MIDI Groove files\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed through Summit TPA-200B, Overstayer NT-02, API 2500, Overstayer Modular Channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(6) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e183.1 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Recodrum_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1731944727\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (6) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ: (50) Individual Hits and (6) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFL Studio includes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(48) Individual Hits and (6) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery include: (6) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (6) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (6) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e183.1 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; 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It adds a magic texture to anything that you sample into it. We made a pack with the SP \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/sp-1200-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eback in 2016\u003c\/a\u003e and have been dying to revisit it ever since. But this time, we wanted to explore how the SP interacts with our favorite recording medium, vinyl!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo we sampled drum machines, acoustic drums, guitar, synth, bass, vocals and music stems directly into the SP, clipping, re-pitching, chopping, and processing it to taste. Then, we pressed the results to vinyl and sampled that, creating an incredible library of 700 Vinyl SP one-hits, caked in character from the beautiful interaction between our favorite sampler and recording medium 🤝 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KcI0Xzysp98?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sound of the SP + Vinyl \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe SP's uniquely \"dusty\" and \"gritty\" sound comes from a combination of factors. In addition to its 12 bit depth, it features a 26.04 kHz sample rate, analog SSM2044 filters (also found in the Polysix), pitch-shifting that creates iconic harmonics, and the ability to clip its input. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/2030954148%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-d6nRi8YjMDV\u0026amp;color=%234c546c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinyl, too, can create a similarly \"dusty\" and harmonically rich sound  (especially with certain needles), but the medium is 100% analog, so it can counteract a lot of the SP's digital-ness. We believe that the final part of the signal chain is the most important, in terms of the overall perception of the aesthetic of sound - so in this way, pressing the SP to vinyl essentially makes it sound more analog. And it can take the original crunch of the SP even further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02686-WEB.jpg?v=1739213587\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, The SP + Vinyl combo is the ultimate cheat code for adding texture, instantly elevating a simple drum machine like the DR110 with more range and punch. Just listen to these DR110 samples as they transform—from clean to SP-treated, then pressed on vinyl and sampled again for the final, character-packed result:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VxXdD61g5GU?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSampling into the SP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most of our packs, we're sampling the onboard sounds of a given drum machine or synth. But with a sampler, we get to create any sounds that we want (that can fit within the 2.5 second maximum sample time!) We focused on drums, dusting up our acoustic drum kit, re-pitching classic drum machines, and fattening up modern favorites like the Machinedrum and Perkons. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Machinedrum-2-WEB.jpg?v=1741280950\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also recorded guitar, bass, and synth into the SP,  and pulled used reels of tape from our studio, sampling random sessions and jams to get closer to what it sounds like sampling vinyl. Oh, and we sampled some of our own vinyl drum sounds, to get that twice-baked vinyl vibe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Guit-2-WEB.jpg?v=1741023014\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting and Sampling the Vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've learned a lot since we first started cutting vinyl three years ago, so we headed to Josh Bonati's mastering studio with a clear plan. First, we pressed all of our one-hits to an acetate (also known as a test record) and immediately sampled it off the lathe. This would be our cleanest possible recording, anytime we wanted sounds with the least amount of crackle and distortion (like cymbals and smooth subs). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uc0l_8_D14k?rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, we took the record back to our studio and recorded a series of passes with different cartridges. Cartridges are like microphones - they each color the sound \u003cem\u003ea lot\u003c\/em\u003e - so, for classic, overdriven sounds, we used our Shure M447 and White Label, and for more dynamic sounds, we reached for our Ortofon 2M Red. The turntable was plugged into our favorite mixer (Alpha Recording Systems) with a parallel-processed version running through our Overstayer Saturator and slight API 2500 compression for extra saturation and color.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02710-WEB.jpg?v=1739215598\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe acetate wears out after each play, creating a more distorted and \"vinyl-like\" sound. So we ran the record out for days, capturing some of the more crackly and staticky hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd by turning the turntable motor off and spinning the record by hand, we were able to create varispeed hits - things like diving cymbals, wonky basses, bendy effects and random drum pitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePutting it All Together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, we spent weeks exporting, chopping and sorting through all of the samples and their various iterations of processing and needles. We jammed and sequenced the sounds, sorting them into useable and inspiring 16x hit kits. We focused on clean, classic sounds, but also rough, gritty, dusty, re-pitched kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinyl SP From Mars has been fully formatted for the most popular DAWs, with 11 Individual Hits instrument presets and 20 pre-made 16 hit kits for jamming with straight away.  The kits range from CR78 to Machinedrum to acoustic drums and percussion, so there's a wide variety of sounds to play with here. And as usual there's more to explore in the individual hits, containing 700 total samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/VSP-Ableton-Racks.gif?v=1740499842\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Boom Bap \u0026amp; Beyond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe wanted to come out swinging for 2025 and we think this one hits HARD. Combining two of our favorite sounding mediums - the old skool sampler and vinyl - this is easily the crunchiest selection of samples we've ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's something about the interaction between the SP1200 and vinyl that you have to hear to believe - there's a grittiness and crunch that is just as useable in a modern context, as it was almost 40 years ago. These samples are not for the faint of heart! You'll find a lot of character, grit, and grime here - feel free to carve it out as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 700 hits of drums, melodic elements, subs, bass and vocals, the pack is powerful enough on its own to make countless records, in a wide variety of genres (as our demos demonstrate). So, let's get to it! 🥂\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/1967209056%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-vX1ffMVVjCT\u0026amp;color=%234c546c\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"350\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSP-1200 samples pressed to vinyl and sampled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(700) 24 bit WAV Vinyl SP Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(20) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic machines like the 808, 909, 707, CR78, LM1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern favorites like the Perkons and Machinedrum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcoustic Drums and Percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynth stabs, Various FX, Subs, Static and Vocal Chops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA mix of clean, processed, pitched, dusty and degraded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed through Overstayer NT-02, API 2500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(20) 16x Hit Kits for easy jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e177 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Recodrum_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1731944727\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_SP_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1740674198\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (20) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ include: (11) Individual Hits and (20) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio includes: (11) Individual Hits and (20) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery include: (20) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e177 MB Unzipped \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44819271516350,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Artwork---Vinyl-SP-V4-Lighter.jpg?v=1737735875"},{"product_id":"perkons-from-mars","title":"PERKONS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGritty Grooves \u0026amp; Hard-Hitting Drums From the Analog-Digital Hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perkons HD-01 is a powerful, four-voice drum machine featuring wavetables and digital oscillators fed into multimode analog filters, overdrive, and an analog bucket brigade delay. It can deliver everything from experimental sound design to modern techno, trap and everything in between, all within the twist of a knob. The Perkons From Mars gives you access to the distinctive, hard-hitting sound of this modern classic via 650 one-hits and 350 loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02789-WEB.jpg?v=1743690527\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sound of the Perkons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the Perkons’ four voices is equipped with a unique digital engine that runs through analog filters and overdrive for additional shaping and character. Labelled simply as Voice 1, Voice 2, etc, it's clear that each part can be used to shape nearly any kind of drum sound you desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough we aren't actually sculpting sounds scratch on this machine (due to its digital nature), it feels like we are - it's easy to dial in a classic 808 or 909 sounding kick, and then turn a few knobs to make it a bit more alien sounding. The beauty of the Perkons is that it can ride this fine line between recognizable, classic, strange and experimental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/2003847784%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-8kA5Xq3v4GA\u0026amp;color=%2361a29e\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height='“300\"' width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapturing Complex Movements and Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perkons thrives on motion - all made possible from a robust sequencer. Not only are all of its deep modulation possibilities (fold amount, pitch modulation, wave-surfing, sample rate and more) recordable, but we get per-step probability and ratchets too. Put it all together and the Perkons can create driving rhythms, evolving patterns, glitchy FX bursts, and twisted melodies: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/2062066036%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-nWXOb7ocRiP\u0026amp;color=%2361a29e\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile creating our loops, we leaned into these modulations, recording full, rhythmic phrases filled with automated filter sweeps, ratchets (quick rolls on certain steps), time-based delays and per-step modulations. Loops were centered around 120 and 130 bpm, with some light console EQ and saturation from the Zahl AM1 console to smooth out some of the more peaky spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02849-WEB.jpg?v=1743690527\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampling the One-Hits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo capture the range of the machine, we also sculpted hundreds of one-shot samples from each voice, surfing wavetables and tweaking knobs. We tracked the hits cleanly, and additionally through a combination of Moog filters, outboard compression and saturation to add some extra color, weight, and (most importantly) analog noise that the Perkons lacks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most unique aspects of this machine is that, in addition to its convincingly analog-sounding noise stabs, percussive synths, resonant pulses, bleeps and blips, you can get natural, acoustic-sounding hi hats, almost like an LM1. This proves to be an unbeatable combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom soft and lightweight to banging club hits to downright strange and otherworldly, these samples offer maximum flexibility for building your own beats from scratch while still carrying the hard-to-place tone of the Perkons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02804-WEB.jpg?v=1743784380\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New Favorite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perkons surprised us. While we were initially wary of its digital nature, with a little experimentation the machine quickly revealed itself to be an expressive performance instrument - equal parts precision and chaos. It’s just as comfortable laying down straight ahead four-on-the-floor as it is breaking apart into unstable, beautiful rhythmic noise.\u003cbr\u003eThe Perkons From Mars is a versatile, punchy, and inspiring modern, toolkit, packed with sonic character and ready to fuel your next track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Perkons-WAV-Ableton-Racks.gif?v=1744146148\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/2003847784%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-8kA5Xq3v4GA\u0026amp;color=%2361a29e\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc; line-break: anywhere; word-break: normal; overflow: hidden; white-space: nowrap; text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; font-weight: 100;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\" title=\"Samples From Mars\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSamples From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/samplesfrommars\/sets\/perkons-from-mars-1\/s-8kA5Xq3v4GA\" title=\"Perkons From Mars\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePerkons From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1000) \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24 bit WAV Perkons Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(350) Loops \u0026amp; (650) One Shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(8) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and Processed One Shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat Bass Drums, Punchy Snares Ratchet Claps and Tasty Toms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious Bass and Synth hits, FX, Subs, Blips and Lasers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608, Zahl AM1 console and Apogee Symphony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed through Overstayer NT-02, DBX 165 A, API 2500, Moog 500 Series Ladder Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e999.8 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Perkons_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1744142026\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) Individual Hits Rack containing all drum samples, (8) pre-made Kits racks, and 1 session containing all loops, with a Perkons Shaper audio rack for further tweaking  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ include: (11) Individual Hits and (8) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio includes: (11) Individual Hits and (8) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery include: (8) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (8) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (8) pre-made kits on 2 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e999.8 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44947192250558,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Artwork-PerkonsFromMarsWEB.jpg?v=1742825706"},{"product_id":"808-loops-from-mars","title":"808 LOOPS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnbeatable Grooves From the Iconic Drum Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e808 Loops From Mars is an extensive collection of multi-tracked beats from the classic drum machine that has continued to shape electronic music over the past 40+ years. These loops will give you a more authentic representation of the raw, hypnotic energy of this timeless machine than any one-hit sample pack can. From clean and polite to saturated, distorted and harmonized beyond recognition, 808 Loops From Mars is the perfect way to inject the undeniable groove and analog power of this legendary machine into your next creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\" style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q_YtLGn8V0k?rel=0\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 725 loops ranging from full beats to tops and individual loops from every drum voice, this pack is ideal for creating 808 tracks from scratch or bringing raw grooves into your existing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRanging from 120 - 128 bpm, the grooves are focused around dance music - namely house, techno and electro. From thunderous kicks to overdriven toms and clipped snares, to sizzling hi-hats and blown-out percussion, this pack is designed to fuel peak-time club moments and warehouse sets. Many of the loops are wild and unpredictable - pushed to the edge of coherence - while others stay stripped, minimal, and funky, ready to lock in a hypnotic groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/2097094386%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-LQeISMxg7Nw\u0026amp;color=%23c20d1a\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause you get access to so many individual drum loops, it's important to note just how easy it is to bend the genre and beat to your liking. You can, for instance, take a top and add a completely different bass drum loop underneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Best Way to Sound Like You Own an 808\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile one-hit packs like the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/tr-808-samples\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e808 From Mars\u003c\/a\u003e will give you more compositional flexibility, this loop pack will provide a much more realistic sound. Because the 808 is analog, every consecutive drum hit sounds slightly differently than the previous - making the beats sound much more \"alive\" than repeating the same one-shot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the accent levels and drum volumes on the 808 affect each sound, and any analog processing that is applied to these sounds are also greatly affected by these slight tonal shifts. Because we've captured loops up to 16 bars in length, you can really hear all of this. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808-Loops-Action-WEB-2.jpg?v=1748619327\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though we own an 808, it's been super fun and inspiring to open up an Ableton session with so many individual loops, different grooves and processing that has been created over the course of months. It's really quick, easy and fun to get new tracks going without having to program one-hits from scratch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniquely Processed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there are certainly a handful of super clean loops, it's the processing that really makes this pack shine. Since the 808 is so recognizable, we saw it as a unique challenge to bring something new to the table here. How could we obscure this classic machine into something more refreshing and modern? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808-Loops-Pedals-V2-WEB.jpg?v=1748371251\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, we used two great (and very different sounding) consoles - the Zahl AM1 and our trusty API 1608. Here, we tweaked input gain for some tasty analog console saturation, and then patched up Distressors, DBX 165, ADR Compex, Eventide H3000, Space, and Orville, Overstayer NT-02A Saturator and Modular Channel, Space Echo, Moogerfoogers, tube preamps and more! This gave us a huge variety of processing styles that helped the 808 really stand out in a crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this loop where we used the Moog Freq Box to create this almost impossible loop from an 808:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/2099700750%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-fizctGkbhii\u0026amp;color=%23c20101\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is the 808 unleashed and ready to throw down. Whether you find yourself reaching for the cleaner, funkier grooves, or the heavily processed bangers, these 808s will give your music weight, grit, and analog attitude for days. And because they are multi-tracked, there is a lot of flexibility to tweak, edit and groove to your heart's desire. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808-Loops-ANI.gif?v=1748377407\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/2021737773%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-TlIs5DaVAV8\u0026amp;color=%23c20d1a\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"300\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(725) Total 808 loops at 24 bit 44.1k kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eClean and processed loops ranging from 120 to 128 bpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort and long-form (up to 16 bars) capture the feel of the 808\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(100) Full Beats ranging from clean and classic to futuristic and mangled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTops and individual loops from every drum voice allow for easy beat creation \/ manipulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSounds range from: smooth and smashed bass drum loops, crispy hi hat cymbal and maraca loops, various snare and clap tops, tom combos, cowbells, claves and more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the style of techno and house but ready for genre manipulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded through Radial J-DIs, API 1608 \u0026amp; Zahl AM1 consoles, Apogee Symphony MKII, and processed with an \u003cspan\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, Summit TPA 200B, Empirical Labs Distressor, Eventide H3000, Eventide Orville, Eventide Space, ADR Compex, Space Echo and a variety of effects pedals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.69 GB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/808_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1747845377\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (725) original loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.69 GB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45090037235902,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Artwork-808-Loops-From-Mars-WEB_2694393f-3ece-4b2b-8b5b-1afee0d7fbb9.jpg?v=1747320305"},{"product_id":"vinyl-breaks-from-mars","title":"VINYL BREAKS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic Drum \u0026amp; Percussion Breaks Pressed to Vinyl \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinyl Breaks From Mars is a collection of 200 royalty free, acoustic breakbeats pressed to vinyl and sampled. Featuring everything from classic funk to 70s disco, boom-bap hip hop and explosive drum n' bass, this is our tribute to those collections of iconic breaks we all want to use but don’t own the rights to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing 4 of our favorite drummers from around the world, and a variety of kits and mics, Vinyl Breaks is our most diverse offering of acoustic drum loops to date. Pop these beats into your productions to get an undeniably live groove, coupled with the incredible sound of vinyl!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e    \u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_0Y4uTIytHc?rel=0\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Power Of the Break\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat began as fleeting drum solos on funk records has become a permanent backbone of contemporary music production. Decades later, breakbeats remain one of the most sampled and reimagined elements in music, bridging the energy of live drumming with the endless possibilities of modern production. Making our own royalty free breaks has been a long standing goal, and of course we couldn't resist pressing them all to our favorite medium - vinyl! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Marcin-RideWEB.jpg?v=1759343948\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Drummers are the Foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first step in this journey was giving in to the fact that producing drummers \u003cem\u003eremotely\u003c\/em\u003e would get us the best results! The break is all about the groove, and the groove comes from the performance, which is determined not just by the drummer, but how comfortable they are while recording. So it made perfect sense to call on some of our favorite drummers (who also double as extremely talented engineers) to record everything themselves - in their studio, with their kit and mics, at their own pace. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Timon-Funky-CC-WEB.jpg?v=1758303373\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI shared playlists of reference songs with each drummer, and they set up their kit and mics accordingly. By sending back their own two track mix, plus the unprocessed stems, we had everything we needed to either keep their original sound or modify it completely!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCapturing up to 8 bar loops, we were emphatic about preserving each drummer's natural pocket and feel, applying very little timing correction and editing. And no samples allowed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe re-created some classics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2175391083%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-DsTEhOEze6T\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd made new stuff, too:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2174937129%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-S1bw6OjveUi\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the Drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach player brought a completely different sound to the mix. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/timon.schempp\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimon\u003c\/a\u003e is the heart and soul of the classic funk and disco breaks - but with a deep, more modern kick sound. He tracked a lot of amazing percussion, too - check out these congas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2175390774%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-DwLfmP4JdVU\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd since I love disco - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e    \u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D8OE2gdsw8Q?rel=0\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/marcin_sulewski_\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarcin\u003c\/a\u003e, on the other hand, has a more laid back, almost Dilla-esc, hip hop sound. Sonically speaking, he's very Samples From Mars - colored, vintage and somewhat lo-fi. Marcin was actually our first employee and contributed drums to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/products\/indie-tapes-from-mars\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIndie Tapes\u003c\/a\u003e pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2180192463%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-v22m7ZzFsCq\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/simonepannozzo\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSimone\u003c\/a\u003e is a super clean and precise drummer who I found on Instagram. I shared some references with him, and he gave me back unprocessed stems. I went crazy processing these with hardware, recording them to tape, and then slowing them down on the degraded vinyl: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2175392112%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-MjWhmuMOlTT\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=true\u0026amp;show_user=true\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=true\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, there's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dnlfsn\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDaniel Fasano\u003c\/a\u003e, an insanely technical yet groovy drummer with a thick and aggressive sound. We weren't even planning on doing any drum n' bass beats, but his were so killer we just had to include them: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e    \u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fK-8zmCl4dc?rel=0\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCutting The Vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce all of the beats were in, we cut two 12\" acetate records (also known as test pressings). Then, we popped the records on our turntable and sampled them, cleanly, with our Ortofon 2M red through our amazing Alpha Recording Systems, and also in parallel, through a chain of vintage compressors and saturators, to tape. Finally, we ran the turntable at various speeds, capturing slower and faster versions of breaks with a Shure M44-7 cartridge for that classic, loud DJ sound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl-Breaks-TurntableWEB.jpg?v=1759343948\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe result: A vintage sounding library of 200 vinyl breaks - 150 drum beats and 50 percussion-only grooves. From classic funk to proper disco, soul, r\u0026amp;b, hip hop and drum n' bass, the breaks range from clean and tight to downright dusty, distorted, re-pitched and compressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find there's a nice combination of more complex beats, but also perfectly simple (and super useable) versions -any grooves with percussion also have a non-percussion version - and all of the disco beats have alternate, snare-less versions 🕺🏻.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo if you want the undeniable groove only the best drummers can provide, paired with the classic crunch of vinyl, Vinyl Breaks is sure to be a new staple in your digital crate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/DSC02990WEB.jpg?v=1758300652\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/playlists\/soundcloud%3Aplaylists%3A2082421494%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-Jjd5pidnirL\u0026amp;color=%23d65842\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=false\u0026amp;show_user=false\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(200) Royalty Free Vinyl Breaks loops at 24 bit 44.1k kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eClean and processed loops ranging from 73 to 200 bpm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(150) Full Beats ranging from clean and crispy to degraded and blown out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(50) Hand played percussion stems including congas, bongos, shakers, tambourine, cowbell, claps and more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoops are long - up to 8 bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Breaks in a variety of styles including: 45 Funk breaks, 50 Disco breaks, 20 Soul and R\u0026amp;B breaks, 20 Drum N' Bass breaks and 15 Hip Hop breaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded on a variety of vintage mics and processed through API 1608, DBX 160A, \u003cspan\u003eOverstayer NT-02A, Summit TPA 200B, API 2500 and tape machines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e932.3 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_Breaks_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1759335975\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e About\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (200) original loops as audio clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e932.3 MB MB Free Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45409657716926,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Artwork---Vinyl-BreaksV23-Orange.jpg?v=1758827374"},{"product_id":"lo-fi-drum-machines-from-mars","title":"LO-FI DRUM MACHINES FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Curated Collection of 20 Rare and Overlooked Vintage Drum Machines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever heard a drum machine on a record and couldn’t quite place it, Lo-Fi Drum Machines is for you. Built from the everyday gear that powered countless studios, bedrooms, and early productions, these nostalgic machines were the affordable, accessible alternatives to out-of-reach classics like the 808. At first glance they may seem unremarkable - but their limitations are exactly what give them a gritty, hard-hitting character that pricier machines simply can’t replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\" style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8moY3ubteCY?rel=0\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese drum machines aren’t about pristine fidelity or polite tones - they’re full of unmistakable character, with sounds that still feel fresh and less familiar today: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2258828177%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-oXgEJBa5OSI\u0026amp;color=%23535353\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=false\u0026amp;show_user=false\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to Work, Not to Impress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the drum machines in this collection were designed as affordable, practical tools - not studio centerpieces. They weren’t meant to be legendary. They were meant to get the job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBut over time, those design limitations became their greatest strengths and we've found ourselves craving the sound of these early digital converters, noisy circuitry, limited memory, and straightforward yet hard-to-place sound sets. The drums lock into a groove easily. They sit in a mix without fighting for attention. They just work (unless they are broken, which is often the case!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lo-Fi-Wide.jpg?v=1773426022\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this pack, we grabbed well-known classics like the Roland R-8, DDD-1, Casio RZ-1, and Yamaha RX-11, but also less celebrated boxes like the Mattel Synsonics, Korg KPR-77 and Kawai GB-2 Session Trainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of these machines were super common in home studios (I owned a few - did you?), some appeared briefly in professional setups, and some were never taken seriously at all. Yet all of them left fingerprints on records - sometimes obvious, sometimes impossible to identify, but instantly recognizable once you really hear them, influencing countless early Chicago House, Techno, New Wave, Italo and Hip Hop records. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LF-DDD1.jpg?v=1773426022\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Focused Sound That Cuts Through Any Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drums in this pack are direct, punchy, and full of usable character. Kicks tend to be compressed, focused and present rather than oversized, making them easy to place in a mix. Snares range from tight and snappy to dry and textured, with just enough edge to stay interesting. Hi-hats and cymbals often carry a noticeable grit or movement that adds life without clutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LF-Super.jpg?v=1773426023\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside the core drum hits, you’ll also find supporting percussion and digital textures shaped by the era these machines lived in, including early digital reverbs, flangers, delays, and onboard effects that were baked into the sound of many of these boxes. These effects aren’t polished or pristine; they’re simple, musical, and full of character, adding space, motion, and depth in a way that feels immediate and familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LF-MR16.jpg?v=1773426022\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampled with Restraint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery sound in Lo-Fi Drum Machines From Mars was recorded directly from the hardware with the goal of preservation, not enhancement. No compression, no EQ, no added saturation - just careful gain staging and faithful capture. The character you hear comes from the machines themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach hit was trimmed, level-matched, and organized so it drops straight into your sampler or DAW without friction. The result is a library that feels immediate and musical from the first load, while still leaving plenty of room for your own processing and interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LF-Ableton-Racks.gif?v=1773684547\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Different Kind of Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re ready to step beyond the usual drum icons, this pack offers 750 one-shots from twenty trusted machines that followed a different path, and quietly became classics of their own. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhether you’re making house, techno, hip-hop, synthpop, indie, or anything that benefits from rhythm with personality rather than polish! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/LF-DDD5.jpg?v=1773426023\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2258828177%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-oXgEJBa5OSI\u0026amp;color=%23535353\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=false\u0026amp;show_user=false\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(750) 24 bit WAV Lo-Fi Drum Machines Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(20) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic lo-fi machines like the RZ-1, DDD-5, RX-11, DR-550, and MR-16\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGritty Bass Drums, crunchy Snares, cutting Hats and classic eighties Toms\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBongos, Congas, Guiros, Cuicas, Surdos, Claves, Snaps and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e240 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lo-Fi_Drum_Machines_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1773324088\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lo-Fi_Drum_Machines_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1774022870\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_SP_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1740674198\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (20) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ include: (11) Individual Hits and (20) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio includes: (11) Individual Hits and (20) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery include: (20) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (20) pre-made kits on 5 programs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46190945566910,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/SamplesFromMars-Lo-FiDrumMachinesFromMars-Cover-Art.jpg?v=1770048614"},{"product_id":"cassette-drums-from-mars","title":"CASSETTE DRUMS FROM MARS","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic Drums and Percussion Recorded to Cassette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalog recording mediums like tape and vinyl have always been a big part of how we make samples because of the punch, character, transient shape, and analog depth they add - especially to acoustic sources. But until now, we’d never really explored cassette. What we learned is that cassette tape isn’t just for lo-fi sounds - with the right machine, it can produce hi-fi, buttery, analog, re-pitched, and richly colored acoustic drums and percussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\" class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-ZOdZYXJM8U?rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCassette Drums From Mars is a collection of acoustic drum and percussion one-shots that captures the full range of cassette tape processing - clean and natural to crunchy, saturated and re-pitched. This pack is a must-have for anybody looking for the charm, character, and noise of tape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2307240038%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-XgzbEtru8UN\u0026amp;color=%23e26a2f\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=false\u0026amp;show_user=false\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking The Drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur journey began with recording drums at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/garyselectricstudio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGary's Electric Studio\u003c\/a\u003e, a beautiful live room known for its depth and natural ambience. The roomy, natural sound felt like the perfect counterpoint to our usual tighter, punchier drum aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/GarysElectric_MainRoom-WEB.jpg?v=1779206807\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit we recorded here was a very open-sounding jazz kit - completely different from how we’d normally tune or approach drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/GarysElectric_MainRoom_Drums-WEB.jpg?v=1779206807\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we wanted to capture our classic sound - expanding on the feel of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/collections\/Vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVinyl Drums packs\u003c\/a\u003e, but through cassette tape. So we tracked our tighter and punchier vintage Rogers kit, along with percussion, hand claps, finger snaps, and roto toms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette-Kit-Mid-White.jpg?v=1779206700\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple close mics, overheads, and room mics gave us a wide range of perspectives, which we brought up on an API console and processed in different ways - often sidechaining the overheads and room mics to the direct mics to reshape punch, movement, and space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLo-Fi Grit vs Hi-Fi Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first stage of cassette recording happened through a Tascam Portastudio 424 MkIII. It immediately gave us that classic Indie texture that only cheaper machines can. We utilized some of the onboard EQ and clipping to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette-Tascam-Tom-2.jpg?v=1779207456\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut while the Tascam gave us a sound we all recognize and love, it stripped away too much of the lowend and generally reduced the size of the drums. So we reached for the  Nakamichi MR-1, a gorgeous sounding, hi-fi cassette deck. With repro-head monitoring, it allowed us to hear exactly how the tape was responding in real time. So we were really able to dial in our full, detailed, and open sounding drums, while still carrying the softness, compression, and movement that cassette naturally adds. We couldn't believe it was cassette! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette-Nakamichi-Rack-2.jpg?v=1779209067\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we repitched the sounds on the Nakamichi and recorded them back in with and without noise reduction, building up a wide range of tonal variations and reaching for saturation, compression, EQ, clipping, and hardware processing before printing them back again for a second generation of tape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette-DBX.jpg?v=1779207455\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo Boom Bap and Beyond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you’ll find 430 one-shots and 16 pre made kits for instant jamming, with a variety of kicks, snares, hats, toms, cymbals, and percussion - leaning heavily toward classic boom bap, but flexible enough for hip-hop, house, lo-fi, and anything that benefits from acoustic drums with strong character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdescimage\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette-PercSnare.jpg?v=1776871118\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassette has a unique way of reshaping dynamics and texture, making drums feel glued together, worn in, and instantly musical. Tape compression, saturation, noise, and subtle instability give these drums a finished quality that’s hard to fake digitally. The pack spans everything from clean cassette warmth to heavily processed crunch, with acoustic hits that blur the line between live drums and electronic percussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/soundcloud%3Atracks%3A2307240038%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-XgzbEtru8UN\u0026amp;color=%23e26a2f\u0026amp;auto_play=false\u0026amp;hide_related=false\u0026amp;show_comments=false\u0026amp;show_user=false\u0026amp;show_reposts=false\u0026amp;show_teaser=false\" height=\"166\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(430) 24 bit WAV Cassette Drums Samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(12) 16x hit drum kits for instant jamming\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDusty Bass Drums, snappy Snares, classic Claps, wobbly Cymbals, dead Toms, and Roto Toms!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Variety of Percussion including Claves, Cowbells, Shakers, Tambourines, Snaps and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded to Nakamichi MR-1 and Tascam Portastudio 424 MKIII cassette decks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSampled through an API 1608 console and Apogee Symphony\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Hardware processing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e488.5 MB Unzipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Cassette_Drums_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1778776426\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Vinyl_SP_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1740674198\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Lin_Loops_From_Mars_-_About.rtf?v=1719591673\" title=\"About\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #000; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-top: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton includes (1) master drum rack containing all samples, and (12) pre-made kits racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt, Logic, Reason, SFZ include: (10) Individual Hits and (12) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio includes: (10) Individual Hits and (12) Kits instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine, Battery include: (12) pre-made kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000 and MPC2500 include: (12) pre-made kits on 3 programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC Live and MPC X include: (12) pre-made kits on 3 programs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"feature\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny 24 bit WAV Compatible DAW or Sampler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbleton Live 9.7+ (Not Intro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKontakt 5.6.5+ (Not Kontakt Player)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic 9+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaschine 2.6+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReason 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery 4.1.5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFL Studio 20.8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMPC1000, MPC2500, MPC Live, MPC X, MPC One\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samples From Mars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46669703315646,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5667\/files\/Artwork-CassetteDrumsFromMars_11886da6-9cf5-4767-ad4d-a032e3a11d1c.jpg?v=1778702673"}],"url":"https:\/\/samplesfrommars.com\/collections\/drum-samples.oembed?page=2","provider":"Samples From Mars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}