Extra warm, crispy, punchy drums!
I obsess over the subtle nuances that make sounds truly inspiring. For TDK, I put my beloved 1984 SONY TC-FX220 cassette deck to work, capturing the raw essence of my favorite drum machines and grooveboxes directly onto tape.
What’s Inside?
This pack is a labor of love, designed to deliver drums with an organic feel and soulful texture you can only get from true analog saturation. You’ll find:
- 16 Kicks: Deep, warm, and punchy, from subtle thumps to driving lows.
- 40 Snares: Crispy cracks, full-bodied thwacks, and versatile hits with character.
- 26 Claps: Distinctive, layered, and saturated claps for a vintage vibe.
- 13 Cymbals: Rich crashes and shimmering rides, given new life through tape.
- 17 Closed Hi-Hats: Tight, crisp, and textured for precise rhythms.
- 14 Open Hi-Hats: Airy, expansive, and with that beautiful tape decay.
- 65 Percussion: A diverse array of unique percs, clicks, and hits, perfect for adding intricate detail and groove.
Total: 191 high-quality, tape-processed drum samples.
The “Tape Alchemy” Process
I’m a firm believer in using the right tools to achieve a specific sound. While I love the cassette simulator on my SP-404MK2 and various tape emulation plugins, sometimes, I just want the real thing.
Every sound in TDK has been recorded through my SONY TC-FX220, then meticulously sculpted and cleaned in my DAW to ensure they are mix-ready. Finally, they’ve been processed with the unique effects of the SP-404MK2 to give them even more personality. The result? Drums that are impactful, inspiring, and instantly usable in your tracks.