Product Detail
Alt or Nothing! The drums in this collection were recorded by Steve Albini, the man who helped shape the alternative rock sound. Steve Albini's mark on rock music is huge. He worked on iconic albums like those by the Pixies, PJ Harvey, and Nirvana's 'In Utero'. His unique sonic touch is all over these recordings. This drum collection not only captures Steve Albini's special sound but also the atmosphere of his own studio in Chicago, Electrical Audio. The Alt - Rock EZX offers a rough, real, and raw range of drum sounds. It's perfect for the soft - loud - soft style that defines classic alt - rock. It captures Steve's unique mic placement, attention to detail, and drum tuning. You get two full kits and cymbal setups (Ludwig Club Date and DW Collector's Series), plus several extra instruments and percussion pieces. Even though it has roots in 90s alt - rock, it has a rich tonal palette for any soundscape you want to create. Features include recording by Steve Albini at Electrical Audio, five additional snares, two kicks, five cymbals, five percussion instruments (including 26' and 29' Ludwig timpani drums), and a selection of MIDI drum grooves inspired by alt - rock. Steve Albini is an engineer who has influenced alternative rock since the 80s. He avoids major label influence and lets the band and instruments shine. Electrical Audio, designed by Albini, has been a hub for hundreds of music projects since 1997. The main room in studio A, where this EZX was recorded, has unique acoustics thanks to its adobe brick walls, oak floors, and asymmetrical ceiling. The studio combines vintage and modern audio technology, with the Neotek Elite console as its centerpiece.
Using this Toontrack EZX Alt - Rock drum collection is easy. First, install the software on your computer according to the instructions that come with it. Once installed, you can access the two full kits and cymbal setups, as well as the additional instruments and percussion pieces. The MIDI drum grooves are a great starting point. Just load them into your music production software and start customizing. You can mix and match different drum sounds to create your unique alt - rock track. When using the collection, make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements to avoid any lag or glitches. For maintenance, keep your software up - to - date. Check the Toontrack website regularly for updates, which may include new features or bug fixes. Also, if you have any issues, don't hesitate to reach out to Toontrack's customer support. They can help you solve problems and get the most out of your drum collection.
