AudioRealism Drum Machine

As the name suggests, AudioRealism Drum Machine is a drum simulator and an audio plugin that combines the sounds of famous classic machines from the 80's. While it packs 25 drum generators, some of them include two sounds and can be further mixed to obtain unique sounds. For instance, the 606 drum bass sounds were intentionally extended with additional parameters like attack and tuning.

Moreover, the app supports the use of custom samples via the sequencer either as standalone or in combination with the sounds embedded. Essentially, the use of the tool can be expanded indefinitely and solely the imagination is the limit.

A noteworthy feature is the Pattern Controlled FX that can be employed to automate the drum machine parameters. Depending on the mix, users can seamlessly edit the Q and cutoff parameters, the amount of snap for individual steps or toggle between handclap to maracas to generate a polyphony effect.

On a side note, the developer advises to make sure that the part selected is not the PCF when making changes, as otherwise the results are the FX automation and not live changes of the sound. When in PCF mode, the app stores any changes to the instrument parameters, so make sure the ones needed are on.