Summary

Bloom Drum Machine by Excite Audio is a virtual drum instrument combining samples from vintage and modern drum machines with extensive sequencing and sound-shaping capabilities. It targets producers seeking authentic drum sounds and flexible rhythmic creation.

Features

• Extensive sample collection including vintage analog, early digital, rare electronic keyboards, modern synthesis, and designed loops.
• Powerful step sequencer designed for triggering one-shots and looping sequences with automation of effects.
• Advanced sample editing: adjust start/end points, playback speed/direction, pitch, formants, crossfade, and volume.
• Import own audio samples with drag-and-drop functionality and integration into existing banks.
• Four macros controlling effects such as Drive, ModDelay, Static, and Lo-Fi for expressive modulation.
• Three main effects modules: Bitcrush, Dynamics (compression, gating, transient control), and Reverb (Hall, Plate, Spring).
• 250 presets arranged in various categories tailored for different energies and styles.
• Synchronized to host BPM with multi-octave key mapping for samples and sequences.

Sound Sources

Samples are sourced from direct recordings of iconic 70s-90s analog drum synthesisers, early digital units, rare instruments, plus modern drum synths and sound-designed textures to capture classic and experimental tones.

Compatibility and Requirements

• Runs as VST, VST3, AU, AAX plugins and standalone application.
• Supports macOS 10.15+ (Intel & Apple Silicon) and Windows 7+ (64-bit).
• Compatible with major DAWs including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Reaper, and Reason.

Usage Context

Suitable for creating rhythms and grooves across genres like electronic, hip-hop, pop, and experimental music, providing both instant groove presets and detailed sound crafting tools.