Drumagog is a plug-in that automatically
replaces drum tracks with a vast array of other samples. Engineers and producers
worldwide use Drumagog to fix and enhance existing drum tracks. Drumagog
is extremely easy to use. Just insert it onto a drum track and select your favorite
sample. Drumagog does the rest. For advanced drum replacing, Drumagog
is packed with powerful features for the ultimate in control. Drumagog comes
complete with a drum sample collection containing hundreds of samples to get you
going.
Test drive Drumagog for yourself! Download
our demo version today and see how easy it is to improve your drum tracks
Shawn
Pelton (Drummer - Saturday Night Live), one of the most in-demand drummer/percussionists
today, gives a short demo of how he uses Drumagog in his home studio. To check
it out, click the link on the right.
Compatibility PC Version: Drumagog works with
all VST and RTAS audio programs, including Pro Tools (v6.3 and
above*), Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, Live, Cakewalk, Tracktion, SAW,
Samplitude, Acid, Vegas, Sound Forge, Audition.
Windows XP and Vista are supported (native 32-bit, will run
in 64-bit OS as a 32-bit plugin).
Mac
OSX Version: Drumagog works with both G4/G5 macs, both PowerPC and Intel based,
and supports all VST, AU and RTAS audio programs, including: Pro Tools(v6.3 and
above*), Cubase, Live, Nuendo, Digital Performer, Logic, Tracktion, and GarageBand.
Mac
OS9 Version: Drumagog for OS9 only works with VST audio applications (for
example Cubase, Nuendo, Paris, and Logic). It will not work with Pro Tools on
OS9.
*Note:
Drumagog Platinum supports Pro Tools 7.0 and above only.
Cutting-Edge Triggering
Technology Drumagog's advanced triggering engine
makes drum replacing a breeze. It accurately tracks the incoming audio and replaces
even the most detailed drum nuances with ease. In addition to the basic controls
to adjust input, output, and triggering parameters, Drumagog features several
controls on its advanced page for custom tuning of the overall triggering process.
Drumagog 4.0 introduces a totally new, re-designed triggering engine for un-paralleled
triggering accuracy. The following modes are available:
Simple
Triggering Mode: This mode is recommended if minimizing CPU usage is
a priority. It works well for all but the most difficult tracks. Advanced
Triggering Mode: The advanced triggering mode provides the best triggering
performance Drumagog has to offer. It features a smart algorithm which minimizes
false triggering and maximizes sensitivity. It's particularly useful on difficult
tracks. Live Triggering Mode: This zero-latency mode is designed
for use in a live Drumagog setup. For example, when using Drumagog as an insert
on the main console in a live concert performance, or using Drumagog as a "drum
brain" for drum trigger pads. However, it doesn't offer the same triggering
quality as the other modes, and is only recommended for use in situations that
demand zero latency.
The Advanced and Live Triggering Modes
are standard in the Pro and Platinum versions only.
Multisample Support Drumagog supports dynamic, random and positional multisamples
for the ultimate in acoustic realism. Each instrument can contain several dynamic
multisamples, representing distinct volume levels. Drumagog will automatically
choose from one of these samples to match the incoming audio volume perfectly.
Random multisamples are also supported, allowing Drumagog to randomly choose between
two or more sets of samples of the same volume. Using random multisamples allows
a level of realism previously unattainable with other samplers. In addition to
dynamic and random samples, Drumagog also features positional multisamples, where
different areas of a drum or cymbal are represented by different samples. All
three of these sample types can be combined for a single sound resulting in a
very complete representation of a drum or instrument. With Drumagog's advanced
multisample support, even complex drum rolls sound realistic.
Visual Triggering Drumagog includes a visual triggering feature that simplifies
the adjustment of the triggering controls. A scrolling, real-time waveform display
is shown, with the triggering controls (sensitivity, resolution) superimposed
on top of the waveform. This provides a visual indication of exactly which incoming
hits will trigger Drumagog. For example, the sensitivity control is represented
as a horizontal line that can be moved up or down, while the audio waveform scrolls
from right to left. As the incoming audio scrolls past, it's easy to see which
audio impulses will trigger Drumagog and which won't. All the audio above the
line will cause a trigger and the audio below it will be ignored. The incoming
audio that scored a "hit" is displayed as a white dot, making it easy
to see a history of which hits caused Drumagog to trigger.
BFD Triggering (only
available in Drumagog Platinum) If you own a copy of Fxpansion's BFD or BFD2, Drumagog has
the ability to directly trigger BFD, without the need for midi or other complicated
setups. This powerful feature enables you to harness the power of BFD directly
from the Drumagog interface.
Stealth Mode Stealth mode is a powerful feature that allows all the original
audio to pass through unchanged until the trigger threshold is reached. This is
especially useful in tracks that contain both a snare and a hi-hat on a single
track. Drumagog will pass the hi-hat through, quickly crossfade into the replaced
snare sample when the snare drum is heard, then crossfade back into the hi-hat
again. The whole operation is so seamless that often it's hard to tell Drumagog's
actually on.
Positional Multisamples Drumagog introduces a new feature called positional multisamples.
Drums can now be multisampled at different stick positions. This allows the user
to "dial in" the perfect stick hit position when replacing drums. For
instance, if a part of the song calls for a bell sound from the ride cymbal, the
user simply adjusts the position control to achieve the perfect stick position.
MIDI Input and
Output (on supported hosts) Drumagog's MIDI
feature allows triggering of external drum machines and virtual instruments like
EZ Drummer, Battery, Addicitive Drums, Halion, and GigaStudio. The midi input
can allow you to use Drumagog as a "drum brain" (for triggering from
live drum pads/triggers).
The MIDI features are standard
in the Pro and Platinum versions only, and are available on supported hosts.
Advanced Sample Management Drumagog's Samples page features a visual sample management
scheme that simplifies importing and organizing of samples. Adding a sample is
as simple as dragging and dropping it onto the sample box in the center of the
page. Each multisample being used is represented as a colored rectangle within
this sample box. During playback, the individual colored rectangles flash, indicating
which multisample is being used for replacement. An "add from track"
button allows the user to grab existing drums from the current audio track and
import them into the sample box. Up to 48 multisamples are supported, and any
combination of dynamic or random multisamples is possible (previous versions of
Drumagog allowed only specific combinations of multisamples).
Dynamic Tracking Drumagog automatically tracks the incoming drum hits and
adjusts the volume of the samples it plays according to the volume of the original
hits. Sometimes however, it's desirable to control the dynamics. Drumagog provides
a dynamic tracking control that allows adjustment of how Drumagog tracks the dynamics.
This feature can be used to add a solid feel to an overly dynamic performance
without the side effects imparted by traditional audio compression.
Virtual Drum Display The virtual drum display, or drum movie, presents a sophisticated
means of representing a triggered response from Drumagog. Going beyond the standard
simple blinking LED, a small window displays a movie of an actual drum being played
in perfect synchronization with the incoming audio. This feature is particularly
useful when triggered samples are being blended with the original source track.
The image of a drum being struck is often more intuitive to the user than a flashing
light, thereby making it easier to visually catch missed triggers when the sensitivity
control is set too high. The virtual drum display does not adversely affect CPU
usage since the movie is on a separate very low-priority processing thread. Audio
playback always maintains priority.
