Excite Snare Drum

EXC!TE SNARE DRUM

EXC!TE SNARE DRUM is a free VST3 and AU plugin designed for rich and intuitive snare drum synthesis. It enables users to trigger ultra-realistic snare sounds through MIDI notes, making it an essential tool for musicians and producers looking to enhance their drum tracks. The plugin utilizes advanced physical modeling technology to create a realistic snare drum sound, allowing for intricate control over various parameters.

Key Features

The plugin's main feature is its built-in exciter, which allows users to adjust several important parameters, including:

• Tip Hardness: This affects the tonal quality and attack of the snare drum sound, enabling users to customize the response based on their playing style.
• Rimshot Parameters: Users can fine-tune the rimshot sound, adding further realism and versatility to the snare drum’s capabilities.
• Probability Curve: The MIDI-triggered values can be manipulated using a bell-shaped probability curve, creating a more organic and dynamic playing experience.

The exciter feeds into a waveguide resonator algorithm, which provides additional control over various aspects of the snare sound, including:

• Drumhead Tuning: Users can modify the tuning of the drumhead to achieve the desired pitch and resonance.
• Snare Tension: This parameter allows adjustments to the tightness of the snare wires, affecting the overall sound quality.
• Hit Position: Players can simulate different striking locations on the drum, further enhancing the realism of the sound.

System Requirements

To utilize the EXC!TE SNARE DRUM plugin, your system must meet the following requirements:

• General: 64-bit VST3 and AU plugin, requiring a 64-bit CPU and operating system.

• Hardware:

  • Memory: A minimum of 4 GB RAM is required, although it is recommended to have at least 8 GB for optimal performance.
  • Disk Space: Approximately 25 MB of free disk space is needed for installation.

• Operating Systems:

  • Mac OS 10.12 or later, including compatibility with M1/Apple Silicon processors.
  • Windows 10 or later (other versions are currently untested).
  • Linux with 64-bit Intel/AMD processors, verified on Ubuntu 21.04 and 21.10, and likely compatible with other distributions.

Compatibility with DAWs

EXC!TE SNARE DRUM is compatible with any DAW that supports VST3 or AudioUnit plugins. The following digital audio workstations (DAWs) have been tested for compatibility:

• Ableton Live: Versions 10.1 and higher.
• Bitwig: Version 3.3 and higher.
• Reaper: Version 6.28 and higher.
• Ardour: Version 6.5 and higher.
• Cubase, MOTU Digital Performer, and Apple GarageBand or Logic are also supported.

Limitations

Currently, the audio sidechain feature in the PRO version is not operational due to incomplete VST3 support in specific DAWs, including Samplitude and Presonus Studio One.

Community and Support

Users are encouraged to engage with the community and ask questions on the forum dedicated to EXC!TE SNARE DRUM. This platform allows users to discuss features, seek assistance, and share experiences.

In summary, EXC!TE SNARE DRUM is an innovative plugin that provides users with a powerful tool for creating realistic snare drum sounds, making it a valuable addition to any music production setup.