Excite Snare Drum Pro

EXC!TE SNARE DRUM PRO

The EXC!TE SNARE DRUM PRO is an advanced virtual instrument designed for musicians and sound designers seeking detailed control over snare drum sounds. This plugin is compatible with Linux, Mac, and Windows operating systems and can be used as a VST3 or AudioUnit (AU) plugin, making it versatile for various digital audio workstations (DAWs).

Features and Benefits

This PRO version expands on the capabilities of the free version, offering several advanced features to enhance your sound experimentation:

• Side-Chain Input: This feature allows you to incorporate external excitation signals, such as a piezoelectric disk connected to your microphone input, enabling unique sound manipulation.
• Frequency Shift: Users can play different resonances by utilizing an external input, providing greater versatility in sound design.
• Crunch Parameter: This option modifies the timbre of the snare sound, allowing for a richer and more textured audio experience.

The plugin is particularly appealing for those who enjoy experimenting with sound and desire intimate control over complex sound generation. Users can interact with the snare sound by playing it with their hands or drumsticks, adding a tactile element to their music production.

System Requirements

To run EXC!TE SNARE DRUM PRO, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

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

• Hardware:

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

• Operating Systems:

  • Mac OS 10.12 or later (M1/Apple Silicon processors are supported).
  • Windows 10 (other versions are untested).
  • Linux (64-bit Intel/AMD processors; compatibility tested on Ubuntu 21.04 and 21.10, likely to work on other distributions).

Compatibility

EXC!TE SNARE DRUM PRO is compatible with any VST3 or AudioUnit host. Some of the tested DAWs include:

• 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, Apple GarageBand, and Logic are also supported.

However, certain DAWs, such as Samplitude and Presonus Studio One, currently do not support the audio sidechain functionality due to limitations in VST3 compatibility.

Additional Information

The EXC!TE SNARE DRUM PRO plugin is designed with user privacy in mind; it contains no trackers, user analytics, or copy protection measures. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, ensuring a smooth user experience.

To ensure compatibility, users are strongly encouraged to test the free version before purchasing the PRO version. If the free version operates successfully on your setup, the PRO version will also work seamlessly.

For further assistance and discussions, users can visit the dedicated forum category for the EXC!TE SNARE DRUM.