Welcome to Drumbada. An unique cinematic drum instrument, that
mimics the behavior of 15 native drum players, from the South America.
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Andean natives with a
group of skilled percussionists, delivering the distinctive beats of up to 15 “bombos legüeros” (rare bass drum for South America) played at the same time. TABLE OF CONTENT 1. Introduction
2. Installation - 2.1 System Requirements - 2.2 Installation Process
3. User Interface Overview
4. How it works
5. Tips and Tricks
1. INTRODUCTION
This VST takes us on a captivating journey that seamlessly merges
tradition with modernity, encapsulating the distinctive sound of the iconic "bombos legüeros" – traditional percussion instruments deeply rooted in the rich culture of the Andes in South America. Every beat of the drum has been captured and meticulously mapped, providing exceptional authenticity that transports users directly to the vast Pampas plain with every strike.
The true distinction of this VST lies in its innovative approach to the control and creative manipulation of polyrhythms. Equipped with five independent arpeggiators, it offers users a world of possibilities, allowing them to create complex and captivating polyrhythmic patterns. The ability to sculpt the rhythms with "bombos legüeros" provides unprecedented creative freedom, elevating musical performance to unexpected heights. 2. INSTALLATION
2.1 System Requirements
MacOS ● Supported on Apple Silicon (Native) and Intel Macs. ● Standalone App, VST3 and AU included. ● Works on OSX 10.7 or later. ● Host must support VSTi or AU plugins. ● 4GB RAM. ● 64 bits Plugin and Standalone.
Windows ● Standalone 64 bits App and VST3 included. ● Windows 7 or later. ● Host must support VSTi plugins. ● 4GB RAM. ● 64 bits Plug-in and Standalone.
Important Note: Pro Tools is not supported.
2. INSTALLATION
2.2 Installation Process
1. Locate the Installation File (For MacOS users, click on the PKG file, for Windows users, click on the EXE file.)
2. Run the Installer: Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the
installer.
Your plugin will be installed in these locations:
- MacOS: - Standalone: The standalone version will be installed in the "Applications" folder. - VST3: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/vst3. - AU: /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/components.
- Windows: - Standalone: The standalone version will be installed in the "Program Files" folder. - VST3: /Program Files/Common Files/VST3/.
If your DAW does not recognize Drumbada, please ensure that it is
scanning the correct folder. 9 10 11
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3. USER INTERFACE OVERVIEW
1. Crew On /Off. 6. Main Reverb. Overall reverb. 2. Edit. Allows editing of the Arpeggiators. 7. Main Volume. Overall reverb. 3. Arps On/Off. Activates or deactivates the 8. Drag Mouse over the Scene. Arpeggiators. 9. Macros. Allows assigning parameters to mouse 4. AutoPlay. Generates notes that allow combining movements. different rhythmic patterns. 10 Presets. 5. BPM (Beats per Minute). Generates notes that allow combining different rhythmic patterns 11 Settings. Settings configuration (Midi and audio preferences). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
3. USER INTERFACE OVERVIEW
EDIT 1. Velocity/Notes. Allows modifying notes and 3. Speed. Tempo. velocities for each one of the 5 channels. 4. Steps. Intervals or individual note steps that 2. Arpeggiators. Allows playing a series of notes the arpeggiator plays sequentially according to the from a chord sequentially and quickly instead of established configuration. playing them simultaneously. The arpeggiator plays the chord notes in a specific order and at a 5. Crew. This function emulates the sound as if 5 determined speed, thus creating a sequence of kick drum performers were playing the selected notes that can have an ascending, descending, arpeggiator pattern simultaneously. alternating, or other predefined pattern. It can be used to create interesting rhythmic sequences, intricate melodic patterns, and unique sound effects. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
3. USER INTERFACE OVERVIEW
EDIT 6. Spread. This function adjusts the amount of 8. Pan. Arpeggiator panning. variability or deviation allowed in the playback of each kick drum in relation to the original pattern or 9. Accent. This function progressively increases base configuration. As you adjust the "Spread" the intensity of each hit while enhancing accuracy parameter, you will affect the accuracy and in variability. This algorithm enables the creation uniformity of the execution of the 5 kick drums, of an extremely realistic effect, where each hit not determining how much they individually deviate only becomes more powerful but also exhibits from the original pattern. This can add a sense of greater precision in its subtle variations, naturalness or variation to the overall sound. contributing to a more authentic sonic experience.
7. Gain. Arpeggiator volume. 10. On/Off Arp.
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3. USER INTERFACE OVERVIEW
PRESETS 1. Banks: List of all available banks. To select one, 4. Add - Rename - Delete: Functions to add, click on the desired bank. The corresponding rename, or delete banks, categories, or presets, categories will be displayed. depending on the corresponding column.
2. Categories: List of all available categories. To 5. Save Preset: Button to save the current select one, click on the desired category. The configuration of parameters as a preset. It is corresponding presets will be displayed. saved over the selected preset.
3. Presets: List of presets.
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4. HOW IT WORKS Drumbada offers 2 ways to be used. You can play it as any drum library, by playing notes on your midi controller. Or you can use the built-in arpeggiators.
Also, you can play fixed notes by pressing the drums on the bottom middle of the interface(1). 1
4. HOW IT WORKS
DRAG THE MOUSE OVER THE SCENE
Drumbada allows you to control multiple parameters at once by dragging your mouse across the main screen(1). This allows you to manage the behavior of the 5 groups of 3 percussionists simultaneously.
To configure macros for controlling this screen, please refer to the next page. 4. HOW IT WORKS
HOW TO ASSIGN MACROS To assign macros, right-click on any of the plugin features. A window will appear with the option "Add to Mouse-Drag Controller." Click, and you're all set. With this function, a number 1 will appear next to the assigned feature, indicating that the macro is configured. 4. HOW IT WORKS
HOW TO ASSIGN MACROS
All macros are interconnected, so when you move one, they all move. You can control the macro from the macro screen. In this way, the selected parameter is assigned to the Macro control, allowing control through mouse gestures on the screen.
