
Addictive Drums 2 Explained®
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1:00
Introduction
Todd gives an overview of all the features we'll explore in Addictive Drums 2.
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7:09
Registration & Installation
Learn how to register, install and authorize Addictive Drums 2 using the XLN Online Installer.
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7:22
Stand Alone Software
Todd explores the stand-alone version of Addictive Drums 2 as well as the top section where windows and other important commands are found.
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4:08
The Gallery & Explore Pages
See how you can explore and audition AD Packs and kits.
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8:27
The Kit Page
Learn how to browse and audition kit pieces, as well as make changes to kit piece settings.
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10:19
The Edit Page - Pt. 1
The top section of the edit page has powerful kit piece shaping functions, including pitch and volume envelopes as well as the new tone designer feature.
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8:36
The Edit Page - Pt. 2
The bottom section of the edit page has insert effects, including EQ, compression, distortion and tape emulation. It also includes mic position controls for kick, snare and room mics, as well as bus send controls. Todd explores all of theses parameters.
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7:19
The FX Page
Explore XLN's 'Delerb' reverb and delay processor, how to route and tweak the two Delerbs.
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10:58
The Beats Page
Learn how to search and filter beats to find and sort your favorites. Todd explores the Grid Search feature as well as the powerful Transform function to customize beats.
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5:24
The Mixer Section
See how drums can be mixed, routed to FX, the send bus, and to individual outputs.
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5:08
The Audio Recorder & Snapshots
Learn how to use these handy features to grab drum hits and loops as audio, and how to temporarily save current settings using snapshots.
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6:03
The Map Window - Pt. 1
Explore the various MIDI map presets, including several for popular electronic drum kits, how to customize maps to kits and keyboards, as well as how to modify velocity settings for kit pieces.
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4:58
The Map Window - Pt. 2
Discover the advanced settings in the map window, including hi hat CC adjustments, positional settings and cymbal choke settings.
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8:08
Using AD2 in Host Applications
Todd uses Ableton Live, Cakewalk Sonar X3 and Presonus StudioOne 2 as examples of how to integrate Addictive Drums into your DAW.
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11:10
Pro Tools & Direct Output Routing
Learn how to use AD2 in Pro Tools, including using direct outs from AD2 to separate tracks in Pro Tools for more mixing possibilities.
Product Overview
Todd Tatnall returns with a new series on XLN Audio's Addictive Drums 2! Learn all about this world-class virtual drum software package inside and out, as well as creative uses and tips & tricks.
Todd starts with detailed videos giving you a solid Overview of the AD2 GUI, How to Register and Install it, as well as an in-depth look at the Stand Alone version of Addictive Drummer 2. Todd then breaks down the Gallery and Explore Pages, followed by the Kit, Edit, FX and Beats Pages, so you know exactly where to find all the important features and functions, and how to use them.
Continuing on, Todd now reveals the Mixer Section, and How to Route, Mix and Send different signals to different places within AD2 for further Applying of Effects and Outputs. The Audio Recorder and Snapshots are then explained, allowing you to Grab Drum Hits and Loops as Audio, and Save Current Settings Using Snapshots.
The Map Window is now up, and you'll discover the various MIDI Map Presets, including several for Popular Electronic Drum Kits, How to Customize Maps to Kits and Keyboards, as well as How to Modify Velocity Settings for Kit Pieces, Hi-Hat CC Adjustments, Positional Settings and Cymbal Choke Settings.
Wrapping up the series, Todd shows you How to Use AD2 in Different DAW Hosts, including How to Setup Multiple Direct Outs from AD2 into Separate Tracks in the DAW. If you're ready to become addicted to stellar drums sounds, get "Addictive Drums 2 Explained" today and make your drum tracks shine.
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Reviews
Submitted 6 months ago
Very Helpful
Exact and Straight Forward
I am a: Musician, Sound Designer
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 9 months ago
Thorough (mostly) review of how to use AD2
Great over all, but it didn’t provide a nagging answer as to wtf the My Beats tab does, or, how to use it. I shouldn’t hold that against this course, however, because Addictive Drums doesn’t explain it, either.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Very good
Simple to follow
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
AD2 in detail!
This instructional presents most aspects of AD2, although they skimmed/skipped some features like sync play/stop feature, Mark 1st Beat, beat customization, using an electronic drumset controller, etc. Overall, very in-depth and solid presentation of AD2 functionalities.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Great Tutorial
This is the best tutorial I've gone through for Addictive Drums. All I need to know in very simplified steps. Good work
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Full of good stuff
It had a great amount of good info on getting to use Addictive Drums. I can't wait to put it to use.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, FL Studio, Pro Tools
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
It´s a revelation
I knew that Addictive Drums 2 was a very powerful tool, but in this course, I was able to realize that the possibilities of programming are very extensive. All very clear, precise and easy to use. Thank U very much
I am a: Professional, Musician, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Awesome Course
I have addictive drums 1 and 2 and I never knew of the possibilities that this powerful software provided. I have only been using it to quickly grab beats and drag into my projects. Thanks for the great explanation video I cant wait to get under the hood of this program.
I am a: Beginner, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Excellent Course
Comprehensive and clearly presented at just the right speed to enable understanding without too many replays. I would buy other courses by this presenter.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 years ago
Excellent Overview!
Got through it all in one sitting. Had no problem applying whet I had learned in several of my DAW apps.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Cakewalk Sonar, Mixcraft, Reason, Reaper
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 6 months ago
Very Helpful
Exact and Straight Forward
I am a: Musician, Sound Designer
Submitted 9 months ago
Thorough (mostly) review of how to use AD2
Great over all, but it didn’t provide a nagging answer as to wtf the My Beats tab does, or, how to use it. I shouldn’t hold that against this course, however, because Addictive Drums doesn’t explain it, either.
Submitted 1 year ago
Very good
Simple to follow
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Logic Pro
Submitted 1 year ago
AD2 in detail!
This instructional presents most aspects of AD2, although they skimmed/skipped some features like sync play/stop feature, Mark 1st Beat, beat customization, using an electronic drumset controller, etc. Overall, very in-depth and solid presentation of AD2 functionalities.
Submitted 2 years ago
Great Tutorial
This is the best tutorial I've gone through for Addictive Drums. All I need to know in very simplified steps. Good work
Submitted 2 years ago
Full of good stuff
It had a great amount of good info on getting to use Addictive Drums. I can't wait to put it to use.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, FL Studio, Pro Tools
Submitted 2 years ago
It´s a revelation
I knew that Addictive Drums 2 was a very powerful tool, but in this course, I was able to realize that the possibilities of programming are very extensive. All very clear, precise and easy to use. Thank U very much
I am a: Professional, Musician, Logic Pro
Submitted 2 years ago
Awesome Course
I have addictive drums 1 and 2 and I never knew of the possibilities that this powerful software provided. I have only been using it to quickly grab beats and drag into my projects. Thanks for the great explanation video I cant wait to get under the hood of this program.
I am a: Beginner, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cubase
Submitted 3 years ago
Excellent Course
Comprehensive and clearly presented at just the right speed to enable understanding without too many replays. I would buy other courses by this presenter.
Submitted 3 years ago
Excellent Overview!
Got through it all in one sitting. Had no problem applying whet I had learned in several of my DAW apps.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Cakewalk Sonar, Mixcraft, Reason, Reaper