Sonoma Wire Works: DrumCore 4 Ultra Drum Kit List

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DrumCore 4 Ultra Drum Kits List

DrumCore 4 Ultra contains 50 GB of content, including 404 items (265 GrooveSets (22,000 audio and 3,000 MIDI loops and fills) by 18 drummers, and 139 multi-velocity sampled kits). DC4 Ultra is offered as a download. All GrooveSets and Drum Kits by all DC4 drummers are listed and described on the Drummer Bios page and are available for preview and purchase in the store built into DC4. Buy DC4 Ultra (Upgrade/Crossgrade/New) for $399-$639. DrumCore 4 Ultra Plus ($2999) is a different product that contains over 90 GB of content, including 930 items (the entire DC4 Library as of 12/2020). Email sales@sonomawireworks.com for upgrade/crossgrade info.

DC4's Drum Kits feature high-quality, multi-velocity drum samples, as played by celebrity drummers, and some of the best studio musicians. Each Kit is MIDI-mapped, and customizable, making it easy to use with an external controller. More in the FAQ and User Guide pdf (Chapter 5).

Below is the list of Drum Kits in Ultra. See the GrooveSets in Ultra.


	Drummer	Drum Kit	Description
1	Alan White	AW Brownesque Kit	Big room tone dominates the sound of this kit, which features Alan's standard six-tom setup. The long tails on all of these hits are ideal for creating a big rhythm section sound, especially booming, rolling fills in your breakdowns.
2	Alan White	AW Endless Dream Kit	These drums packs feature lots of low end, and satisfying resonance, while the rest of the kit pieces and percussion have a very crisp, tactile tonality. This kit is ideal for creating a drum mix that fills the spectrum to its fullest.
3	Alan White	AW Full Throttle Kit	Similar to Alan's other kits, this six-tom set has lots of low end, but these drums carry a slightly darker, duller sound, making them a fine contrast to brighter, fuller melodies.
4	Alan White	AW Machine Kit	Want an even darker tone than the Full Throttle Kit? The Machine kit has an even flatter, darker sound, with the high end given a dramatic cut, and a lot of the boom notched out. The result is a kit that will sit nicely in a mix with lots of low-end elements, like melodic basslines, as well as one with bright melodies.
5	Alan White	AW New Day Kit	Want drums with lots of air? This is the kit for you, with lots of high end in every piece, but still with lots of body you should expect from a kit played by Alan White.
6	Alan White	AW Shoot High Kit	A great mix between some of Alan's other kits--the Shoot High Kit has a flatter tone, with filtered high end, but lots of big room boominess, making these drums ones that carve out their own space in the mix.
7	Alan White	AW Six Gun Kit	This kit brings just a touch of high-end sizzle, and a medium room sound. Check out the character of the snare, especially--lots of ring!
8	Alan White	AW Snow White Kit	The snare sounds are what define this kit--with snares on, there's a satisfying rattle, while the side stick has a lot of big room sound crack, and snares off has a long, low tone. The rest of this kit has lots of big room boominess, and just enough air to give the pieces a more \"distant-miked\" feel.
9	Alan White	AW Sound Chaser Kit	All of the pieces in this kit have a more metallic ring to them, but that goes especially for the snare and tom sounds. The kick sounds in this kit have a dark, flat tone to them, that lets the beater sound cut through nicely.
10	Alan White	AW Square Seven Kit	This is the most reined-in of Alan's kits, as all the pieces sound band-passed, and the boominess of his other kits is absent here. Instead, each piece has a very intimate, close-miked feel, making this kit ideal for creating messy, crowded drum patterns where you want each kit piece to sit close to its resonant frequency, without overcrowding your whole mix.
11	Urban GT	Acrylic	Just what you'd expect from a standard acrylic kit--rounded, punchy tone with lots of shimmer on the high end, but a colder sound overall. This kit has \"ready to Rock 'n' Roll\" written all over it.
12	Alan White	Alan White Kit	Classic prog drum sounds from a classic prog drummer--this is the one-size-fits-all of all of Alan White's kits. Long reverb tails and lots of boominess in the kicks and toms, for that big, stadium sound, but close-miked tones from the rest of the kit pieces, allowing them to slice right through the drum mix.
13	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Jump	The room tone in this kit is huge, with long reverb tails on the kick and toms, giving them satisfying boominess, and making these drum tones ideal for sparser drum mixes and ballads. Add to that a subtle phaser effect on the snare, giving it just enough movement to make it cut through the mix, and give the whole kit a bit of extra character that'll make your rhythms really stand out.
14	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Kit	You can't miss the punchiness of the snare in this kit--it's in your face, and made to cut through dense mixes, for when you really want your drums to hold a steady backbeat. With a muted, more subtle kick and hard gated toms as a subtle counterbalance, these drums are just the thing for creating atmosphere, but with a lot of grit right up front.
15	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Modslam	Long reverb tails on the closed hi-hat and side stick make these two pieces the standouts in this kit, which is great for creating softer or more sparse drum mixes. Supported by a reined-in kick and toms, and with lots of high end sizzle on the cymbals, you'll find your more intricate compositions will especially shine with these drum tones holding it down.
16	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Oil	Hard stick attack and a long ring on the snare tones make this kit just the thing you want for a harder rocking tune, with a gritty feel, and with tight tom tones with a lot of boom at their back, any song with attitude is going to have a little bit of extra push with this kit in the rhythm section.
17	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Piccolo	True to its name, this kit features piccolo snare tones, with a lot of high end and a hard crack on the stick attack. If you're looking for a kit with full-bodied kick and toms, but want your snares to sit higher up in the mix, this kit is just the right tool for the job.
18	Ben Smith	Ben Smith Shofunk	All of the pieces in this kit have long reverb tails, and a big room sound that really gives these drums a lot of presence, from the hard crack of the snare to the deep boom of the low tom. This kit is made for crafting funky, intricate rhythms.
19	Ben Smith	Ben Smith TV Foot	The kick, snare, and toms are all hard gated in this kit, giving them a distinctly punchy feel, and very short tails--just the kind of setup you want for making denser drum mixes where the pieces might conflict. You're definitely gonna want this one for a tune that cracks.
20	Urban GT	Electronic	If you're a fan of drum machines, you've come to the right place. This kit features a unique blend sampled 808 sounds, paired with a diverse blend of sampled drums and percussion instruments, to fill out your rhythms.
21	Urban GT	GT Ldwg Sparkle 68 Blues	This kit has that classic Ludwig maple sound--warm and full-bodied--and just the right balance of subtle snare rattle, sharp side stick, gated tom tones with bright stick attack, and understated understated but punchy kick. Ideal for Jazz and Blues, but versatile enough for Indie Rock.
22	Urban GT	GT Ldwg Sparkle Ballad	The bright ping of the cymbals in this kit makes for a satisfying counterbalance to the smooth, rounded tones of the snare and toms. Played with a slightly softer touch for ballads, these drums have that vintage Ludwig maple tone that's nothing short of classic.
23	Urban GT	GT Ldwg Sparkle Motown	That Motown sound is one that can't be beat, and these drums are right on the money. With its low, punchy kick, tightly-tuned toms, crisp snare rattle that slices through that wall of sound, and cymbals that shimmer, this kit has Soul for days.
24	Urban GT	GT Ldwg Sparkle RP 101	A veritable standard in drums, this is the utility knife of the beloved maple kit sound. With its bright, high-attack snare, toms that punch hard, and a kick with a snap that will give your rhythms some solid drive, this kit will give Rock and Pop tunes alike a nice bit of polish.
25	Urban GT	GT Ldwg Sparkle RP 102	With its classic maple sound and slightly muted tones, this kit is every bit the Rock and Pop standard that made Ludwig drums so legendary, but with a reined-in feel that will let you drop in some high end melody with ease.
26	Urban GT	HHP Classic	The b-boy vibes run deep with this kit, made specially for writing old school style Hip-Hop beats, and featuring a unique blend of electronic and sampled drums.
27	Urban GT	HHP Dawghouse	If you're feeling nostalgic for new jack swing style rhythms for your R&B tunes, this kit has all the right flavors. With its killer combination of a cracking electronic snare, and a heavily processed kick with a lot of punch, these drums will have you laying down funky synth lines in no time.
28	Urban GT	HHP Def	Bright electronic drums give this kit an upbeat tone, making these drums ideal for throwback Pop and R&B tunes, and more danceable Hip-Hop jams. Features a nice blend of acoustic toms and cymbals for giving your rhythms some extra depth in fills and breakdowns.
29	Urban GT	HHP Fatty	If you're looking to make some old-school NYC style Hip-Hop, these lo-fi style electronic drums hit just the right note. The heavily processed snare cracks hard, and when paired with the deep punch of the kick, makes for some unstoppably danceable rhythms.
30	Urban GT	HHP Freaky	The more danceable side of 80's Pop and Hip-Hop come to life in this kit--versatile enough for for anything from voguing to uprocking.
31	Urban GT	HHP Funky	If you're down with the sounds of the funky drummer, this kit is for you, and feature a satisfying blend of a punchy, 808-style kick, heavily processed snare tones, and a mixture of both electronic and analog toms and cymbals.
32	Urban GT	HHP Garage	A straightforward homage to the early days of sampling culture, this kit has all the dark tonality of drum hits pulled right off a classic funk record, paired with a few electronic hits for giving your rhythms some bright accents. In other words, that snare tone says \"amen\", but that clap says, \"rock\".
33	Urban GT	HHP Gator	Late 80's Pop style drums with a distinct blend of sample-based drum machine hits for the kick, snares, and clap, paired with a nice blend of clean toms and hi-hats. This kit is made for rhythms that will have you doing the Running Man like it was yesterday.
34	Urban GT	HHP Homer	The golden age of Hip-Hop is made on drums of this caliber--dark and punchy samples that sound lifted straight off a classic Funk record, paired with carefully-selected 808-style hits.
35	Urban GT	HHP House Party	Sharp crack on the snare samples paired with a booming kick, crunchy clap, and sizzling hi-hat give these electronic drums just the right feel for one part Pop and one part party-style Hip-Hop. In other words, this kit is made for straight up jams!
36	Urban GT	HHP Jumpshot	If you like the classic sounds of 8-bit, digitally sampled drums, this is just the kit for you, and your New Wave ways.
37	Urban GT	HHP Mama	Get ready to climb into the ring after hearing the 1-2 punch of these drums--they're a TKO of golden age Hip-Hop goodness.
38	Urban GT	HHP Mini	Early 90's Hip-Hop had its roots deep in that smoky Jazz club sound, and this kit is proof of just how timeless a feel it is. Featuring a limited selection of electronic drums and favoring crisp, full-bodied Jazz kit samples, these drums have an intimate feel that makes for a versatile songwriting tool.
39	Urban GT	HHP Nasty	A refreshing blend of crunchy electronic drums and recorded drum samples with lots of space, this kit is just the thing for 90's style Pop tunes. Just the thing for laying down a catchy synth line and some vocals with attitude.
40	Urban GT	HHP Oldschool	Old school Hip-Hop never did go out of style, and with this kit, which features a satisfying blend 808-style hits and sampled live drums, you'll be cranking out funky breaks in no time.
41	Urban GT	HHP Puffer	This kit has that early 80s, sample-based drum machine sound that defined Pop for at least a decade, and is hard-wired into the feel of a good party track. The deep thump of the kicks and crack of the snares alone make these drums the stuff of Pop gold.
42	Urban GT	HHP Pump it Up	With a huge, punchy kick and bright, metallic electronic snares, this kit has that jump-up feel of late 80s to early 90s R&B and Hip-Hop that says, \"party rockin'\" all over the place.
43	Urban GT	HHP Quik	Crunchy, downsampled sounds dominate this kit, which is perfect for crafting golden age, NYC style Hip-Hop beats.
44	Urban GT	HHP Radar	SFX for your drums? Yes please! The bright, pitched snares with synth tones layered in are a great contrast to the low, noisy rumble of the kick, and the bright crack of the clap in this kit. Just the thing for getting a bit experimental in the studio.
45	Urban GT	HHP Sandy	These electronic drums appeal to the sound designer in every producer--high-pitched snare, clap, and hi-hat make this kit ideal for minimal-style House and Techno tracks, while the thick punch of the kick gives them lots of body--just the thing for dance music.
46	Urban GT	HHP Slammer	Hard-compressed drums have a special place in Hip-Hop, and that squished-to-hell punch is just the thing to cut through an especially dense mix. This kit has that classic sound in spades, from fat kicks, cracking snares, and a clap with some serious teeth.
47	Urban GT	HHP Tubbz	Want Hip-Hop drums with loads of low end? The low boom in the kicks makes this kit the #1 undisputed champion. Pair 'em up with the crunchy, metallic snares, and you've got the backbone of a seriously infectious beat.
48	Urban GT	HHP Vinyl	Vinyl junkies rejoice! This kit comes with a little bit of crackle in the tails of the main kick and snare, lending just the right amount of surface noise to give your drums that sampled-off-the-wax feel.
49	Urban GT	HHP Wicked	Ideal for minimal, driving rhythms made for layering melodies on top, this kit nails the early 90s danceable Pop sound.
50	Jazz/Latin	Jazz Brush	Tuned a bit higher than your traditional Rock drum kit, these brushed Jazz drums have that unmistakable small kit tonality, with lots of impact on the low end opposite a refreshing high-end brightness gently muted by the brushed hits. A catch-all for small arrangements, this kit is ideal for cooking up some especially tasty grooves.
51	Jeff Anthony	Jeff Anthony Kit	Drenched in reverb, this kit has a raw, live feel that makes it an ideal player in a wide range of genres of music--so long as you're looking to craft a lush arrangement around your rhythms. The kick and snare are softly gated, letting them punch through the mix, and the cymbals have a pleasing high-end sizzle that lets them easily drift over the top.
52	Jeff Anthony	Jeff Anthony Tekno Kit	A heavily-filtered, metallic snare and punchy, processed kick drum dominate this kit, which is a hybrid of electronic and live instruments. The ride, hi-hat, and toms are all live drums, but both crash tones included are also heavily processed--the first having a soft attack, and the second reversed--to really give things an unsettling feel.
53	John Bishop	John Bishop Kit	Warm and rich, this Jazz kit has an understated tonality that lends itself nicely to larger musical arrangements. With pronounced stick attack on the snare and tom tones, and rounded kick tone, these drums will dance above the horn section, and rumble beneath the double bass.
54	John Tempesta	John Tempesta 007	The toms in this kit are made for crafting thunderous rhythms, and when paired with the hard attack of the kick and the crisp crack of the snare, you have the makings of a pretty hard-rocking backbeat.
55	John Tempesta	John Tempesta FA	John tunes his toms down a bit for this kit, which as a darker, flatter tone throughout, giving the pieces lots of low end rumble. There's just the right amount of space in these drums for songs with a doomier feel, or for layering low vocals.
56	John Tempesta	John Tempesta Freud	The attack of the beater on the kick drum in this kit is so pronounced, it sits right in the middle of the mix, making it easy to build a tune with a lot of hard punch. In contrast, the snare has a lower, rounded tone, giving it the kind of distinct presence you want leading any complex rhythm.
57	John Tempesta	John Tempesta GM	You can't go wrong with a sonorous kick drum tone that has cutting sharp attack, and when accompanied by a dark, rattling snare and crisp cymbals, they make for a formidable Metal rhythm section. Better still, if you like double pedal rhythms and technical patterns, this kit is made to deliver.
58	John Tempesta	John Tempesta GP	The kick in this kit is hard gated, giving it just enough space in the mix to punctuate a rhythm, while a brighter snare with lots of high end sizzle dominates--just the right pairing for faster, harder rhythms, and a touch of double pedal.
59	John Tempesta	John Tempesta Grappa	John pitches his snares up and plays with a bright, open tone in this kit, allowing for snare patterns that sit higher up in the mix. These drums ideal for tunes with dense arrangements in the lower registers, and with the low rumble with high beater tone of the kick to go along with it, make for an excellent compliment to especially hard-rocking material.
60	John Tempesta	John Tempesta Julio	The snare in this kit has a dark, full tone that rings out fully, but with very subtle snaring--just enough to give the stick attack a bright crack. When brought into the rest of John's kit--with its thunderous lows--makes for an ideal rhythm section for Alternative and Hardcore, especially.
61	John Tempesta	John Tempesta McLay	Bright, metallic tones on the snare make for a satisfying pairing with the shimmer on the cymbals in this kit--you'll find yourself using this drum for more than just the backbeat, because of its higher pitch and cutting timbre. It's a nice balance to the deep tom tones and sharp beater attack on the kick.
62	John Tempesta	John Tempesta Soho	The live feel of the snare in this kit, with its big room tone, is great for lending depth to any drum mix, while John cranks up the snare pitch, making for rhythms that will sit just below the cymbals. For songs that are heavy and the lower and mid-range, your rhythms will cut through the mix like a hot knife through butter.
63	Gregg Keplinger	Keplinger BeBop	Just what you'd expect from a tightly-miked Jazz kit; warm and punchy kick tones, snappy snare and sidestick, and painstakingly-tuned toms. Add to that some washy cymbals to give lots of height to this mellow kit, making it just the thing to round out your quartet.
64	Gregg Keplinger	Keplinger Brushed Jazz	Gregg plays this whole kit with brushes, giving everything softer, more muted tones ideal for BeBop with that small Jazz club feel.
65	Gregg Keplinger	Keplinger Jazz Waltz	The snare in this kit has a subdued tone, paired with a higher tension snare sound, giving much more emphasis to the release on the hits on this drum. The result is a Jazz kit that has a washy, atmospheric sound, made for tunes that want an understated rhythm section.
66	Lonnie Wilson	LW Alt Country	The huge room sound in these drums is impossible to miss--each kit piece fully rings out, making this set ideal for when you want a mix that's drenched in reverb. Whether you're making Nashville-style Country or lo-fi Indie Rock, the bright, live feel in this kit will give your tunes some serious shine.
67	Lonnie Wilson	LW Alt Country Blstx	Lonnie plays with rute drumsticks in this kit, giving each tone a sharp attack, and softened rolloff. It's especially noticeable in the snare tones, which have more noise than when played with standard drumsticks, and the change gives the whole kit a softer focus, making it sit back in the mix enough to make your leads and solos pop.
68	Lonnie Wilson	LW Alt Country Brushed	Lonnie plays this kit with brushes, fully softening the tone of both the attacks and rolloffs of each drum tone. Paired with a huge room sound, these drums are ideal for lush arrangements with lots of depth.
69	Lonnie Wilson	LW Ballad Blstx	Played with rute drumsticks, this kit is a nice pairing of the softer tones lent by the change in sticks with the big room sound present in so many of Lonnie's kits. The result is drums tones that have sharp attacks, but more diffuse releases, for a kit that sits back in the mix, but cuts through when it needs to.
70	Lonnie Wilson	LW Ballad Brushed	This kit is all about the softer touch, from a muted, rounded kick tone, to snare and toms played with brushes, to a big room sound with long reverb tail--just the thing for crafting a tune with an intimate feel, regardless of the arrangement size.
71	Lonnie Wilson	LW Blstx 4inch Snare	It's amazing how much the tone of a snare can affect a whole kit, and this one, which Lonnie plays with rutes, features a 4\" snare that has a high and bright timbre that's ideal for bass-heavy and sparse arrangements.
72	Lonnie Wilson	LW Blstx 6inch Snare	The contrast of the darker tone of the 6\" snare used in this kit with the sharp attack of Lonnie's rute drumsticks brings the whole drum mix down into the mid-range. You'll find these drums are just the thing for denser arrangements, and pieces with a lot going on in the highs.
73	Lonnie Wilson	LW Brush 4inch Snare	This kit, played with brushes, features a 4\" snare that's high and bright, making for rhythms that sit higher up in the mix. If you're looking for drums that have a softer tone for your smaller arrangements, these fit the bill quite nicely.
74	Lonnie Wilson	LW Brush 6inch Snare	Lonnie plays this kit with brushes, giving each hit a softer tone, and uses a 6\" snare, which brings the tone of the whole kit into darker, mid-range heavy territory. If you're crafting slower or quieter tunes with lots of layers, these drums will add just the right touch.
75	Lonnie Wilson	LW Half Time Ballad	If you're looking to craft a ballad where each drum hit rings out fully, you've come to the right place. Long reverb tails and lots of bright high end define this kit, which is just the thing for minimal rhythms, where impact is the goal.
76	Lonnie Wilson	LW Outlaw	Soft and dark, this kit is distinct for its restrained tones paired with sharp stick attack. The snares especially have a flatter tone to them, carving out space in the mix for upper midrange musical content--like that sweet walking bassline you've been working on!
77	Lonnie Wilson	LW Power Ballad	This kit is just what you want for making an epic power ballad. Featuring a huge room sound with long reverb tails, booming toms for your fills, sharp stick attack on the snare and side stick, and crisp hi-hats, these drums are just the thing for backing up your soulful vocals and wailing guitar solos.
78	Luis Conte	Luis Conte	A nice cross-section of a traditional drum kit mixed with a variety Latin-style pieces, this set is ideal for Latin-inspired music with a Western feel. Features basic kicks and snares, but with the toms replaced with tumba (low conga) and the Brazilian surdo and repique. No hi-hat either, but three cowbells, and a wide variety of conga, timbale, and shaker varieties. Your Pop tunes will never be the same!
79	Luis Conte	Luis Conte Basic	All the pieces you need for Latin-influenced drums, all in one place. This kit includes traditional Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, West African, and Western drums and percussion instruments, making it as versatile as it is varied.
80	Luis Conte	Luis Conte ChaCha	Can you cha-cha-chá? This kit can! Comprised of delightful blend of Luis' signature mix of Brazilian, West African, and Afro-Cuban instruments, you'll find yourself making danceable rhythms in no time!
81	Luis Conte	Luis Conte Comparsa	This is the sound of Carnival--the bright timbales, booming djembe and udo drums, and vibrant repiques. The lively feel in this kit is impossible to miss, and hard to beat!
82	Luis Conte	Luis Conte Merengue	Looking for drums that satisfy your needs for the quick rhythms of Merengue? This kit is just the right thing, featuring Brazilian, West African, and Afro-Cuban drums, including congas, djembes, repiques, and guayos, allowing you to capture the rhythms for a wide range of regional Merengue styles.
83	Luis Conte	Luis Conte Salsa	Fusing traditional Latin and Afro-cuban instruments, this kit is just the right blend of drums and percussion for crafting that perfect, Salsa rhythm. Like the genre itself, Luis blends Afro-Cuban, West African, Brazilian, and Western elements in this kit, making it just the thing for a wide range of genre interpretations--and an even wider range of music beyond that.
84	Luis Conte	Luis Conte Sympathy	This kit, which features a mixture of softer Latin instruments, including hand-drummed repiques and timbales, the muted tones of tamboras, and a variety of shakers, is just the right thing for a dense drum mix for anything from Latin Jazz to Pop. Hope you guessed the right name.
85	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron 3-4 Swing	With a distinct Jazz kit feel, these drums feature flatter, rounder kick and tom tones that are sculpted to sit toward the low end of the mix, paired with bright snares that are honed to sit squarely in the upper midrange, and cymbals and hats that shimmer up above. With such clear delineations for each kit piece, these drums are especially ideal for smaller arrangements, and crafting an intimate feel.
86	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron 6UG	This kit has some serious thump in the kick, darker, grittier snare tones, and very tightly-tuned toms--just the thing for 90's style Alternative tunes.
87	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Back Six	This kit is a clear hybrid of tones that are great from anything from Jazz to Alternative, making it a versatile tool to have in your library. Featuring a booming kick, precisely tuned toms, softened snare tones, and cymbals and hats that add nice high-end sparkle, these drums just the thing for crossing genres.
88	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Basher 1	Basher is certainly an accurate name for this kit, which features Matt hitting the drums hard, and letting them ring out fully. If your tune calls for drums that punch through the mix and are heavily accented, you can't go wrong with these holding it down.
89	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Boris	The deep boom of the kick in this kit is so satisfying, you might find using it in your songs becomes a regular habit! Complemented by snare tones that have some serious bite, and punchy, rounded toms, these drums are just the thing for when you want a rhythm section that's in-your-face, with a lot of body.
90	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Flower 1	This kit is bright and punchy, from the sharp crack of the snare hits to the high beater tone of the kicks. If you're making bass-heavy music, the balance in these drums is just right for making sure every kit piece has a lot of impact, but sits a bit higher in the mix, giving your rhythms satisfying presence.
91	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron MC Rock 1	Dominated by darker, more muted tones, this kit is an ideal pairing to brighter, warmer arrangements that want subtle rhythms. As a nice balance to the flatter, rounder kick and toms, however, are snare tones that have just enough stick attack to ensure sure your backbeats will punch through, making this a great kit for Pop and Indie Rock, especially.
92	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Nile	Crunchy and tactile are the best way to describe the kick and snare combo in this kit, with its tight, metallic tones. These drums are made tunes with a darker feel, and will easily yield infectious Hip-Hop rhythms to gritty Alternative beats.
93	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Nile 2	This kit has a lot of air--shimmering hi-hat and cymbal tones, high and bright snares, and kicks that pair punch with a beater tone that sits way up in the mix. If your tunes are mid-range heavy, this kit will ensure your rhythms slice through even denser arrangements.
94	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Nile 3	The vividly metallic snare tones, and sonorous toms in this kit are hard to miss, while the low, flat kick tone takes a backseat, making these drums ideal for crafting some seriously flashy grooves. Ideal for tunes that call for putting the rhythm section right up front.
95	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Rock Hall	The deep thud of the kick drum in this kit lets you know these drums are just the thing for crafting danceable tunes, and the high and bright crack of the snare means your beats will easily slice through the mix. From Reggae to upbeat Indie Rock, these drums have you covered.
96	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron SG	The crisp rattle of the snare wires lends the snare tones in this kit a distinctly satisfying crack, and when paired with the deep thud of the kick drum, makes for a balance versatile enough for anything from Indie Rock to Rockabilly.
97	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Sevens	This kit has the right drum tones to set the standard for Alternative and Grunge music--deep-thumping kick, bright snare with sharp attack, and crisp cymbals that lend just enough high to give the whole kit some sizzle. With this kit holding it down, you'll be ready to drop in for that scratchy, wailing guitar solo in no time.
98	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Threes	The snare tone has a broad, flat sound with very little snaring that gives it a distinct character made for cutting through the mix. The rest of this kit sits further back in the mix, with long tails on the full-bodied toms, and cymbals that are all highs--just the kind of tones you want for that Hard Rock track.
99	Matt Cameron	Matt Cameron Trojan 1	The smooth, muted tones in this whole kit paired with the satisfying punch of the kick make these drums ideal for bass-heavy and danceable music like Reggae and Dancehall. You'll find there's just the right amount of space in the mix for a melodic bassline, soulful vocals, and even some stacked horns.
100	Matt Sorum	Matt Sorum Funk	This kit has a lot of mid-range emphasis, making it ideal for laying down some funky bass over the top of your rhythms, and with its subtle, medium-room feel, these drums sit back in the mix just enough to let your melodic instruments do most of the talking.
101	Matt Sorum	Matt Sorum Kit	With its big room feel, and long tails on all the kit pieces, these drums are made for crafting that big, Hard Rock sound. Your booming tom fills and cracking snare patterns will never sound better.
102	Matt Sorum	Matt Sorum Motor Town	Are you ready to rock? I said, ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?! Well then, this is the kit for you! If you're looking to make that big stadium sound, these booming drums, with big room tone, and a lot of hard crack and sizzle will have that crowd swaying and cheering in no time.
103	Matt Sorum	Matt Sorum Skippy	The bright ring on the snare drum in this kit paired with the crisp sizzle of the hi-hat makes these drums ideal for Alternative tunes, where having a lot of space in the drum mix for those crunchy guitar riffs makes all the difference.
104	Matt Sorum	Matt Sorum Tribal	The tightly-tuned toms sit up front in the mix in this kit, making it hard not to use these drums for tunes that call for a lot of punch in the mid range. The kick and snare are both more muted in tone, making lots of space for letting your bass player hold down a solid chunk of the rhythm.
105	Michael Shrieve	Michael Shrieve Kit	Bright and live, this kit has a lot of high end and long reverb tails, making it ideal for everything from stadium Rock to intimate R&B. The big room tone throughout allows drums to sit back in the mix, leaving space for soulful vocals and wailing guitar solos.
106	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Bro Paul Kit	Ideal for Trip Hop and similar styles of Electronic music, this kit features a palette of electronic drums, including sine tone based kicks with a metallic timbre, snappy, noise-modulated snare tones, and bright, synth toms.
107	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Die Kit	The kick and snare tones in this electronic-focused kit feature heavy noise modulation characteristic of late 80's Hip-Hop production or the early days of Trip Hop. Balanced against synth toms and cymbals and a blend of acoustic percussion including side stick and cowbell, these drums are great for getting a bit experimental.
108	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Elefant Kit	The heavily-compressed electronic kick and snare in this kit will lend your rhythms plenty of grit, making these drums ideal for darker Electronic tunes and moodier Hip-Hop.
109	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Jesus Kit	Reminiscent of the early days of Industrial music, the heavily-processed and downsampled tones of the kick, snare, and hi-hat in this kit are noisy and gritty in a way that makes these drums ideal for moody and rhythm-driven tracks.
110	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Long Kit	Excellent for tunes with dense melodies in the low end, this electronic kit features kick and snare tones that sit in the mid-to-upper mid-range, allowing for rhythms that punch through the mix.
111	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Look Kit	Dark and metallic, the kick and snare tones in this kit have a distinct Industrial feel ideal for creating brutal, tactile rhythms.
112	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS NDL Kit	That funky sampled break sound in kit form, these drums are just right for crafting rhythms for anything from Drum and Bass to Hip-Hop.
113	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Rajput Kit	This electronic kit features just the right palette for creating rhythms that blend genres, like Bhangra and more minimal styles of Techno. Featuring softened, noise-based tones for the kick and snare, these drums will lend subtlety to beat-driven electronic tracks.
114	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Rok Kit	If microbeats and crafting sound design oriented rhythms is your style, this kit is just the thing for making minimal, tactile rhythms that will lend some glitchy texture to anything from Indie Rock to IDM.
115	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Sample Kit	This kit has chiptunes style written all over it, from the pulsing noise of the kick drum tones, to the sizzling crack of the snares, to the pitched hi-hat tone that toes the line between rhythmic and melodic.
116	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Shake Kit	Crushed to bits, the kick and snare tones in this kit are about as punchy and downsampled as you can get without going fully into 8-bit territory. This kit is made for throwing down breakbeats for popping and locking.
117	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS Simple Kit	This electronic kit has that uniquely German sound from the 70's; one part robots, one part autobahn, fully the right drums for getting a bit experimental.
118	N.Douglas/DJ Syze-Up	NDJS X Kit	This electronic kit features a heavily-compressed electronic kick tone and downsampled snare that snaps hard, making these drums for crafting gritty, tactile beats.
119	Urban GT	NM Pacific Kit	These drums have a softer tone with a small room feel that lends the whole kit the kind of intimacy perfect for anything from Pop to Jazz. With their shimmering hi-hats and cymbals, soft attack kick, and smooth-edged snares, these drums work well in smaller arrangements.
120	Urban GT	NM Pacific Room Kit	The NM Pacific Kit but with more room.
121	Stephen Perkins	Perkins Burst Cloud	Dark and processed, these drums are dominated by the heavy thump of the kick drum, and the thunderous, round tones of the toms. The snare, hi-hat, and cymbals take a backseat in this kit, making these ideal for heavier tunes with a darker feel.
122	Stephen Perkins	Perkins Modern Primitive	The deep boom on both the kick and toms in this kit is hard to miss--these are just the drums for when you want to create some moody atmosphere!
123	Stephen Perkins	Perkins Mugshot	These drums have a seriously satisfying live feel, with a medium-room tone that makes for messy, crowded mixes that hold a very distinct appeal. If you're looking for something with a lo-fi vibe, these are just the right kind of attitude.
124	Stephen Perkins	Perkins Plot Thickens	These drums are about as in-your-face as it gets, from the hard crack of the snare, to tom tones that sound like you're right next to each piece. Make no apologies when using this kit, because your rhythms are guaranteed to dominate.
125	Stephen Perkins	Perkins Vise Grip	Dark, low rumble is the primary characteristic of this kit, which features a long decay on the kick drum, and thundering tom tones, while letting the snare, hi-hat, and cymbals sit back in the mix. These are definitely drums for tunes with a gloomier or more brutal feel.
126	Sly Dunbar	Sly Kit	If there was a standard for Reggae drums, this kit is it. Huge, booming kick? Check. Bright snare crack? Check. Crisp side stick? Check. Intimate feel and live vibe? You've got it! Whether you're making Dub, Roots, or Dancehall, nothing beats having Sly in your rhythm section!
127	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio 4Floor Kit	The highs really sizzle on this bright and punchy kit. Featuring toms with lots of big room tone, crisp hi-hat, and a snare with sharp attack, you'll find these drums will give your heavier tunes will have have rhythms with teeth.
128	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio 7-8 Kit	The snare drum in this kit has a distinct, bright crack to it, and a long tail that makes it cut through the whole drum mix. The rest of the kits have lots of high end and satisfying room tone, making these drums ideal for some serious stadium Rock.
129	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio Big Kit	The long-tail reverb in this kit is unmissable, and the overall sound of these drums is huge! Not only does the kick thump hard and the snare have a satisfying crack, but check out the percussion stack in this kit--24 tightly-tuned toms, for crafting rhythms that sound larger than life!
130	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio Big Kit 2	With its huge room sound, and sonorous kicks and toms, this kit thumps hard, but it's just the tip of the iceberg. Packed with a wide variety of China cymbals, gongs, and bells, these drums are the stuff that sends Progressive Rock tunes up into the outer atmosphere!
131	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio Kit	This kit is a nice hybrid of a big room sound Rock kit and Terry's unique blend of percussion instruments. Features a deep thumping kick and cracking snare, with an eclectic blend of China cymbals, chimes, and processed kicks.
132	Terry Bozzio	Terry Bozzio ST Kit	Though most of the kit pieces in these drums have a big room sound, it's the close-up tone of the snare that really gives this set its character. Made to slice through the mix, it cracks hard, and with such a hard-thumping kit at its back, will give your rhythms just the right amount of flash.
133	Tony Braunagel	Tony Braunagel Kit	Bright and clean, this kit features a high-passed kick that's sharp on the attack, a hard-gated snare with very little snare rattle, and hi-hat and cymbals that are all high end shimmer. Ideal for Rock and Blues tunes that feature melodic basslines and vocals on the lower end.
134	Tony Braunagel	Tony Braunagel Vintage	The huge room sound in this kit makes these drums sit way back in the mix, while also giving them distinct stereo separation and a lot of high-end air. The kick and snare tones in particular are decay-dominant, while the stick attack on the hi-hat and side stick give rhythms presence and sharpness.
135	Tony Braunagel	Villa Kit	All flatness and rumble, the kick drum in this kit has a soft attack and thundering decay, while the long ring of the metal-body snare offers satisfying bite and contrast. The hi-hat and cymbals both have a big room sound to them, making both sit back in the mix, but with enough stick attack to give your rhythms some grit.
136	Zoro	Zoro Kit	Crisp and bright, the snare drum in this kit has sharp stick attack and a short ring, while the kick drum tone is all punch--hard-gated and mostly beater attack that punches hard. The cymbals and hi-hat sit right in front of the drum mix, making this kit ideal for writing polyrhythms and adding ghost notes--just the thing every Funk and Soul tune needs!
137	Zoro	Zoro Nawlins	This kit is made for building rhythms that are all about flash and flair. With high and bright room tone throughout, these drums feature distinct snap on the snare and tom hits that says, drum solo ahead!" while the kick drum has a muted but sharp punch for holding it all down."
138	Zoro	Zoro Pic Snare	The hard-gated, detuned snare tone in this kit cuts through the whole drum mix, and paired with the crisp sizzle of the hi-hat and cymbals and the bright attack on the tightly-tuned toms, is just the thing for writing out rhythms that crank.
139	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins BSS	The hi-hat is made to cut through the mix in this drum kit--just the thing you want for that Funk backbeat! The muted tones on the snare and cymbals add a nice bit of warmth to this kit, and the bright attack on the toms make these ideal drums for crafting flashy polyrhythms in your breakdowns.
140	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins DD	The unmistakable small room tone in these drums lends each kit piece a reined-in feel that makes this kit just the thing for soulful tunes with denser mixes. You can practically hear where that horn section goes already.
141	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins FTL	This kit will have you writing showy rhythms in no time, with its vibrant, shimmering sizzle on the snare, to the crisp decays on the hi-hat and cymbals, all the way to the deep-rumbling lows of the booming toms, and punch of the kick.
142	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins GGG	If you're one to write your melodies in the low end, these drums are just the right thing to hold down your rhythms without fighting a bass-heavy tune. This kit sits squarely in the mid-range, and has a distinct, small-room feel that lets the stick attack on each drum cut through sharply, while the deeper tones decay neatly into a warm, atmospheric wash of rhythm.
143	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins NF	These drums are mostly in the mid-range, but with couple of stand-out exceptions--the toms are bright and resonant, and the hi-hat has a satisfying, high-end shimmer to it. Both characteristics make this kit ideal for throwback Funk and Soul tunes with some serious attitude.
144	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins SB	Murky and slightly detuned, these drums have broad, flat feel throughout the kit. Even the snare sits back in the mix, while the toms are mostly resonant decay, and the hi-hat has a darker, clankier tone to it, making these drums fitting for lush arrangements with vibrant detail on the high end.
145	Terence Higgins	Terence Higgins ZW	The sharper pitch on the snare, with its in-your-face crack, makes for a satisfying foil to the deep boom of the toms in this kit. The cymbals and hi-hat sit back in the mix for this one, making these drums mid-range players the kind you want for Pop or Soul, especially.

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