IK Multimedia SampleTank 4 Hitmaker: Trap | Modern Trap Rhythm Expansion Pack
SampleTank 4 Hitmaker: Trap is an expansion pack of sampled sounds designed for modern Trap/Drill production, featuring powerful 808s, sharp hi-hats and atmospheric synths, paired with beat loops and key-mapped patches to quickly build solid low end and layered melodies—suitable for rhythm-driven hip-hop, pop and audiovisual scoring.
Key Product Features
- Focused on Trap/Drill styles: deep 808s, punchy snares and tight hi-hat rolls
- Diverse synth sounds: includes leads, pads, plucks, keys and atmospheric layers
- Rhythm and melodic materials: includes rhythm loops and one-shots for quick section building
- Clear key mapping and categorization: labeled by sound type and key for easy browsing and arranging
- Deep integration with the SampleTank 4 engine: use filters, envelopes, effect chains and layering
- DAW tempo sync: rhythm elements align to project tempo to quickly create grooves
- Supports multi-output and stem mixing: route drums and layered sounds to separate tracks for processing
- Realtime performance and automation: supports keyboard/pad playing, parameters controllable via MIDI/DAW automation
System Requirements
- Compatible platforms: 64-bit macOS and Windows
- Requires: compatible SampleTank 4 engine (version and licensing requirements per official specifications)
- DAW requirements: 64-bit host software supporting AAX, AU or VST3 plug-ins
- Storage: additional disk space required to install sound content (size depends on actual content)
- Network: internet connection required for download, installation and license activation
- Recommended: MIDI keyboard or pad controller to enhance performance and workflow
Plugin Formats
- AAX (used via the SampleTank 4 plugin)
- AU (used via the SampleTank 4 plugin)
- VST3 (used via the SampleTank 4 plugin)
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
Load the SampleTank 4 plugin in your DAW to select the Hitmaker: Trap sound categories in the browser for performance and arranging; beat elements sync to project tempo and you can assign drums and layered sounds to multiple outputs for stem mixing and processing. The production workflow can incorporate MIDI automation and macro control to quickly tweak filters, envelopes and effect chains; finished tracks or stems can be exported as audio/MIDI for collaboration or AI-assisted composition workflows.
