XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Fairfax Vol. 1 ADpak | Classic Studio-Style Drum Kit Sound Expansion
XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Fairfax Vol. 1 ADpak is a drum kit sound expansion for AD2 inspired by classic studio ambience, delivering a thick, direct, and mix-ready tone. Whether for rock, indie, or pop arrangements, it provides a polished acoustic drum presence quickly.
Key Product Features
- Official XLN Audio ADpak expansion, loaded and used within the Addictive Drums 2 host
- Fairfax-style classic drum kit character — full, clean sound with a vintage vibe
- Includes multiple production-grade presets for quick, mix-ready drum sounds
- Supports multi-layer velocity and detailed articulation for natural playability and rich dynamics
- Seamlessly integrates with AD2's mixer and effects modules for EQ, compression, saturation, reverb, and more
- Suitable for rock, indie, alternative, and pop styles; easily fits into various arrangements
- Allows saving custom kits and parameter presets for easy reuse across projects
- Download, install, and authorize via the XLN Online Installer
System Requirements
- Requires an installed and licensed Addictive Drums 2 host application
- Compatible with the Windows and macOS platforms supported by the AD2 host
- Requires an internet connection and the XLN Online Installer for download and activation
- Requires additional hard drive space to install the sound content
- 64-bit compatible DAW and operating system recommended
Plugin Formats
- Accessed through the Addictive Drums 2 host/plugin
- AAX (support depends on your Pro Tools version)
- AU (macOS)
- VST (depending on DAW support)
- Actual available formats and versions are as announced by the AD2 host
Supported Applications and Host Integration
After loading the Addictive Drums 2 plugin in your DAW, you can trigger this ADpak's sounds by inputting or editing rhythms on a MIDI track. Use the host's features for multi-output routing, parameter automation, and preset management, and combine DAW tools such as quantize and humanize to complete arrangement and mixing. If your workflow includes an AI assistant, you can first generate or receive suggested MIDI grooves, then select and fine-tune this ADpak's sounds in AD2 to quickly achieve the desired drum tone.
