XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Indie ADpak | Indie rock-oriented drum expansion pack
XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Indie ADpak is designed for indie and alternative rock production, emphasizing natural dynamics and a warm texture. Paired with AD2's mixing tools and rhythm workflow, it quickly builds realistic, musically appealing, and characterful drum sounds.
Key Features
- An Indie/Alternative-oriented drum expansion sound library made for Addictive Drums 2
- Emphasizes natural dynamics and warm grain; suitable for indie rock, alternative, folk, and lo-fi styles
- Provides a variety of drum kits and processing presets to quickly get usable sound foundations
- Allows free blending of close, room, and overhead microphone balances in AD2 to shape ambience
- Works with the AD2 rhythm browser for easy auditioning, arranging rhythms and fills
- Multi-layer velocity sampling delivers detailed feel and realistic expression
- Can be mixed with individual drums from other ADpaks to build customized kits
- Use AD2's built-in processing and bus routing to quickly create a mix foundation
System Requirements
- Requires XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2 to be installed and authorized (this product is an expansion and cannot operate standalone)
- Compatible with major Windows and macOS platforms (supported versions per official announcements)
- 64-bit system and sufficient RAM recommended for stable performance
- Internet connection required for download, installation and license management
- Additional storage space required for sound content (size varies by installation)
Plugin Formats
- Used via Addictive Drums 2 as AAX, AU, VST, VST3 in compatible hosts (refer to official info for exact support)
- This ADpak is a content expansion; plugin compatibility is provided by the Addictive Drums 2 main application
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
Load Addictive Drums 2 in a DAW that supports AAX/AU/VST/VST3, select the Indie ADpak, then drive it from a MIDI track, preview rhythms in the rhythm browser and drag-and-drop grooves into the arrangement window. You can play and record with external MIDI controllers, integrate into existing mix buses and effects chains, and use automation and rhythm generation features to optimize your workflow.
