Drum machine or drum software?

[StratTom]

I'm not a drummer, so I'm looking for something so that I can record drum parts with (when I eventually start recording). Which would be better/easier for me, considering i'm not a drummer? I've been messing around with a demo verison of fruity loops (its not the best) so if I'm looking for software I want something more realistic. If a drum machine would be easier for me, would you recommend a MIDI controller as well. Thanks!

 

[Kamanda~SD]

Re: Drum machine or drum software?

I suggest importing DKFH files into PC drummer pro...just make sure you know your rhythms (eight notes, 16th notes etc).

 

[StratTom]

Re: Drum machine or drum software?

I suggest importing DKFH files into PC drummer pro...just make sure you know your rhythms (eight notes, 16th notes etc).

What are DKFH files? I've never heard of PC drummer pro, I'll have to check that out. Thanks!

 

[Duke of Metal]

Re: Drum machine or drum software?

Leaf Drum is a pretty cool starter software to use if your just starting to use drums software. its free, simple and straight forward.

the drums obviously wont sound like a real drum but they're pretty good sounding for a free software:
http://www.leafdigital.com/software/leafdrums/

hope that helps!


Enjoy

 

[StratTom]

Re: Drum machine or drum software?

Leaf Drum is a pretty cool starter software to use if your just starting to use drums software. its free, simple and straight forward.

the drums obviously wont sound like a real drum but they're pretty good sounding for a free software:
http://www.leafdigital.com/software/leafdrums/

hope that helps!


Enjoy

Can't beat free! I'm checking out the site now, but I have to download it and check it out later at home. Thanks!

 

[Fretology]

Re: Drum machine or drum software?

There is also premade loops that you can "glue" together like those found at http://www.betamonkeymusic.com/