Steven Slate Audio Patrick Carney SSD and Trigger 2 EXP
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Signed by Patrick Carney (The Black Keys): vintage drums that are dirty, fat, and full of vibe, ready to mix.
- Versatile kits available in raw and processed versions for sound design, layering, and fine editing.
- Native integration with Steven Slate Drums (SSD) and Trigger for a fast studio workflow.
- Authentic palette: Gretsch Round Badge 1961, Ludwig Vistalite 70's, and the legendary EMT 140 plate for analog atmospheres.
Manufacturer Information
Steven Slate Audio
https://www.stevenslateaudio.com
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What "Dirty, Fat, Vibey Vintage Drums" Is For
Designed for producers and drummers seeking an immediate vintage grain, this pack excels in rock, blues, indie, and pop styles. It delivers massive and expressive drums, either as replacements/enhancements via Trigger or through detailed programming in SSD. The raw versions preserve the natural character of the drumheads and microphones, while the processed versions provide punch, density, and mix coherence.
Main Features
Patrick Carney's Signature Sound
Recorded in the artist's private studio, the kits capture the personality of legendary drums and cymbals, with carefully placed microphones and a room with strong character. The presence of the 1960s EMT 140 reverb plate adds an organic spatial dimension, perfect for powerful retro vibes.
Immediate Workflow in SSD & Trigger
The provided presets are designed for efficiency: balanced levels, controlled stereo imaging, and punchy transients. In Trigger, integration facilitates snare, kick, and tom replacement with granular control. In SSD, you get full kits to quickly compose and then refine articulation and dynamics according to your mix.
Versatility: "Raw" or "Processed"
Switching from a raw capture to an already shaped processing allows instant adaptation of the tone to the track: dusty grain, modern punch, or a nuanced in-between. This duality makes the library an ideal toolbox to layer, thicken, or color your programmed drums as well as your live takes.
Technical specifications
| Type | Full software | Downloadable | Yes |
| Software extension | does not operate as a standalone application. | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Does this expansion work without a host software?
This software expansion does not operate as a standalone application. Its content is designed to be used within SSD and Trigger 2.
What kind of sound do the Patrick Carney kits offer?
The kits capture a distinctive vintage tone from recordings made in Patrick Carney's private studio. The 1960s EMT 140 plate reverb adds an organic spatial dimension. Drums and cymbals were recorded with carefully placed microphones.
Are samples available in raw and processed versions?
Two variations are offered: raw versions that preserve the natural character of the drumheads and microphones, and processed versions with pre-shaped treatment. This choice allows for a dusty grain or a denser sound.
Can a snare drum be replaced using Trigger 2?
In Trigger, replacement can be applied to the snare, kick, and toms. Granular control allows adjustment of sample blending within a drum recording.
For which styles is the Patrick Carney SSD and Trigger 2 EXP expansion designed?
The sound orientation targets rock, blues, indie, and pop, featuring the "Dirty, Fat, Vibey Vintage Drums" character.
