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Description
Step into a world of rhythmic precision with the AudioThing Hats drum synthesizer plugin, an essential tool for any music producer looking to craft dynamic hi-hats and cymbal sounds. This plugin stands out with its dual-source sound engine, offering both synthesized noise and a rich sample section. The noise section departs from traditional approaches, utilizing six square wave oscillators, reminiscent of the legendary 808 drum machine, to create a uniquely metallic noise character.
The sample bank is nothing short of extraordinary, containing over 50 meticulously curated samples. These range from rare analog drum machines to authentic acoustic hi-hats and cymbals. To top it off, many samples have been enhanced with a classic Aphex Aural Exciter and captured on a vintage Revox B77 MkII tape recorder, providing a rich, textured sound.
Shaping your sound is a breeze with four versatile effects: Ring Modulator, Bit Crusher, Filter, and Reverb. The effects can be effortlessly rearranged to suit your creative workflow, thanks to a simple drag-and-drop interface. The filter section includes a HighPass and BandPass setup, both with 12dB/oct state variable filters that offer zero delay feedback, ensuring precise sound sculpting.
Key Features:
- Two Sources: synthesized noise and custom sample
- 55 Samples / 80 Presets
- Effects: Ring Modulator, Bit Crusher, Reverb, Filter (SVF/ZDF)
- Preset system with randomizer
- Formats: VST, AU, and AAX (64-bit only)
- Platforms: OSX, Windows
System Requirements:
Windows:
- Windows 7-11
- 2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
- VST2, VST3, AAX, CLAP (64-bit)
Mac:
- OS X 10.9 – macOS 14
- 2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
- Apple Silicon (M chips) Native (Universal 2 Binary)
- VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP (64-bit)
Videos
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AudioThing Hats Demo
AudioThing Hats Demo
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AudioThing HATS | How Does It Sound ?
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Review: AudioThing Hats drum synth VST
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about AudioThing Hats.
Features and functionality
User experience
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Owners appreciate the presets, indicating a good starting point for those new to drum synthesizer plugins.
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Software and compatibility
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It's confirmed that AudioThing offers a demo version, allowing users to test the software before purchase.
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Value and pricing
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At $19 during the sale, it's considered an affordable and worthwhile investment for those expanding their plugin collection.
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Use cases and applications
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Tape saturation and multiband compression are recommended for consistent hi-hat energy and avoiding harshness.
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Fresh Air VST is noted to enhance hi-hats and rides, making them standout.
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Fab Filter Pro G and pre-delay features are suggested for mix enhancement of hi-hats and rides.
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