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Blackbird Expansion For Steve Slate Drums

Blackbird Expansion For Steve Slate Drums

HERE’S WHAT STEVEN SLATE DRUMS SAYS ABOUT THE BLACKBIRD EXPANSION: In the Spring of 2014, Blackbird Founder John McBride recorded the Blackbird Drums Expansion with drummer Chris Tyrell of Lady Antebellum for the STEVEN SLATE DRUMS (SSD) Virtual Instrument and TRIGGER drum replacer plugin. Utilizing three of Blackbird’s classic rooms including the chambers of rooms A and D, tons of vintage mics and gear, classic drum kits from an era spanning fifty years, and of course, John’s amazing engineering talent, Blackbird Drums is one of the most amazing drum libraries you’ll ever experience. WHAT’S INCLUDED 6 Kick Drum Samples 10…

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HERE’S WHAT STEVEN SLATE DRUMS SAYS ABOUT THE BLACKBIRD EXPANSION:

In the Spring of 2014, Blackbird Founder John McBride recorded the Blackbird Drums Expansion with drummer Chris Tyrell of Lady Antebellum for the STEVEN SLATE DRUMS (SSD) Virtual Instrument and TRIGGER drum replacer plugin. Utilizing three of Blackbird’s classic rooms including the chambers of rooms A and D, tons of vintage mics and gear, classic drum kits from an era spanning fifty years, and of course, John’s amazing engineering talent, Blackbird Drums is one of the most amazing drum libraries you’ll ever experience.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 Kick Drum Samples
10 Snare Samples
7 Sets of Toms
2 Hi-Hats (SSD Only)
1 Ride (SSD Only)
4 Crashes (SSD Only)

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Drums & Percussion

Drums and percussion form the rhythmic foundation of music, covering everything from full drum kits to hand percussion and auxiliary instruments. This category brings together the core tools for creating groove, texture, and dynamics, whether you’re building a full setup or adding extra sounds to your playing.

When choosing drums and percussion, look at build quality, materials, and how the instrument fits your style of playing. Drum kits vary in shell type and configuration, while percussion instruments differ in tone, volume, and playing technique. Consider how each piece will be used, whether for live performance, recording, or practice, and how it integrates with the rest of your setup. The right choices will give you versatility, reliable performance, and the ability to shape your sound with confidence.