Toontrack Ezdrummer2 Toontrac Drumming Software

Love this software. The interface is simple and a pleasure to use. The drum sounds are awesome, really professional sounding recordings of actual drums, and because they are MIDI based it's easier to have full editing control (rather than using sound-sampled wav looped-type drums). In fact I have been so impressed with the Toontrack EZ range of products I have bought many more since purchasing EZDrummer 2.You could easily manage for quite a long time with the range of supplied drum sounds and beats that come with EZDrummer 2, but for a very reasonable price, you can purchase a wide range of add-on packs which have more depth in different musical styles. I have purchased several since and they add even more versatility to the software.One of the main things however, apart from the high quality of the drums, is that EZDrummer 2 is SO MUCH FUN to use! The software 'logic and layout' makes you want to experiment and delve into the drumming options. For a non-drummer like myself this affords me a huge amount of extra creativity for song writing and recording.You can easily use the product as a stand-alone drum software package, or it can be used as a VST-type plugin with your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation software). Either was EZDrummer 2 will add to the fun you have when making music.There are many features of the software that are impressive, but a couple of worthy mentions must be made: the song-creation assistant is a real bonus for the quick building of a drum track. Also, the "tap a rhythm" button is so clever... you can simply tap out a basic beat using one of the drum kits and then the software will analyse that, tidy it up by quantising your taps, and then offer a range of matching drum patterns (with the closest matches being listed by match-percentage ratings. What a brilliant and simple feature for a the non-expert drummer!!I am still getting to know EZDrummer 2 but already have it down as one of my favourite music software tools. I have no connection with the company Toontrack, and this was not a review of a "supplied-freebie" (i.e. I am just a straightforward paying customer).Also I would like to mention that I was very impressed with the seller of this item too. They quickly responded to a question I had before placing the order. Top marks all round!

All very good. The sounds are very natural and there's plenty of control over the final result. Having read other reviews, yes all you get is a card with a serial number. I had tried the demo version and was pleased. Should have un-installed demo version before installing the new downloaded full version as DAW got in a muddle with the 2 versions on board. Noticed there were a few extra sounds and tweaks on the new version. I have been very pleased with EZD2 as I had spent a week trying various options on offer, some free ones and other demos of paid packages. This was the only kit I've found with plenty of midi guide tracks/loops etc. and where everything works as you would want. Am using it with Reaper. All very easy and intuitive to use. Am ready to buy an extension pack (Blues EZX for 41€) to get some extra feel into the guide tracks.Minor cons: the control map is not consistent to GM drum map (other than in basic kick, snare toms hh and cyms) - though I have found there is a drum map conversion (when I can understand how to). And also that I have not yet found control keyboard keys to program in claps, tambourine, and shaker (though there are adequate midi tracks included that have coped with requirements so far - ah yes, well... I must be able track it back from that, I guess!)). The user manual is good.

After using the demo version of Toontrack's EZDrummer 2, it was an easy decision to go ahead and buy the full version. It really is that good.I chose EZ over the Superior version due to speed of workflow, and I can always fine tune the individual drums within my recording software.The drum samples and grooves provided are excellent and again, can be edited further from within your DAW of choice.I have read several reviews regarding some people having problems with installation of the product; and while it can be a little time-consuming, by following the walkthrough guide on Toontrack's 'Support' page I found it to be reasonably hastle free.NOTE: Best advice is to make sure all demo versions of EZDrummer (if you've used one) have been deleted from your PC, and also to make sure you extract 'all' files from the downloaded folder before attempting to install. This is all pretty well explained on Toontrack's website.To sum up - EZDrummer2 is a great bit of kit (pardon the pun), and has already started adding new depth to my music.A very happy customer - just wish I had of found it sooner.

I knew after doing the 10 day trial of this that I'd buy it. As a songwriter guitarist I cant be bothered programming drums but still want great sounding drum tracks for my songs. EZdrummer2 makes that very simple indeed and they sound superb. Love the fact that you can add to the basic sound library too with loops that cover most genres. I use it as a standalone songwriting tool and also as a plugin with my DAW. Excellent product.

after 2 days of downloading from the toontrack site, installing then UN-installing i managed to get it working,turned out that the zip file had to be opened with a zip opener, which was not clear at the time....so my fault, My only grip is you only get a license code, No disc in the box as with ezd1But when installed... what a fantastic drum package, with the ezd1 and ezx's already installed it makes for a excellent drum software package...I would recommend to anyone with a studio that has limited space for a live drum setup.

Fantastic piece of software. Using it on an Alesis DM6 and it has transformed the entire feel and sound of the kit. I had a slight issue with latency but that was easy to sort.Very happy bunny indeed!

Fantastic tool if you want to record but can't play drums/don't know a drummer. Pretty easy to use and can help take your recordings to the next level.

makes all the difference to recordings im making,simple and versatile software. wish addon`s were cheaper but this is a usefull piece of software