ABBEY ROAD | 70s DRUMMER brings classic drum sounds to life, combining flawless sonic chops with the powerful framework of STUDIO DRUMMER. Capture the definitive sound of the decade – from dry, close-quarter precision to heavy rock bombardment.

Two vintage kits, meticulously recorded using era equipment and techniques from Abbey Road Studios, plus your very own session drummer, with a rich and versatile groove library and a detailed mixer section packed with grade-A studio effects.

Recorded at ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS

All drums were recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London, England, using period equipment and recording techniques.

An iconic symbol of the music world since 1931, Abbey Road has been the location for countless landmark records by artists such as The Beatles, U2, Kate Bush, Oasis, Kanye West and Radiohead, to name just a few.

Abbey Road pioneered many studio techniques and technologies and is recognized as one of the most advanced recording, mixing and post-production complexes in the world.

drum set

Two highly sought-after vintage kits, each featuring two snare drums, offer two very distinctive '70s drum sounds. The Open Kit is a 1972 Ludwig Vistalite Tequila Sunrise, featuring the big, spacious sound of classic rock. The Tight Kit is a vintage 1970s Premier model, featuring the tight, dry, punchy sound popular in the '70s.

Drums are recorded in up to 30 different velocity layers, with up to six selectable hits (rounds) per drum. Learn more about drums and recording equipment.

New: Mixer Section

Create the perfect drum submix entirely within the instrument! All ABBEY ROAD DRUMMER instruments come with a dedicated mixer section and a range of high-quality studio effects, including tape saturation, convolution reverb, and three big-league effects: a high-quality studio EQ, a high-end studio compressor, and the awe-inspiring Transient Master.

If time is of the essence, the mixer and effects presets provide instant professional sound and precise microphone levels, perfect blending of close and room mics, and just the right amount of effects.

New: Comprehensive library

The right drum sound is only part of the equation. All updated ABBEY ROAD DRUMMER instruments come with a new Groove library filled with beats and fills to match the drum sound. These MIDI patterns are played live by professional drummers – find a beat that fits the track you're using, select fills and variations to match, then drag and drop into your host sequencer.

If you’re a drummer yourself, just hook up your electronic drums and you’re good to go.

Update Notes

Added advanced integration with KOMPLETE KONTROL

Added snapshots for sound presets

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