Different Drummer

Different Drummer

Drum & Music Powertool

31 ratings
54 reviews
$4.99 $2.99

Lowest price: $1.99 3 years ago (-50%)


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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 14, 2012
  • April 21, 2024

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This app generates unique and complex rhythmic music patterns for any instrument, including drums. It offers extensive control over rhythm, harmony, and expression through wave-based synthesis. Explore endless possibilities for creating innovative beats and sequences.

Rhythmic music generation for any instrument
Complex pattern and rhythm creation
MIDI controller and file creator
Wave-based control for expression
Multi-track music output
Audiobus 3 and Ableton Link 3 support
Progression Composer for arpeggios
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What's New in Different Drummer

5.3.4

April 21, 2024

—Fixed bug in inter-app audio

User reviews

Really cool (stand-alone)

EDIT: Still crashes with IAA/Audiobus, still no sync :/

Sadly doesn’t sync MIDI clock / Ableton Link start/stop, crashes a lot. Very cool though!

Really cool (stand-alone)

Sadly doesn’t sync MIDI clock / Ableton Link properly, crashes a lot. Very cool though!

Response from developer

It used to...will look into it...sometimes stuff does go wanky after a few years of changes. Thanks!

Really cool (stand-alone)

Sadly seems to use old API’s so doesn’t sync MIDI clock / Ableton Link properly with newer DAWs (AUM, Audiobus 3, etc.), crashes a lot.

Frustrating and time wasting

I so much wanted to like this app but it is the most unintuitive and frustrating piece of software that I have ever seen. The user interface is like some alien technology. the hours wasted trying to get something musical out of this would be better spent actually making music. I hope someone somewhere does make this work because the developer must have spent ages making it. If you like puzzles try this. I thought that I might try bending some midi files to send midi to synths but can’t even load midi files without audio share. I wish I had spent the money on some treats for my cat instead.
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A very different drummer

Even with the Zenterface control this is still a complex app, and could really do with AU3. It’s an ingenious, highly variable rhythmic sound manipulation tool, that just needs updating to modern connectivity.

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FAQ

What does Different Drummer do?

Different Drummer is a powerful rhythmic music generator that creates complex patterns for any instrument, including drums. It also functions as an amazing MIDI controller and MIDI file creator, allowing for unique beat and sequence generation.

What are the key features of Different Drummer?

Key features include generating simple to complex patterns, non-repeating music, straight or poly rhythms, and arpeggios. It offers control over note, rest, tie, panning, beat, and dynamics using wave-based adjustments, along with multi-track music output and MIDI capabilities.

How much does Different Drummer cost?

The application is a paid app. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for full functionality.

What kind of music can I create with Different Drummer?

You can create a wide range of music, from simple beats to complex sequences, in styles varying from electro and dubstep to tribal and classical. The app's wave-based synthesis allows for lifelike, primal, or otherworldly sounds, making it versatile for various genres.

Is Different Drummer compatible with other music software?

Yes, the app supports Audiobus 3 with state saving and inter-app audio out, as well as Ableton Link 3. It also allows for exporting audio via Audioshare, Dropbox, iTunes, or AudioCopy, making it easy to integrate with DAWs like GarageBand.