EZdrummer Expansions - My top 10

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  • @mdwayne741
    @mdwayne741 7 місяців тому +2

    Toontrack has a big sale going on today.... Pulled the trigger and ordered Modern Metal per your recommendation. Excited to hear how it sounds in one of my mixes. Seems like a very versatile kit. Thanks again, DuFFuL!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому +1

      Yeh I seen that! I’m finally going to night the bullet and get the Gospel expansion. I’ve had me eye on it for a while!!! Expect a video soon 😁😁😁

  • @lauridsen1381
    @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому +5

    Can't remember exactly which one it is, although I'm pretty sure its Dark Matter - if you turn up the ambience all the way and listen to the ride bell all the way till the end of the sample you'll hear studio audio "you want me to do that again?" Or something similar

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому +5

      hahaha that's great!! I'm going to give it a try. I guess with such intricate programs, they are going to miss some things!!

    • @lauridsen1381
      @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому +2

      @@DuFFuL Yeah but it is kinda disappointing in a way. Like I'm kinda afraid it'll bleed through any mix where I consider using that expansion. It almost turns me off from using it, even though I know it probably won't be audible. It's just when you KNOW it's there somewhere haha

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      @@lauridsen1381 I still haven't had a chance to check it out. Is it really that loud? because I've never noticed it!

    • @lauridsen1381
      @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL it's not loud at all. It's just again - when you know it's there. Like imagine every ride bell you use also plays a vocal sample, but it's really quiet. Even if you can't hear it that well it's just an annoying thought

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому +1

      @@lauridsen1381 I kind of don't want to hear it because, I will never unhear it lol.

  • @fightclub94
    @fightclub94 6 місяців тому +2

    Thank you so much for helping me not waste money on my first expansion purchase!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  6 місяців тому

      @@fightclub94 what were you going to buy? What did I save you from?

    • @fightclub94
      @fightclub94 6 місяців тому +2

      @@DuFFuL I am about to purchase EZDrummer3 to specifically record metal/death metal. I know that I'd need to get an expansion to get the sounds I want. I only saw the names of the expansions, but hadn't heard any samples. And there are so many metal ones, but had no idea which I would like or dislike. Still debating, but your input on top of the sampling has helped me to narrow my options since money is tight and can only afford to have one expansion. I like everything on your list, but to only have one at first, it has been incredibly helpful to know the limitations of each.

    • @fightclub94
      @fightclub94 6 місяців тому +1

      I wasn't sure if the modern metal would be a little too generic, but you've given me a lot more confidence in considering it. I also am more considering the duality 2 as well. Wasn't even on my radar until I saw your video. Also love the tone of the toms in number 2 and I like number 4 a lot as well. Most likely gonna get one of those 4. If you could only have one, would number 1 be your choice? And I'm curious, if I got a second one down the road, could I take the snare from one and combine with the toms and cymbals of another? Or can I only use one at a time? This will be my first time ever using a software like this. I've been stuck to the stick sounds from my td-9 for too long now 😂

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  6 місяців тому +1

      @@fightclub94 Honestly if I had to choose one right now, I really wouldn't know which. I've actually just started using Mix wave drums and I'm completely blown away by them.
      If you are really looking into getting Ezdrummer expansions, any of the ones in my top 10 list are all great but it just depends on the exact sound you are going for. The death metal expansion is amazing and so is the Dark Matter. The modern metal one is very niche and won't suit all styles. It is still my number one, but it might not suit your style.
      Honestly go back through my videos and I have a lot more in-depth reviews on each of the expansions in the list. Each video has a song I wrote using those drums. It will hopefully help you make a more informed decision and not waste any money!!!

    • @fightclub94
      @fightclub94 6 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL I was considering Death Metal after the video and at this point, I'm trying to find a reason not to get it, and so far, can't find one. The fact that it happened to be your first suggestion in your last comment is really giving me the last bit of confidence I was looking for. Dark Matter was also what I figured may be my second one in the future. Seems like we have very similar taste!
      I'll double check your previous videos to be sure, but I've essentially made up my mind that that I will get the Death Metal EZX first.
      Thank you again. I was so lost before this video and your comments, and now I have more confidence than ever! You have earned a subscriber!
      🙏🤘🤝

  • @JoseGomez-bv2pp
    @JoseGomez-bv2pp Місяць тому

    💥👏🏻 They are all excellent, but they are derived from the sdx, for me the definitive kits are:
    ✅Superior drummer 3 library
    ✅ Dead and Darkness
    ✅ Area 33
    ✅ Area 33 Origins
    💥👏🏻With this you don't need anything else, it covers everything you could need in any style and need🤯

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  Місяць тому +1

      @@JoseGomez-bv2pp I don’t own superior. I like my plugins a little more simple. The less I have to tweak, the more time I get for writing lol!!

  • @rynoriffs1984
    @rynoriffs1984 8 місяців тому +1

    I have always loved Metal Machine, the snares are the selling point for me, the Ludwig kit is great for hard rock, the tama kits are great for metal, great list, first time here, subscribed! 🤘

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      Thank you for the sub!! I’m glad you liked it. I agree, metal machine is so solid. I literally bought it for the snares. Heard someone do a demo and I just had to get it as soon as I heard the snares pop through!!!

  • @UseTheSupeRsonic
    @UseTheSupeRsonic 7 місяців тому +1

    my top 10 in no particular order:
    Big Stage, Death Metal, Progressive, EZD 3 core library, The Classic, Gospel, Modern Metal, Metal Machine, the OG Pop/Rock EZX, and Americana.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      That’s a nice list!!! The Gospel is on my radar as my next purchase. I listened to the demos on their site and man does it sound solid! Just waiting for the next sale to hit and I will grab it!!
      How is the big stage? I wasn’t really impressed with the sound that I heard in the demos. Would you recommend it?

  • @deans.4705
    @deans.4705 Місяць тому

    Metal machine!!!!!!!!!! still loving it.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  Місяць тому

      Hell yeh!! A pure classic. Still holds up so well after all these years!!

  • @DEADLINETV
    @DEADLINETV 4 місяці тому

    Interesting list! And cool how all look for different things in these kits. If you ever decide to take the plunge and upgrade to Superior Drummer, I can highly recommend getting Death and Darkness, that contains the bigger brothers of Death Metal and Dark Matter. Especially the added depth you get with the Darkness kits! It's hyper real!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  4 місяці тому +1

      I have always thought about upgrading but am not sure about the added features. I love the simplicity of certain plugin because quite Often if I have to many features, I will spend more time tweaking sounds then I will be writing songs.
      One day I'm sure I will take the plunge though as I simply can't help myself lol

    • @DEADLINETV
      @DEADLINETV 4 місяці тому

      @@DuFFuL I totally hear you. Less is more (music done, in this case). What I love about SD is that when, say, there's too much reverb on everything (and in EZD you can only turn the whole amount back), in SD you have access to all individual amount of send to the reverb, even with EZX's! For me as a drummer/(bedroom)producer that is great! Does it make me write faster? No... 😂

  • @vejichan
    @vejichan Місяць тому

    Which do you prefer Hard Rock Ezx or the stock bright room kit?

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  Місяць тому

      I would have to say Hard rock although, the bright room kit is still very usable in most cases!!

  • @MRRVADrums
    @MRRVADrums 6 місяців тому

    I purchased EZdrummer Metal expansion pack and I am having trouble figuring out how to select it to change my kit type. Anyone have a quick solution? TIA

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  6 місяців тому

      Are you on EZdrummer 2 or 3?

    • @MRRVADrums
      @MRRVADrums 6 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL EzDrummer 3. I’m on a MAC, and ran the install but when I go to the user presets or try to swap kits, the pack isn’t listed. I’ve tried rebooting also.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  6 місяців тому

      @@MRRVADrums did you install it through the ezdrummer manager?

    • @MRRVADrums
      @MRRVADrums 6 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL Yes I did. I can see the add on pack when I go under grooves but I can’t find the Metal kit when I go back to drums and use the dropdown in the upper right.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  6 місяців тому

      @@MRRVADrums it could mean that the library has installed to a different place then where it should have. Which shouldn’t really happen if you are using the manager.
      There are two drop down menus in the top right, you are using the one on the left where you choose the expansion? I know it’s a silly question but I’m just trying to work it out. Also do you own other expansions or is this you first one?

  • @bobbyincidemetal
    @bobbyincidemetal Місяць тому

    I have every kit you mentioned except Post Metal. My goal is the own every EZX. I have so many. It’s my nerd collector thing. Post Metal will be soon.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  Місяць тому

      @@bobbyincidemetal it was just on sale I believe for Black Friday. It’s a really great kit! It has a really huge and natural tone. I love the cymbals and tons especially!!!
      You won’t regret buying that one!!

  • @MrBlueDux
    @MrBlueDux 2 місяці тому

    will the ranking orders change if it was only about sounds and not the midi groove? If so what would the new order be?

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  2 місяці тому

      @@MrBlueDux honestly this was mostly about the sound. Although I did miss one in this list that I wish I had of put on and that is Pop Punk. I love that one.

    • @MrBlueDux
      @MrBlueDux 2 місяці тому

      @@DuFFuLI really appreciate these types of videos and your fast responses. I hope you keep on doing what you are doing, hope your channel grows quickly (:

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  2 місяці тому +1

      @@MrBlueDux I’m going to keep it going but I’m having a bit of break trying to find some inspiration for music and writing again. I do this purely for enjoyment and if I keep pushing myself to do it when I’m not in the mood, I will simply burnout and quit.
      Hopefully will pick up a few things in the November sales and start getting back into it. Thank you for watching! I really appreciate it.

  • @mdwayne741
    @mdwayne741 7 місяців тому

    I am definitely going to add Modern Metal and Dark Matter to my EZX collection... You're so right about the clarity of Modern Metal sounds... OMG
    *Random question....DuFFul, did you ever live in the United States? I had a childhood friend that you remind me of who lived in my neighborhood in Georgia...he even had an accent similar to yours. I can't remember his name...he had a brother named "KK." -at least everyone called him that. The family moved away early...I was probably 6 years old. -I am almost 50 now.. 😂
    ***Your channel has become one of my favorites -out of nowhere... great content, DuFFul!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      First of all, you should definitely pick up those two expansions. They are easily some of the best for metal in my opinion. I just hope you like them as much as me. Download my presets for them as well. Just to add another one to the collection.
      No, I never lived in the states. I've always been in Australia. Maybe I have a doppelganger out there somewhere hahahaha.
      I'm glad you are enjoying my channel. Thank you!!!!

    • @mdwayne741
      @mdwayne741 7 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL ...I am sure that I will enjoy the 2 EZX'S. I am using Metal Machine and Metal! a lot right now.. Pop Punk is another EZX that surprised me a lot! It really sounds great!!! I am using it more and more -thanks to you.. 😂
      Nashville EZX was on sale a little while back and I pulled the trigger on it as well ....I really like it ..sounds really natural. I have done some heavy metal recordings with it and it's really good -believe it or not.
      It's so easy to get inspired with the different drum sounds...thanks for all that you do, my friend.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      @@mdwayne741 I'm really glad my videos are helping other people find expansions and ideas that are adding to the creative process of their music.
      The expansion I want to get next is the Gospel EZX. Listening to the demos on Toontracks site, I really think I could get some fantastic sounds out of it. I think I will grab it on the next sale!!!

    • @mdwayne741
      @mdwayne741 7 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL The Gospel Kit DOES sound amazing.... it's huge and versatile from what I have seen.
      I am interested in it as well.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      @@mdwayne741 I will make a vid as soon as I get it so if it’s bad, you don’t waste your money hahaha

  • @jtwidmer
    @jtwidmer 3 місяці тому

    Do you sell any of your presets? The snare on the hard rock expansion sounded amazing!!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  3 місяці тому +1

      @@jtwidmer mate you can download them for free. I have a link to my drop box with all my presets. I would never charge for that. Ever.

    • @jtwidmer
      @jtwidmer 3 місяці тому

      @@DuFFuL you’re the man!!!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  3 місяці тому

      @@jtwidmer haha you are welcome!

  • @cmd_f5
    @cmd_f5 8 місяців тому

    Great list! I really dig Metal Machine and Death Metal. Metal! is also a good one. I need to mess with Modern Metal more, I like the tones and detail but always end up using something else.
    Made of Metal is fantastic. All those cymbals, man!
    cheers

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      You know, they are all amazing. This list was so hard to make because honestly, I love them all. I'm going to do a Frankenstein video soon, where I mix pieces from different kits to make one amazing kit!!

  • @tomix1970pl1
    @tomix1970pl1 8 місяців тому +1

    Super.I needed this.Black Metal is my next.Thank you.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      Black metal? Which one is that?

    • @lauridsen1381
      @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL guessing he meant death metal. It does have a pretty "black" look to it. They should def do a black metal one for metal month sometime. Like the kvlt drums plugin

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      @@lauridsen1381 I know they have a black metal Midi pack kit so not sure if that is what he was talking about.
      Tried a few of Ugritone's drums but just can't gel with them. They are very raw and while I'm sure that suits some peoples style, it just doesn't seem to work for me. I will say though, I love their midi groove packs!!!

    • @lauridsen1381
      @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL actually didn't know they had a black metal groove pack, will have to check that out. But yeah understandable, I'm not the biggest black metal guy either, but it seems like a pretty big part of metal that they still haven't touched at all

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      @@lauridsen1381 Hey I agree 100% The more metal genre kits they do the better. I also really wish they would start focusing on some specific drummers. Id love to see Portnoy, Ulrich, Vinnie Paul or even a David Silveria from Korn expansion.

  • @TaliosLintry
    @TaliosLintry 8 місяців тому

    Great list!

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      Thanks mate!!!

  • @BFedie518
    @BFedie518 7 місяців тому +1

    Great list!
    You said Death Metal has things holding it back from the top 3. Are there any specific flaws or problems you have with it?

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому +1

      I’m not really a fan of how much reverb covers the whole kit. It sounds great on the snare but it makes the tons and kick sound off. Also I’m pretty sure it only has two kits and the sound very similar to each other so there isn’t a lot of diversity in the plugin.

    • @MrBlueDux
      @MrBlueDux 2 місяці тому

      @@DuFFuLDo you think the kit would sound better if you turned the reverb volume down or if you put the death metal kit in a different room like in the modern metal room?

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  2 місяці тому +1

      @@MrBlueDux problem is if you turn the reverb down it affects the whole kit. I love the reverb on the snare. This is a major problem with ezdrummer. You can’t control the reverb or compression for individual kit pieces.

  • @ProjectVastness
    @ProjectVastness 7 місяців тому +1

    I've ez drummer and I like the duality II and also Modern Metal. But I've been trying the vst with Mike Mangini drums from Mixwave, 'cause of the the quantity of options and toms . And I'm liking it also , and we can use the Ez drummer mapping in there so It's a nice surprise for me

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому +1

      I'm going to have to check that one out now. I love all drum programs. They all sound unique. I also think it's great when they have mapping from other VSTs. That way I can load up older songs I've recorded and simply put it in. It is the worst when you have to move all your midi notes manually.
      Thank you for watching and the great comment!!

  • @markfranx
    @markfranx 8 місяців тому

    Death metal, drums of destruction and metal favourites. The sound of the hard rock hits are great and powerful but I agree the grooves as not as good as what I wanted.
    I wish there was an easier way to change the tempo during a song without manually doing it.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому +1

      I just put a tempo change in my daw and ezdrummer just automatically changes with it.
      And I agree with the boring grooves. They definitely could put a little more effort into some unique drum beats!!
      Thanks for watching 🤘🏻🤘🏻

  • @rodrigoperes7623
    @rodrigoperes7623 5 місяців тому

    There's no accounting for taste... dark matter is not even my top 5... i love the bright room.. is so real... but for me the number 1 is hard rock... I like your videos..keep up the good work

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  5 місяців тому

      @@rodrigoperes7623 thanks mate! The good thing about taste is everyone has their own. Otherwise it would be a very boring world! Hahaha
      I love bright room and hard rock as well.

  • @resington
    @resington 7 місяців тому

    Never ever used ex drummer. Definitely the best tool out there for drums I'm just contrary. Maybe one day.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      What do you use man??? I’m really curious now because your mixes sound solid as hell!!

    • @resington
      @resington 7 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL Since 2023 I've been mostly on Ugritone riot drums and ml drums essentials. Need to make a video on my favourites soon. Before that I was mostly perfect drums with panda and 3 sigma samples added. I'm very picky about sounds haha

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  7 місяців тому

      @@resington I could never get into Ugritone stuff. Although I love their midi packs. A lot of usable beats in them. Their kits always sounded off to me. I have some but not really a fan.
      I do love ML sound lab stuff. I really want to grab the new drum packs. I only have essentials but some of the new ones look amazing. Especially the Luxe! The yamz also looks great. When I’m finally not broke I will buy them hahaha!
      Perfect drums is probably my favourite drum plugin. The snares sound damn amazing. Also hertz drums has some good stuff as well. If you haven’t checked them out, I would recommend it for sure!!!

  • @rudygibson3527
    @rudygibson3527 8 місяців тому

    I now have and according to your videos, "death metal, made of metal, metal!, drums of destruction. If I have to keep one it would be DRUMS OF DESTRUCTION... all the presets are varied and fantastic and stick to a fat guitar sound (peavey 6505/ gibson) even if the grooves are unusable.
    DEATH METAL is great too, lots of ambiance, but sometimes you have to lower the reverb a little, the grooves are not very usable for heavy metal on the other hand.
    MADE OF METAL has a great sound but sounds a little muddy with my guitar sound, but good after a few adjustments, notably by lowering the sound of the hi-hat which takes up too much space. The grooves are great!
    METAL! I don't know enough yet, it sounds older than the others but seems good for working on a new piece with its very dry sound, but I think I would try to choose another kit for the final demo...but I don't don't know him well enough yet.

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому +1

      Man that’s a great analysis! I fully agree with death metal having way too much reverb. It’s the one thing I can’t stand about it. The problem is that I love it on the snare but wish I could turn the reverb down on the toms separately!!! It’s the one thing that has always frustrated me about ezdrummer as a whole. I really wish they had a reverb knob for each kit piece. Put it right next to the volume and tuning knob when you click on something. That would be amazing. It would honestly be a game changer for ezdrummer in my opinion.

    • @lauridsen1381
      @lauridsen1381 8 місяців тому

      @@DuFFuL I'm guessing they don't want to add too many features to the plugin, so that Superior Drummer will still be relevant. You could always just route the snare to a separate mixing channel and put reverb on the snare though

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  8 місяців тому

      @@lauridsen1381 I used to that but was looking to simplify my workflow. I guess that's why I've been loving perfect drums so much lately!

  • @keglimp
    @keglimp 20 днів тому

    My friend sent me this coz he thinks you're my dad. Are you my dad?

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  20 днів тому

      @@keglimp never have I and never would I have children.
      Destroyer of worlds

  • @ІгорПавловський-ш3з

    Metal Machine - good, оld workhorse. There would also be cymbals made of "death metal", although...
    Can always be replaced😉🤘💙💛💪✌️

    • @DuFFuL
      @DuFFuL  29 днів тому

      @@ІгорПавловський-ш3з I still love Metal machine. The snares sound damn amazing to this day!!!

    • @ІгорПавловський-ш3з
      @ІгорПавловський-ш3з 29 днів тому

      @DuFFuL Yes, it is... Old, but remote.😁