Professional Drums for Every Genre
XLN Audio’s Addictive Drums 2 is an all-in-one drum production powerhouse that gives you everything you need to create professional-quality drum tracks. Whether you're producing rock, blues, jazz, pop, or electronic music, Addictive Drums 2 provides you with three of XLN Audio’s most celebrated drum kits: Fairfax Vol. 1, Fairfax Vol. 2, and Black Velvet.
With an intuitive interface, powerful effects, and over 5,000 MIDI grooves, Addictive Drums 2 makes it easy to create drum tracks that sound like they were recorded in a world-class studio.
Find the Perfect Groove Instantly
Creating drum parts has never been easier with over 5,000 pre-recorded MIDI grooves that cover a wide range of genres and playing styles.
- Grid Search – Simply select the type of beat you need (e.g., snare on 2 & 4), and Addictive Drums 2 will instantly find matching grooves.
- Beat Transformer – Adjust MIDI grooves in real-time to perfectly match your track’s rhythm.
- Drag-and-Drop MIDI & Audio – Instantly transfer your drum tracks into your DAW for further editing.
Whether you’re programming drums from scratch or need inspiration, Addictive Drums 2 makes the process fast and effortless.
Why Choose Addictive Drums 2?
- Three professional drum kits for all genres.
- 5,000+ MIDI grooves for quick and easy drum programming.
- Powerful sound-shaping tools like transient control, EQ, and effects.
- Drag-and-drop audio & MIDI for seamless DAW integration.
- Fast and intuitive workflow that keeps you in the creative flow.
Whether you're a producer, composer, or drummer looking for high-quality virtual drums, XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2 is the ultimate drum software for crafting pro-level drum tracks.
Authentic Drum Kits & Studio-Quality Sound
At the heart of Addictive Drums 2 are three expertly recorded drum kits that capture the essence of legendary drum sounds:
- Fairfax Vol. 1 – Classic, warm, and punchy rock drums recorded at Fairfax Studios.
- Fairfax Vol. 2 – A vintage, deep, and rich-sounding kit, perfect for blues and americana.
- Black Velvet – A hard-hitting, aggressive drum set designed for high-energy rock and metal.
Each kit is fully customizable, allowing you to adjust mic placements, mix settings, and effects to match your unique sound.
System Requirements
- Mac & Windows Compatible
- Formats: AAX, VST3, VST, VST2, AU, Standalone
- Mac: OS X 10 or later, Intel/Apple Silicon, 4GB RAM minimum
- Windows: Intel/AMD Multi-core CPU, 4GB RAM minimum
- Lifetime Activation & Free Updates
Shape & Customize Your Drum Sound
Addictive Drums 2 gives you full control over your drum tones with advanced sound-sculpting tools:
- Transient Shaper – Adjust attack and sustain to make drums hit harder or sit softer in the mix.
- Tone Designer – Shape the character of your drums with fine-tuned dampening.
- Built-in Effects – Includes EQ, reverb, delay, and compression to refine your drum sound.
- Trigger Kit Pieces – Layer additional elements like white noise, sine waves, or one-shots for unique textures.
With these tools, you can go from a vintage acoustic vibe to a processed electronic sound with just a few clicks.
Fast, Intuitive Workflow
One of the biggest strengths of Addictive Drums 2 is its streamlined workflow, designed to keep you in the creative zone:
- Standalone or Plugin Use – Works inside any DAW or as a standalone application.
- Snapshot System – Save and compare up to four different mix settings for easy A/B testing.
- Seamless DAW Integration – Drag-and-drop individual drum tracks or full performances directly into your DAW.
- Customizable Kit Layout – Easily swap, tune, and adjust individual drum pieces.
With no complicated setup required, Addictive Drums 2 lets you start producing instantly.

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