Wollo Beat by Wollo is a virtual drum and percussion machine that skillfully combines classic Roland-style drum machine sounds with rich acoustic samples. This plugin is a powerful solution for musicians and producers seeking a versatile tool for creating diverse rhythmic patterns. It is ideally suited for a wide range of musical genres, from electronic music, hip-hop, and R&B to rock, pop, and experimental styles.
Wollo Beat stands out not only for its hybrid sound but also for its flexible architecture. Essentially, you get two complete drum machines in one plugin. Each of these machines has its own set of 15 high-quality sounds that are velocity-sensitive, allowing you to capture the finest dynamic nuances. In total, you have 30 different sounds at your disposal that can be shaped and customized.
Key Features of Wollo Beat
This plugin offers an advanced set of features for detailed control over your drums:
- Two independent drum machines: Each machine works independently, supporting separate MIDI channels for convenient control and programming from your DAW. Easily create complex, layered rhythms.
- 30 high-quality sounds: Access to two sets of 15 sounds. The sounds cover a wide range from classic electronic to realistic acoustic, all velocity-sensitive.
- Deep customization of each sound: For each of the 15 sounds on both machines, Gain, Pan, Filters, and Pitch parameters are available. Full control over the character and placement of each drum element.
- Built-in effects: The plugin is equipped with two internal effects processors. Delay is ideal for creating echoes. Reverb with Phaser adds spaciousness, volume, and unique modulation textures.
- Dual stereo outputs: Two separate stereo outputs allow you to route the outputs from each machine to separate channels in your DAW mixer for individual processing.
- Virtual trigger pads: The interface includes interactive pads for playing the sounds of the first drum machine (MIDI channel 1). Useful for quick sound testing.
Workflow and Compatibility
Wollo Beat is optimized for operation on the Windows operating system (Win32 VST format). It integrates easily with any DAW that supports VST on Windows. The installation process is standard: place the file in the folder for VST plugins.
Using Wollo Beat is flexible. Program drum parts using MIDI clips or record your playing. Separate MIDI channels allow you to control the machines in parallel or sequentially. For example, one machine for the main rhythm, the other for percussion. Routing through dual stereo outputs allows you to apply different effects to different groups of sounds for professional mixing.
The built-in delay and reverb effects can be used to add space or create specific sound textures. Experiment with their settings.
With its intuitive interface and rich feature set, Wollo Beat is an excellent choice for both quickly creating ideas and for detailed elaboration of complex arrangements. It is a reliable tool that provides high-quality sound and the flexibility needed for modern music production.
