T.Rex 64: The Legendary Sound of the Commodore 64C in Your DAW
Immerse yourself in the golden age of 8-bit computers with T.Rex 64, a unique virtual instrument (rompler) from Max Project. This plugin is a true treasure trove of sounds, carefully collected from the legendary Commodore 64C home computer, equipped with the iconic SID 8580 sound chip. If you’ve ever felt nostalgic for the unique, warm, and vintage sound of games and programs from those times, T.Rex 64 will transport you back to the past, providing access to an authentic palette of drum sounds right in your studio.
Return to the Source: Sound Quality
A key feature of T.Rex 64 is its uncompromising approach to sample recording. All sounds were meticulously recorded by Fernando Lachari in his Proyecto Return laboratory. The sampling process was carried out through a Yamaha 01V mixer, and the signal transmission was done via SPDIF to an Echo Mia sound interface. Most importantly, the recording was made without any compression or normalization. This approach allowed to preserve the maximum clarity, dynamics, and original character of each sound, recorded directly from the SID 8580 chip. You get the exact sound it was intended to have, with all its nuances and unique artifacts, giving it a special charm. This is not just an imitation, but real, live samples of the legendary equipment.
Instruments and Controls
T.Rex 64 specializes in drum sounds from the C64C, offering a basic but effective set for creating rhythmic parts in chiptune style or adding retro elements to modern tracks. The following sounds are available to you:
- 8 types of “kicks” (Kicks)
- 8 types of “snare drums” (Snares)
- 2 types of toms (Toms)
- 1 cowbell (Cowbell)
- 1 “clap” (Clap)
- 2 types of hi-hats (Hi Hats)
Despite its vintage nature, the plugin is equipped with basic but important control elements that allow you to adapt the sounds to your needs. You can easily adjust the volume of each instrument using the Volume control, place the sound in stereo space using the Panorama control, and add volume or atmosphere using the built-in Reverb effect. These simple but effective tools allow you to integrate unique C64 sounds into your mix, giving them the desired shape and depth.
Why will T.Rex 64 become a valuable addition?
T.Rex 64 is not just another rompler. It is an instrument that carries the spirit of an entire era of digital music and gaming culture. It is ideal for musicians, sound designers, and producers who:
- Create music in the styles of chiptune, 8-bit, retrowave or electronic.
- Looking for unique, unusual drum sounds for their tracks.
- Want to add a vintage character and warmth to their modern compositions.
- Feel nostalgic for the Commodore 64C sound palette.
Thanks to authentic samples, obtained through high-quality recording without processing, T.Rex 64 offers a clean and true sound of the SID 8580, which is a rarity among modern emulations and sample libraries. It is easy to use, not overloaded with unnecessary functions, but provides exactly what it promises – access to the iconic drum sounds from the 8-bit classic. Add T.Rex 64 to your plugin collection and discover new horizons for sound experiments, combining vintage warmth and modern approaches to music creation. This is your chance to revive the spirit of the Commodore 64C in your creations.
