

But there were a few quirks in its operation, and I found myself hoping that an upgrade would take care of them someday. It was great for slinging together a 'kit' of drum samples and for coming up with rhythms quickly, and much faster than using my old Akai hardware samplers to do the same thing. I've been an ardent fan of Native Instruments' original Battery sample-based software drum module since it was unveiled back in 2001. Is it all John Bonham tom mayhem, or is it limper than a Kraftwerk drum solo? Two years on from its original release, Native's virtual drum module gets its first full upgrade. The left-hand part of the Edit Pane changes according to the selections made on the tabs at the top left of the pane, as shown in the other screenshots in this article, while the display on the right shows the waveform of the currently selected Cell for editing.

The Master section is the top strip of this window, above the Sample Matrix of grey Cells in the middle, and the Edit Pane is the section at the bottom. BATTERY 3's flexible nature ensures the perfect setup for any situation.Battery 2 has the same quasi-military look as the original version, as you can see in this shot of the program running under Cubase SX on the review PC. Step through all your drums of a particular type and pre-listen samples within the current kit. Color-code or select multiple cells for quick and easy management. With up to 128 sample cells, it is now fully customizable – define the number of cells, rows and columns to fit your exact needs. BATTERY 3 is the definition of drums.Īt the heart of BATTERY 3 lies the cell matrix, bigger and more versatile than ever before. Compatibility with most standard sample formats allows seamless integration of virtually any third party libraries. From authentic acoustic kits to contemporary electronic collections and ethnic percussion from all over the globe, every genre is represented. Over 100 professional kits cover an incredibly broad spectrum of musical styles. Whether electronic or acoustic, Battery 3 will have your drums rolling in no time.īattery 3 is armed with an extensive sample library. A powerful new engine and a host of sound shaping options deliver tight, punchy drums while the user-friendly interface guarantees instant access and complete control. The latest version of the acclaimed drum sampler fuses an extensive library with functionality and simplicity. The Native Instruments Battery 3 is the professional standard for drums and percussion. Digital Adapters & Miscellaneous Cables.All Professional Recording Audio Interfaces.>Professional Recording Audio Interfaces.
