100% analog drum samples for classic 808 sound and authentic hardware feel
Extensive multi-sampling of every drum voice for full control over decay, tone, and accents
Includes both clean and hardware-saturated versions for versatile sound options
Tuned bass drum with 4-second decay for professional drum programming
Compatible with a wide range of DAWs and samplers including Ableton, FL Studio, Logic, Maschine, MPC, and more
Summarized by Shop
The Iconic Drum Machine Sampled Through an API Console
The 808 is easily the most recognized drum machine in history. It's responsible for the birth of countless genres - hip hop, electro, techno, house, trap - the list goes on. And even though it was developed in early 1980, it is still among the best sounding drum machines of all time
Sample Rate
24-bit WAV
Number of Samples
1500+ per kit
Format
WAV (digital and tape versions included)
Hardware Processing
No plugins used; all processing via hardware (API 1608 console, API 2500, Distressor, Moog, Reddi, tube EQs, API 550B/560 EQs, SP1200, MPC60)
Compatibility
DAWs and samplers including Ableton, FL Studio, Logic, Maschine, MPC1000/MPC2500, Kontakt 5.6.5, Reason, Battery, Fruity, MPC1000/MPC2500
