Essential Information About Sugar Bytes DrumComputer Software
- Advanced drum synthesizer with 8 engines and 3 synthesis layers (Resonator, Wavetable/Analog, Resynth) + Sampler mode.
- 16-step / 16-pattern sequencer with pattern generator, probabilities, rolls, swing, humanize, and full drag & drop MIDI.
- Intelligent randomizers, MakeKit, and Remix control to instantly create kits, fills, and evolving variations.
- Deep modulation (2 ENV/LFO, ModMatrix, sequence modulators) and built-in effects: multimode filter, compressor, overdrive, two send reverbs + Finalizer (transient, comp, maximizer, saturation).
What DrumComputer Is For
DrumComputer is designed for electronic drum sound design and modern production: techno, house, hip-hop/trap, bass music, pop, or soundtracks. It covers the full spectrum, from punchy analog kicks to liquefied cymbals, hybrid snares, and experimental percussion. Its workflow encourages fast exploration, live performance, and creating unique grooves directly within your DAW.
Main Features
Synthesis Engines and Kit Editing
The 8 engines share exchangeable presets and stack Resonator, Wavetable/analog oscillator, and Resynth, with a Sampler mode for your own sounds. The Kit page gathers essentials: per-channel preset browser, global pitch/decay, "Modify" control, and profile-based randomization. Define Choke/Mute Groups to manage open/closed hi-hats or create sophisticated rhythmic interactions.
Creative Sequencer and Performance
The 16-step/16-pattern sequencer offers tempo, direction, and step length per track. Dedicated modulation sequencers handle probabilities, rolls, step delays, as well as pitch, decay, and mod. Key Zones enable rolls, pitch, and modulations via keyboard; 8 keys are dedicated to mutes, and pattern chaining facilitates arrangements. Auto Fill and Remix functions inject contextual fills and variations.
Modulations, Effects, and Finishing
Two hybrid ENV/LFOs, a flexible ModMatrix, and modulation sources spread throughout the instrument stimulate expression. On the processing side: multimode filter, compressor, overdrive, and two send reverbs (Room/Hall). The Finalizer combines transient shaping, compression, maximizer, and saturation for punchy, coherent kits.
Presets and Randomization
Over 400 global presets and 450 engine presets serve as starting points. Intelligent randomizers and the MakeKit button generate fresh drum kits on the fly; every session becomes an endless source of inspiration.
Technical Specifications
System Requirements
- macOS: macOS 10.13 or higher.
- Windows: Windows 7 or higher.
Supported Formats
- Plugins: VST-2, VST-3, AU, AAX.
- Standalone application included.
Features
- 8 sound engines, each layering Resonator, Wavetable/analog oscillator, and Resynth/Sampler.
- Multimode filter, compressor, overdrive, and 2 send reverbs (Room, Hall).
- 2 ENV/LFO modules, engine and sequence modulators, modulation matrix.
- 16-step sequencer and pattern generator; probabilities, rolls, step delay (+/-), swing, humanize.
- Remix and automatic/manual fills for variations and breaks.
- Keyboard mapping for patterns, mutes, and engine triggers; Key Zones for rolls, pitch, modulation.
- MIDI File drag-and-drop including triggers, modulation sequences, Auto Fills, and associated CC.
- Multiple audio/MIDI outputs.
Included Content
- Library of over 400 global presets and 450 engine presets.
- Sampler mode for importing your own samples.
- Finalizer module: transient shaper, compressor, maximizer, saturation.