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How to Edit EZDrummer Drums

EZDrummer is an audio sampling program that produces realistic drum sounds. The program functions as a plug-in to an audio editor for editing and creating drum tracks. Plugins are software components that add additional sounds and editing capabilities to an audio editing program. EZDrummer supports VST plugins for Windows systems, Audio Units for Macintosh systems and RTAS as a standalone program. An RTAS standalone program allows you to open the EZDrummer software without having to use a plugin and record sounds with your audio editor. VST and Audio Units integrate directly into the audio editor.

Things You'll Need

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Instructions

    • 1

      Install the EZDrummer software program. In the Installation screen, make sure to select the plugin installation options you wish to you. To do this, when asked about your plugins, simply click the box next to the VST, AU (Audio Units) or RTAS option.

    • 2

      Open your audio editor program such as Cubase, Sonar or GarageBand. Most programs will automatically scan the system for plugins and include them in the list of audio options. However, if you audio editor doesn't automatically scan, go to the "File" menu and click "Scan for VST or Audio Units." If you plan to use RTAS, then you must open the EZDrummer Drums program before opening the audio editor.

    • 3

      Select the "Score Layout" option from the list of viewing options in your audio editor. This will make it possible for you to edit the drum samples using standard music notation. If you do not know how to read music, use the "MIDI" layout. You will be able to move the small blocks that represent pitches by dragging the boxes up and down. As you drag the boxes you will be able to preview what the notes sound like.

    • 4

      Create drum loops by using the "Drum Library" located within the EZDrummer program. You can double-click a loop to hear a preview. When you find a loop you like, click on it and drag it over to the editing pane of your audio editor. You can then further edit the music by dragging individual notes up or down on the MIDI timeline or music score.

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