Description
Overview
The Alan Parsons Black Oyster Kit is a premium drum sample library developed through a collaboration between Sonic Reality and legendary engineer Alan Parsons. As part of the exclusive “Alan Parsons Sample Project,” this expansion is meticulously designed to recreate the iconic drum sounds of The Beatles. By utilizing a sampled Ludwig® “Fab Four Kit” processed through original EMI® TG12345 and R.E.D.D. mixing consoles and captured with period-correct vintage microphones, this kit delivers an authentic, classic sonic signature reminiscent of albums like Abbey Road and Let It Be.
Key Details
- Authentic Signal Chain: Sampled through original EMI® TG12345 and R.E.D.D. mixing consoles for genuine vintage warmth and character.
- Comprehensive 4-Piece Shell Pack: Includes a 22″ kick, 14″ snare, 13″ rack tom, and 16″ floor tom.
- Expanded Cymbal Array: Features 16″ and 18″ crashes, plus a dedicated hi-hat and ride.
- High-Fidelity Sampling: All instruments are recorded at multiple velocities with round-robin playback to eliminate the “machine-gun” effect and ensure extreme realism.
- Direct Mic Options: Includes DIRECT mics on all cymbals for precise control over the mix.
- Included Components: Kick, Snare (Standard and Damp), Toms 1-2, Hi-Hat, and Ride.
Use Cases
- Vintage Production: Ideal for producers and composers aiming for the specific 1960s British pop and rock aesthetic.
- Period-Correct Scoring: Perfect for film or television soundtracks requiring authentic mid-century studio drum tones.
- Professional Mixing: Useful for engineers who need high-quality, pre-processed vintage drum samples that sit naturally in a mix without extensive EQ.
Installation
This product is delivered as a digital license. After purchase, follow the publisher’s instructions for download and authorization. The library must be registered via the InMusic Software Center (or InMusic License Manager). Once authorized, the library is loaded within the BFD3 environment. Please note that the provided serial number authorizes the Sonic Reality library only and does not include a license for the BFD3 software itself.
Compatibility
- Required Software: Must have an installed and registered copy of BFD3 (Fully compatible with BFD3.4 and BFD3.5).
- Unsupported Software: NOT compatible with BFD Player.
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (22H2)+, macOS Ventura+.
- Plugin Formats: BFD3 plugin or Standalone mode.
- RAM: 4GB RAM.
- Disk Space: 2.8GB Hard Drive Space.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: BFD Expansions
- SKU: 1127-12
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (22H2)+, macOS Ventura+
- RAM Requirements: 4GB RAM
- Disk Space: 2.8GB Hard Drive Space
- Plug-In Formats: or in standalone mode and you’ve got … Jul 30
- Plug-In Formats: BFD3
- Authorization: or in standalone mode and you’ve got … Jul 30
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (http://www.sonicreality.com/details.php?ProductID=5263).
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