Description
Overview
The Alan Parsons Silver Sparkle Kit is a meticulously sampled virtual instrument part of the Alan Parsons Sample Project series, developed exclusively by Sonic Reality. This library captures the quintessential 1970s drum aesthetic, specifically focusing on the dampened drum sounds Alan Parsons utilized during his legendary recordings with Pink Floyd and the Alan Parsons Project.
To achieve unparalleled authenticity, a vintage 6-piece Ludwig® silver sparkle kit was recorded in a world-renowned London studio. The signal chain utilized the original EMI TG12345 mixing console—the same hardware responsible for the sonic character of iconic albums such as Dark Side of the Moon, Band On The Run, and Abbey Road.
Key Details
- Vintage Hardware: Based on a 6-piece Ludwig® silver sparkle drum kit.
- Historic Signal Path: Sampled through the original EMI TG12345 mixing console for authentic 70s warmth and character.
- Comprehensive Kit Configuration:
- Kick: 22″
- Snare: 14″
- Rack Toms: 12″ and 13″
- Floor Toms: 14″ and 16″
- Cymbals: 16″ and 18″ crashes, plus 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 a natural performance.
- Enhanced Control: Includes DIRECT Mics on all cymbals for precise mixing and placement.
Use Cases
- Vintage Productions: Ideal for producers seeking the specific dampened, warm drum tones of the 1970s progressive and art rock eras.
- Period-Correct Scoring: Perfect for film or television soundtracks requiring an authentic mid-century studio sound.
- Hybrid Drum Kits: Serves as a professional companion library to the Alan Parsons Black Oyster Kit and Nick Mason Drums for expanded sonic palettes.
- Professional Mixing: Designed for engineers who need high-headroom, world-class samples that respond realistically to processing.
Installation
This product is delivered as a Digital License/Download. After purchase, follow the publisher’s instructions to download the library and authorize it via the InMusic Software Center (or InMusic License Manager).
Note: The provided serial number authorizes the Silver Sparkle Kit library only; it does not provide a license for the BFD3 software itself.
Compatibility
- Required Software: Requires 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+
- RAM: 4GB RAM (8GB recommended)
- Disk Space: 6.3GB Hard Drive Space
- Plugin Formats: Runs within BFD3 as a plugin or in standalone mode.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: BFD Expansions
- SKU: 1127-39
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (22H2+), macOS Ventura+
- RAM Requirements: 4GB RAM (8GB recommended)
- Disk Space: 6.3GB Hard Drive Space
- Plugin Formats: Requires BFD3
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.sonicreality.com/details.php?ProductID=5293).
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