Ample Percussion Cloudrum
Key Features
- Play a sampled steel tongue drum across three octaves
- Switch between open and muted articulations and their releases
- Choose two microphone positions in mono or stereo
- Vary repeated notes with separate sample cycles and cycle simulation
- Use different samples in the left and right channels
- Shape the sound with reverb, delay, compression, and EQ
- Control parameters using MIDI CC or host automation
Description
Ample Percussion Cloudrum is a sampled steel tongue drum instrument with a three-octave range. Its resonant, pitched percussion gives producers a distinctive melodic voice for spacious arrangements, gentle rhythmic figures, and atmospheric music.
The instrument offers open and muted articulations, plus corresponding release articulations. Two microphone positions can be used in stereo or mono, letting you choose how to present the recorded instrument in a mix.
Separate sample cycles for each note and velocity layer help vary repeated notes. A cycle simulation mode extends the available variations, while the Double control uses different samples for the left and right channels.
Cloudrum also includes MIDI CC and automation control for its parameters. The developer's interface gallery shows reverb, stereo delay, compression, and a five-band EQ, giving you ways to shape the sound within the instrument.
Ample Sound lists Windows and Intel-based Mac support, with a standalone version alongside plugin formats. The developer lists Cloudrum under free software and directs downloads through its listed distributors; check the current compatibility details before installing on a newer system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of instrument is Cloudrum?
Cloudrum is a sampled steel tongue drum with a three-octave range. It is played as a melodic virtual instrument rather than a conventional drum kit.
Does Cloudrum work without a DAW?
Ample Sound lists a standalone version as well as plugin formats. You can also use it in a compatible plugin host.
How does Cloudrum vary repeated notes?
The instrument uses separate sample cycles for notes and velocity layers. Its cycle simulation setting can increase the available variations for repeated notes.
Where can I download Cloudrum?
Ample Sound lists Cloudrum under free software on its download page and links to distributors. Follow the Download link on its product page to find the available options.
