SD2 - The Next Generation is a stunning collection of exceptional acoustic percussion instruments. The exclusive selection of drums and percussions exceeds all other existing libraries out there. As a sequel to Stormdrum (which was the most successful acoustic percussion library ever released.) it sets new standards that will exceed the expectations of everyone who owns a Quantum Leap product. Combined with the brand new developed EASTWEST PLAY sample engine, a must to have with no doubt.

SD2 - The Next Generation is a completely new and improved concept that is destined to become the new standard for years to come.

• Produced by Quantum Leap producer Nick Phoenix
• Approximately 10 gigabytes of percussion insanity!

Multi-Sampled Percussion Features

• Drawing from the secret collections of 3 percussionists, SD2 - The Next Generation features some of the most amazing multi-sampled percussion imaginable.
• All recorded with vintage Neumann microphones in the famous Eastwest Studio 1 for that unmistakable Hollywood soundstage vibe and a sound far beyond any other commercial percussion library.

Instruments

• Tibetan, Indian and Chinese Bells and Gongs
• Indonesian Hand Drums
• Anklung
• Udu
• Chinese Bowl Drums
• 5 ft. O Daiko
• Earthquake Ensemble
• Sound Design Percussion
• Devil Chasers
• Whale Drum
• Giant Log Drums
• and the biggest floor tom on earth, specifically built for this project by Remo

These are just a few of the gems in this collection.

SD2 - The Next Generation also features typical drums like congas and bongos, finally recorded in a way that does the instruments justice.

Loop Features: SD2 - The Next Generation does not offer loops. Instead we give you access midi performances created with Roland VDrums and Zendrum percussion controllers.

• What this means is that you can change ANYTHING with no sound degradation.
• Want to slow it down from 120 BPM to 50 BPM? Simply change the tempo of your sequence.
• Want to change the tone to something more aggressive, or something more subtle? Simply change the dynamics and marvel as 24 velocity multi-sampled percussion creates a completely new sound.
• Want to tune, add effects or filters to specific drums? No prWant to mute specific sounds and play in your own parts using oblem.
• the same sounds? No problem.
• Sound replacement? No problem.
• Like the sound of a performance, but don’t like the rhythm? Simply use the current multi to create your own rhythms.
• MIDI PERFORMANCES: Over 100 film score oriented midi performances, each with dozens of variations, intros and endings from bombastic to hypnotic.
• Software allows for millions of variations of each midi performance

System Requirements

• 13 GB Free Hard Disc Space.
• DVD Drive
• iLok Security Key, not included (a free soundsonline.com account is required for retrieving and managing iLok licenses)

Please note: to use all of the MIDI file performances included, you will need to have the recommended system. You will only be able to use the instruments and some of the MIDI file performances with smaller systems.

If your system is below our recommended specifications, here are some tips for optimizing PLAY and SD2:

1. Install samples on a fast drive that is not too full. Make sure all software is up to date.
2. Change PLAY's streaming settings to buffer factor 5
3. Change audio driver buffer to 512 or even 1024 if you just need to mix down an SD2 performance.
4. Turn off reverb.
5. Mute some tracks of an SD2 performance and render in two passes. Maybe separate the low drums from the hi frequency drums, so you have two audio mixes that can be processed later.

Mac Minimum Requirements

• G4 1Ghz or faster, 2Gb RAM, Mac OS 10.4, DVD drive
• iLok required (not included), internet connection required for one-time product activation

Mac Recommended Requirements

• Core Duo or better processor, 4Gb RAM

PC Minimum Requirements

• P4 2.5Ghz or faster, 2Gb RAM, Windows XP SP 2 or Vista, sound card, DVD drive,
• iLok required (not included), internet connection required for one-time product activation

PC Recommended Requirements

• Core Duo or better processor, 4Gb RAM, sound card with ASIO drivers. 64-bit system and host

PC & MAC

• 32-bit standalone and plug-in versions included.
• 64-bit PC VST (host must support 64-bit VST plugins) and standalone versions included.

Supported Interfaces

• WIN: VST™, ASIO™, DirectSound™
• MAC: VST™, Audio Units™, Core Audio™
• RTAS: MAC is supported.