XLN Audio Addictive Trigger
XLN Audio Addictive Trigger is a powerful drum replacement and enhancement plugin designed to deliver fast, accurate, and musical results for modern drum production. Featuring advanced detection technology, intelligent analysis, and high-quality drum samples, Addictive Trigger makes it easy to transform raw drum recordings into polished, mix-ready performances.
Whether you’re tightening up a live drum session, replacing inconsistent hits, reinforcing punch and clarity, or blending acoustic and sample-based drums, Addictive Trigger offers exceptional ease of use and outstanding sonic results. Its intuitive workflow and robust feature set make it a go-to tool for producers, mix engineers, and sound designers.
Smart, Accurate Drum Detection
Addictive Trigger uses XLN Audio’s Audio Fingerprint™ and SuperStart™ technologies to automatically analyze incoming audio, detect transients, and set up triggers with remarkable precision. This results in fast setup times and highly accurate triggering, even in complex or noisy drum recordings.
Key Highlights
- Advanced Transient Detection: Reliable hit detection even in dense or bleed-heavy recordings.
- SuperStart™ One-Click Setup: Automatically configures thresholds, filters, and triggering for instant workflow efficiency.
- High-Quality Drum Samples: Includes professional multi-sampled drums from the Addictive Drums 2 library.
- Layering & Blending: Combine multiple samples, adjust dynamics, and blend with original audio easily.
- Detailed Control: Tune, shape, and refine each triggered sound with envelopes, filters, and mixing tools.
- Velocity & Human Feel: Captures realistic dynamics for expressive, natural-sounding drum replacement.
- Low-Latency Performance: Ideal for tracking, realtime enhancement, or live performance setups.
Perfect For
- Producers and mix engineers refining drum recordings
- Replacing or enhancing kicks, snares, toms, and percussive elements
- Hybrid drum production combining acoustic and sampled drums
- Modern rock, metal, pop, hip-hop, and electronic music
Technical Specifications
- Format: VST, AU, AAX (plugin)
- Platform: macOS and Windows
- Content: Addictive Trigger engine with built-in drum samples and preset library
- Compatibility: Works standalone with audio tracks; integrates with any DAW supporting the above plugin formats
Why Choose Addictive Trigger?
XLN Audio Addictive Trigger combines intelligent detection, high-quality samples, and an effortless workflow to deliver professional drum replacement results in seconds. It’s the perfect solution for anyone who needs precise, powerful, and musical drum enhancement without the complexity typically associated with triggering plugins.