Kvraudio iconKvraudioSep 28, 2026 ~1 min source read

Force56 Audio Software releases Thunder660 Drums VST - Boss DR-660 Inspired Drum Machine Plugin

Force56 Audio Software has released Thunder660 Drums VST, a sample-based virtual drum machine based on the sounds and workflow of the classic Boss DR-660 drum machine. Its 16 playable pads provide independent volume, pan and tuning controls, with a ±24 semitone tuning range allowing each sound to be tuned across two full octaves.

Force56 Audio Software releases Thunder660 Drums VST - Boss DR-660 Inspired Drum Machine Plugin

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Force56 Audio Software has released Thunder660 Drums VST, a sample-based virtual drum machine based on the sounds and workflow of the classic Boss DR-660 drum machine.

Its 16 playable pads provide independent volume, pan and tuning controls, with a ±24 semitone tuning range allowing each sound to be tuned across two full octaves.

The plugin also includes recreations of the original DR-660 factory pad banks, including their A and B variations, providing ready-to-use starting points based on the original hardware while allowing users...

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Force56 Audio Software has released Thunder660 Drums VST, a sample-based virtual drum machine based on the sounds and workflow of the classic Boss DR-660 drum machine. Its 16 playable pads provide independent volume, pan and tuning controls, with a ±24 semitone tuning range allowing each sound to be tuned across two full octaves. The goal is simple: preserve the large and distinctive sound library of the DR-660 while making it immediately accessible inside a modern DAW, without external sample libraries or vintage hardware.

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  • The plugin also includes recreations of the original DR-660 factory pad banks, including their A and B variations, providing ready-to-use starting points based on the original hardware while allowing users...
  • Recreations of the original DR-660 factory pad banks, including A and B variations.

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Designed for producers, retro hardware enthusiasts and musicians looking for the distinctive character of early-90s digital drum machines, Thunder660 Drums VST brings the complete sound collection of the DR-660 into a straightforward, modern instrument for Windows and macOS. Independent volume, pan and tuning controls for every pad. Custom drum preset creation, editing and saving.

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