Atlas 2 is a drum-sample organizer and beat-making tool that uses AI to sort samples. It runs as a standalone application or as a VST, VST3, AU or AAX plugin in major DAWs, with downloads for macOS, Windows and Linux; Linux support is experimental. It accepts formats including WAV, AIFF, FLAC, OGG, MP3 and WMA. Its sequencer imports MIDI while preserving original timing, supports polyrhythms, and exports MIDI and audio loops. Users can map MIDI, send MIDI to plugins or hardware, and drag drum pads into applications such as Ableton Drum Rack. Samples can be embedded in a DAW project with the Atlas plugin instance. A 14-day trial unlocks all features, then continues to output audio but no longer allows the interface to be viewed or edited. The full version costs 99.00 USD per once and can be installed on three machines; it is 64-bit only. Authorization requires internet access, though the software can run offline after installation and authorization. Offline activation is available by contacting support.
Who it is for
Atlas 2 suits beat makers and producers who want to organize drum sounds, create kits and sequences, and work in a DAW or standalone. Users on Linux should note that support is described as experimental.
What is good
- Runs standalone or as several plugin formats.
- Imports MIDI and preserves original timing.
- Exports MIDI and audio loops.
- Samples can be embedded in a DAW project.
What to know first
- Linux support is experimental.
- Trial interface becomes unavailable after 14 days.
- Full version costs 99.00 USD per once.
- 64-bit only; installs on three machines.
Verdict
Atlas 2 combines sample organization with sequencing and DAW integration, and its trial unlocks all features for 14 days. Consider the post-trial interface restriction, experimental Linux support and listed full-version terms before choosing it.
Atlas 2 plans and pricing
All plansCompared on drum machine software
- Free plan
- No
- Paid from
- 99 one-time
- Platform
- plugin
- Sequencing mode
- hybrid
- MIDI support
- Yes
- Sample import
- Yes
- Live performance tools
- Yes
- Pattern tracks
- 64 tracks
