Redrum

What Redrum is

Redrum is Reason’s pattern-based drum machine, designed around a drum-computer approach inspired by classic 1980s machines. It has 10 stereo channels for loading, editing, and playing samples, with included preset kits available alongside users’ own drum sounds. Its pattern sequencer provides 32 patterns arranged across four banks, and each pattern can contain up to 64 steps.

Redrum can play patterns from its own sequencer, from Reason’s main sequencer, or via MIDI. For routing and control, it provides individual audio and gate outputs as well as gate and CV inputs. The product is included in Reason 14 and the Reason subscription. Reason Rack is available as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin and is described as compatible with major DAWs. Reason software runs on Mac and Windows computers.

Reason Rack 14 is listed at €159, paid once and includes the plugin, 68 devices, and 50,000+ samples, loops, and patches. Reason 14 costs €239, paid once and includes the DAW and plugin with the same listed device and sound counts. Reason+ is billed annually and has a free 7-day trial; its annual price is not displayed. Reason Studios directs users with product, website, or shop issues to its support section and support team.

Who it suits

Redrum suits music makers who want a pattern sequencer with sample import, MIDI support, and distinct audio and gate routing. It is available as part of Reason 14 and the Reason subscription, with Reason Rack offered as a plugin for major DAWs.

Limits

Reason+ offers a free 7-day trial and is billed annually, but its annual price is not displayed. Reason Rack 14 costs €159, paid once, and Reason 14 costs €239, paid once.

Getting started

1. Choose Reason Rack 14, Reason 14, or the Reason+ subscription.
2. Install or use Reason on a Mac or Windows computer.
3. For plugin use, add Reason Rack through its VST3, AU, or AAX format.
4. Load included preset kits or import your own samples.
5. Create patterns in Redrum or play it from Reason’s main sequencer or via MIDI.

Verdict

Pick Redrum if you want a pattern-based drum machine with sample loading, MIDI playback, and routing connections as part of Reason or Reason Rack. Reason Rack 14 costs €159, paid once, while Reason 14 with the DAW costs €239, paid once. Look elsewhere if you need software for an operating system other than Mac or Windows.