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VADrum2
What VADrum2 is
VADrum2 is a paid drum production tool for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It lets users program drum patterns, mix sounds, and export finished audio. Its sound set contains 27 drum voices, made up of 23 virtual analog modules and four sample playback modules. Built-in delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, EQ, and compressor effects help shape those sounds. The pattern sequencer handles patterns up to 16 bars, with 16 clips and parameter automation. Exports can use AIFF, WAV, CAF, or AAC formats. Standalone operation supports Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, and MIDI input and output, while AUv3 operation requires a compatible host such as GarageBand or Logic. Projects can be stored in iCloud Drive across Apple devices. The listed price is $14.99, paid once, with iOS 14.5 and macOS 11.3 minimum requirements.
Who it suits
VADrum2 suits musicians and producers who need pattern-based drum sequencing on Apple devices. It is also suitable for workflows using MIDI, Ableton Link, AUv3 hosts, or iCloud Drive.
What it does well
- 27 drum voices across analog and sample modules
- Sequencer supports 16-bar patterns and automation
- Exports AIFF, WAV, CAF, and AAC
- Supports MIDI, Ableton Link, and AUv3
- Projects can use iCloud Drive
What to know first
- No free plan is listed
- Requires iOS 14.5 or macOS 11.3
- AUv3 requires a compatible host
- Price is $14.99, paid once
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VADrum2 | iPhone, iPad, and Mac app · iOS 14.5 or later · macOS 11.3 or later | $14.99, paid once |
As rtmusicsoftware.com lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
VADrum2 combines drum synthesis, sampling, sequencing, effects, MIDI, and several export formats in one Apple-focused tool. Its paid model and Apple platform requirements are the main points to consider.
Facts from VADrum2's own pages
- Audio export
- Audio can be exported as AIFF, WAV, CAF, or AAC. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- AUv3 host support
- The App Store listing says AUv3 requires a compatible host and identifies GarageBand on iOS and macOS and Logic on Mac as supported examples. · apps.apple.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Cloud storage
- Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive for use across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The listed minimum requirements are iOS 14.5 and macOS 11.3; an A10 Fusion or newer is recommended for iOS devices. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Drum voices
- The product page describes 27 drum voices: 23 virtual analog modules and 4 sample playback modules. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Effects
- Built-in effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, EQ, and compressor. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Standalone mode supports Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, and MIDI input/output; the app also works as an AUv3 extension. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Network and Bluetooth permissions
- The user guide says local network access is used to connect Ableton Link devices and Bluetooth access is used to connect Bluetooth MIDI devices. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The App Store listing reports that the developer indicates the app does not collect data; Apple says this information has not been verified by Apple. · apps.apple.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- VADrum2 is a drum production tool for programming drum sequences, mixing sounds, and exporting audio. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Sequencer
- The sequencer supports patterns up to 16 bars, 16 clips, and parameter automation. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- The product page links to the V1.0.5 user guide and a download section. · rtmusicsoftware.com, 4 Oct 2026
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