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Nepheton 2 vs Redrum
Both stand on drum machine software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Pick Nepheton 2 if you want a host-based drum plugin with extensive pattern tools, MIDI triggering, and two effect buses. Look elsewhere if you need a standalone instrument or do not have a compatible host.
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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.
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| Nepheton 2 | Redrum | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Nepheton 2: €119, paid once | Reason Rack 14: €159, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | d16.pl | reasonstudios.com |
| On drum machine software | #12 of 30 | #16 of 30 |
Nepheton 2: what it does well
- Includes over 1,200 presets and patterns.
- Sequencer provides tap recording and a randomizer.
- Patterns support per-step flam and editable substep variants.
- Exports MIDI by drag and drop.
- Offers two effect buses and channel-level sound shaping.
What to know first
- Requires a compatible host and cannot run standalone.
- Costs €119.00 once.
- A demo is available, but its duration is unstated.
Redrum: what it does well
- Provides 10 stereo sample channels.
- Offers 32 patterns across four banks, up to 64 steps each.
- Can be played from Reason’s sequencer or via MIDI.
- Supports users’ own samples and includes preset kits.
- Has individual audio and gate outputs plus gate and CV inputs.
What to know first
- Reason software runs only on Mac and Windows computers.
- No free plan is listed; the Reason+ trial lasts 7 days.
- The annual Reason+ price is not displayed.
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