IconDrum

The IconDrum reborn; Inspiring, Immediate, Impactful.

The GForce IconDrum pays homage a legendary drum machine revising the concept for today’s digital age. The IconDrum provides a bridge connecting the iconic sounds of the early 80s with the creative possibilities offered by modern rhythm creation methods.

• Authentic Sound: Immerse yourself in the vibe of old-school drum sounds, recreated and refined for pristine clarity without losing their classic digital warmth. The IconDrum brings you a rich library of 100 authentic sounds, each carrying the soul of the original machine.
• Limitless Creativity: Aligned with its innovative feature set, the IconDrum’s sleek and user-friendly interface invites everyone, from beginners to experienced producers, to engage, experiment, and create sounds that are timeless and span a multitude of musical styles.

A lasting legacy into the heartbeat of music history

Like the Oberheim DMX drum machine, the original hardware has left an indelible mark on the soundscape of popular music, crafting the rhythmic foundation of timeless tracks across a spectrum of genres. 
From the unmistakable pulse of Prince's "1999" and Michael Jackson's "Thriller" to the iconic beat driving The Human League’s "Fascination", the groundbreaking drum machine defined an era. Its rhythms laid the foundation for a-ha’s "Take On Me," Madonna’s "Lucky Star," and Billy Idol’s "Eyes Without a Face," shaping the unmistakable sound of the '80s. Even Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer" and Stevie Nicks’ "Stand Back" owe their groove to this iconic drum machine.

GForce have included all the original sounds, maintaining their unique character that propelled these classic tracks. The IconDrum also offers many alternatives, expanding the classic sound set to inspire both nostalgic recreations and fresh, innovative productions.

Revisiting the past, redefining the future

The IconDrum is more than just a drum module; it's a tribute to the machine that defined an era and a gateway to the rhythms of tomorrow. Designed for those who cherish the timeless sounds of the original yet seek to push creative boundaries, the IconDrum invites you to explore the essence of the classic in a modern context.

Kickstart your inspiration with an extensive collection of iconic MIDI pattern files, expertly constructed to honour the rhythms that shaped music history. These rhythms, ready to be revised or reimagined, provide the foundation to blend vintage flair with contemporary style in your productions.

GForce have also included kits that capture the raw sound of the original, as well as professionally processed kits primed for instant integration into your work. With the IconDrum, rhythms of the past become the pulse of the future.

An Icon Reborn, A New Beat Awaits

Step into a realm where classic grooves and cutting-edge possibilities meet. With the IconDrum, unlock rhythms that throb with the spirit of the past, sculpted by the precision of modern technology.

• Modern Mastery: Immerse yourself in the iconic twelve-part sound kit of the IconDrum, now enhanced with full control over pan, solo, mute, pitch, decay, analogue-style delay send, and lush reverb send for each channel.
• Ultimate Sound Sculpting: Take command on the master channel with a multi-mode filter, distortion, EQ, and compressor, delivering the warmth, depth, and punch only found in vintage gear. Shape your sound with finesse, adding that sought-after analogue character while achieving pristine clarity.

Recreate iconic beats or transform them into something uniquely yours, all while embracing the timeless sound that has defined rhythm for generations.

Features

• A testament to the timeless influence of a legendary drum machine, re-envisioned for today’s creative minds
• 100 authentic and unique sounds
• Raw sounds, as well as produced kits for immediate pro sound
• Over 70 preset kits, including the classic, modern and hybrid variations
• Solo, Mute, Delay sends, Reverb send, Pitch, Decay, Pan, HP/LP and Gain per track
• 3-slot individually selectable FX chain on master 
• Distortion, Multi-mode Filter, Compressor, EQ, Bitcrusher, Gate and Phaser available for the master.
• Over 70 MIDI Files with many classic recreations
• Velocity control
• Separate outputs
• GM Map for your MIDI Controller
• Programmable MIDI CC response via MIDI Learn
• Fully-scalable UI
• Preset Browser

System Requirements

macOS

• Intel or Apple Silicon Mac via Rosetta2 Translation
• macOS 10.15.x or above
• Standalone Application, AudioUnit, AAX, VST and VST3
• 230 MB of disk space + 5GB for the library that may be installed on an external hard drive

Windows

• 2GHz CPU with 2GB RAM
• Windows 7 and above
• Standalone Application, AAX, VST and VST3
• 230 MB of disk space + 5GB for the library that may be installed on an external hard drive