Force56 Audio Software has released Rhyzor16 Drums VST, a sample-based virtual drum machine inspired by the classic Alesis HR-16 and HR-16B drum machines.
Designed for producers, retro hardware enthusiasts and musicians looking for the distinctive character of early digital drum machines, Rhyzor16 Drums VST brings the sounds of both HR-16 models into a straightforward, modern instrument for Windows and macOS.
Rhyzor16 Drums VST includes 96 drum samples sourced from the original HR-16 and HR-16B ROMs, covering the complete sound collections of both machines. Each of its 16 pads provides independent volume, pan and tuning controls, with 32 tuning steps per sample, following the range of the original hardware.
The goal is simple: preserve the character and immediacy of these classic drum machines while making their sounds easy to use inside a modern DAW – no complicated setup, external sample libraries or vintage hardware required.
Rhyzor16 Drums VST was built for musicians who love the unmistakable sound of late-80s digital drum machines and want those sounds ready to play inside a modern production workflow.
Rhyzor16 Drums VST includes:
- 96 drum samples from the original Alesis HR-16 and HR-16B ROMs.
- 16 playable drum pads.
- Independent volume, pan and tuning controls for every pad.
- 32-step tuning range inspired by the original hardware.
- 10 full drum kit presets ready to play and modify.
- Simple drum preset creation and management.
- MIDI and DAW automation support.
- VST3, Audio Unit and standalone versions.
- Windows and macOS support.
- Straightforward, no-frills workflow designed for immediate music production.
Price:r $39 USD, including free lifetime updates.
Free downloadable demo versions for Windows and macOS, screenshots, and the complete sample list are available on the official Rhyzor16 Drums VST product page.
The free demo version can be downloaded and tested before purchasing.
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