FXpansion has announced BFD3, the third generation of their flagship software acoustic drum studio. They tell us that it has new levels of realism and ground-breaking features in an intuitive redesigned engine.
A spokesperson had this to say, "With stunning new kits with mix-ready presets and modelling technology for tom resonance and cymbal swells, BFD3's audio engine delivers uncompromising detail. The revamped interface has a new mixer and sound browser for the easiest BFD experience yet.
BFD3's all-new library is recorded in two fantastic rooms by engineers including Andrew Scheps, Rail Jon Rogut and John Emrich, giving you a diverse palette of drum tones out of the box. The sounds include a brushed kit and processed drum presets for fast custom kit-building. BFD3 also contains a powerful built-in environment for pattern creation and editing, complete with a range of performances by legendary drummers for effortless production of drum tracks indistinguishable from the real thing."
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Pricing and Availability:
BFD3 is available on USB 2.0 flash installation media or as a download product from the FXpansion web shop and authorized FXpansion dealers worldwide for $349.00, €269.00, £229.00.
BFD3 Upgrade is available for all registered BFD2 owners for $199.00, €155.00, £129.00 on USB 2.0 flash installation media and $149, €115, £99 as a digital download.
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