Master Trigger 2: Pro Drum Sample Secrets & Walkthrough with David Glenn
In this video, I walk you through everything you need to know about using Trigger 2 by Steven Slate Drums—from installation to pro-level drum sample techniques. Whether you're just getting started or looking for insider secrets to make your drum samples sit perfectly in the mix, I’ve got you covered!
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📌 Here’s what you’ll learn:
✔️ How to insert Trigger 2 in Pro Tools (and some quirks to watch out for!)
✔️ Setting up your sample directory for fast workflow
✔️ Loading and customizing drum samples for maximum impact
✔️ Gain staging properly for accurate sample triggering
✔️ Pro secrets for blending, tuning, and humanizing drum samples
⚡ Jump straight to the good stuff:
⏩ Drum Sample Secrets of the Pros – [16:04]
⏩ Tip #1 – [16:26] | Tip #2 – [20:57] | Tip #3 – [24:05]
🎧 Try these techniques in your next mix and let me know how it works for you! Drop a comment on the video or share your results—I’d love to hear your thoughts!
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