Atlas 2 vs Nepheton 2
Atlas 2
algonaut.audioNepheton 2
d16.plSide by side
| Figure | Atlas 2 | Nepheton 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Drum Machine Software | 8.5 (#4) | 7.8 (#11) |
| Founded | 2017 | 2006 |
| Operating systems | Downloads are offered for macOS, Windows, and Linux; Linux support is described as experimental. | The listed requirements are Windows 7 or newer and Mac OS X 10.13 through macOS 26. |
| Purpose | Atlas 2 uses AI to sort and organize drum samples so users can explore sounds and create beats. | Nepheton 2 emulates the sounds of the classic TR-808 drum machine. |
| Sequencer | The drum sequencer imports MIDI, preserves the original timing, supports polyrhythms, and exports MIDI and audio loops. | Its sequencer includes tap recording, a randomizer, and hundreds of factory patterns. |
| Support | The support page provides the Atlas 2 manual, tutorial videos, and guides, and directs users with questions to its contact form. | D16 provides helpdesk support for installation, compatibility, software issues, registration, and purchasing difficulties. |
Plans
In their own words
Atlas 2
Atlas 2 uses AI to sort and organize drum samples, helping users find sounds and build beats. It runs as a standalone application or as a VST, VST3, AU or AAX plugin in major DAWs, with downloads for macOS, Windows and Linux; Linux support is experimental. It accepts formats including WAV, AIFF, FLAC, OGG, MP3 and WMA. The drum sequencer imports MIDI while preserving its original timing, supports polyrhythms, and exports MIDI and audio loops. Users can map MIDI, send MIDI to other plugins or hardware, and drag drum pads into applications such as Ableton Drum Rack. Samples can be embedded in a DAW project with the Atlas plugin instance. The 14-day trial unlocks all features, then continues outputting audio but hides the interface and prevents editing. The full version costs 99.00 USD as a one-time purchase and can be installed on three machines; it is 64-bit only.