Atlas 2 vs Punch 2
Atlas 2
algonaut.audioPunch 2
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| Figure | Atlas 2 | Punch 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) | 7.7 (#16) |
| Included content | The product page lists an optional 1,500-drum-sample map and free drum kits, sequences, and loops. | It includes 900+ drum kits, 2,500+ drum presets, 1,300+ pre-installed HQ samples, 400+ integrated HQ samples, and 150+ loops/REX files. |
| Operating systems | Downloads are offered for macOS, Windows, and Linux; Linux support is described as experimental. | The maker lists Windows 7 or higher and macOS 10.15 or higher, and states ARM processor compatibility for Mac. |
| Sequencer | The drum sequencer imports MIDI, preserves the original timing, supports polyrhythms, and exports MIDI and audio loops. | The pattern page provides eight sequences with four tracks each and can extract sequences to MIDI. |
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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.