MDrummer vs Redrum
MDrummer
meldaproduction.comRedrum
reasonstudios.comSide by side
| Figure | MDrummer | Redrum |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Drum Machine Software | 7.9 (#8) | 7.5 (#19) |
| Founded | 2008 | 1994 |
| Headquarters | Prague, Czech Republic | Reason Studios lists its Stockholm address as Hornsbruksgatan 23, 117 34 Stockholm. |
| Plugin formats | MDrummer supports VST, VST3, AU and AAX interfaces on 64-bit Windows and Mac. | Reason Rack is offered as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin and is described as compatible with major DAWs. |
| Support | MDrummer support resources include tutorials, a forum, PDF documentation, change lists and system requirements. | Reason Studios directs users with product, website, or shop issues to its support section and support team. |
Plans
Redrum
- Reason Rack 14€159, paid once
- Reason 14€239, paid once
- Reason+Price not published
- Reason+Price not published
In their own words
MDrummer
MDrummer has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Redrum
Redrum is Reason’s pattern-based drum machine, with a drum-computer design inspired by classic 1980s machines. Its 10 stereo channels load, edit and play samples, either from users’ own collections or from included preset kits. The sequencer provides 32 patterns across four banks, with up to 64 steps per pattern. Redrum can play its own patterns, be triggered from Reason’s main sequencer or receive MIDI. For routing and control, it has individual audio and gate outputs, plus gate and CV inputs. Redrum is included in Reason 14 and the Reason subscription. Reason Rack is offered as a VST3, AU and AAX plugin and is described as compatible with major DAWs. Reason itself runs only on Mac and Windows computers. Listed plans include Reason Rack 14 at €159, paid once and Reason 14 at €239, paid once. Reason+ is billed annually and includes a free 7-day trial, but its annual price is not displayed.