Pro Drums Soul – live drums with modern and classic soul sound

Pro Drums Soul packs a massive 33 GB with over 13890 live drum loops, all focused on the groove that makes soul what it is. You hear everything from tight backbeats and laid-back pocket grooves to syncopated hi-hats and those warm, deep tones that shaped the legendary records of the late 60s and 70s. Think Motown-style shuffles, Southern soul ballad vibes, and even some funky breakbeat energy.

What really sets this one apart is the dual recording approach. The drum kits were recorded with different microphone setups: one with a modern soul sound, the other in a classic 70s style. This way, you can use each groove either modern or retro, depending on the vibe you are going for.

• Modern setup – crisp, punchy, and detailed for today’s productions.
• Retro setup – raw, roomy, and colored, nailing that true vintage soul sound from 40 to 50 years ago.

Structure

All loops are tempo-synced, BPM-labeled (55-130 BPM), and 100% Royalty Free. This means you can use them within the scope of the selected license without paying additional usage-based fees. Each BPM folder is packed with grooves and fills, complete stereo mixes, ready-to-use premixed groups, plus every dry multitrack stem you would expect: kick in/out, snare top/bottom, hats, toms, ride, crash, overheads, and room mics. Whether you are building a custom kit, dialing in your own mix, or just dragging and dropping for instant vibe, it is all in there.

Recording Specs

Tracked by seasoned professionals with high-end gear, the drums were captured in 24-bit / 44.1 kHz, EQ’d and lightly compressed. They are polished enough to sit in a mix, yet open for your own processing. Each session comes loaded with variations that lock together seamlessly, giving you everything from quick one-loop inspiration to fully arranged song structures in minutes.

Drum Setup:

Drums

• Sonor SQ1
• 22" Kick – Remo Powerstroke 3 Coated
• 12" Rack Tom – Remo Ambassador Coated
• 16" Floor Tom – Remo Emperor Smooth White

Snare

• Sonor Designer 14"x6.5" Maple Medium – Remo Ambassador Coated

Dampening

• Rohema Mr. Muff (Muffbites & Minimuffs)

Sticks & Tools

• Rohema Stephan Emig Signature Sticks
• Rohema Rods & Mallets

Cymbals – Meinl Byzance

• 16" Sand Hi-Hat
• 16" Jazz Crash
• 20" Jazz Crash
• 22" Vintage Pure Light Ride with rivets

The Recording Studio:

All drum recordings were tracked at the legendary Horus Recording Studio, using both Recording Room A and B.

Recording Room A delivers a classic, warm vintage vibe. With surfaces ranging from brick to glass and wood, it is perfect for drums with natural warmth and character.

Recording Room B was built specifically for capturing drum power. Its open, punchy sound has driven the energy of countless rock records, giving every hit heart and soul.

The main control room features a 48-channel ADT inline console, a Studer A 827 24-track tape deck, and a premium collection of classic outboard gear from Universal Audio, Crane Song, Avalon, Manley, Summit Audio, Lexicon, and Eventide.

Important:

Please note that except for the drums, all instruments are for demonstration purposes only and are not part of the library. The guitars come from Soul Guitars 1 & 2.

Product Details/Specs:

• 33 GB
• 13890 Acoustic Drum Loops
• Live Performed & Played
• Multitrack Drum Recordings
• Tempo-synced & BPM labeled
• 55 BPM - 130 BPM
• 100% Royalty Free
• Format: WAV
• 24 Bit & 44.1 kHz