Plugin Boutique has introduced a new drum instrument created by drummer, producer and composer Gota Yashiki — known for his work with Simply Red, Seal and Soul II Soul.
Available for macOS (VST3, AU, AAX and standalone), every sound in Groove Activator was performed and recorded by Gota Yashiki at AJITO Studio, his private room in Kyoto built inside a converted kura — a traditional Japanese storehouse.
Close, overhead and room microphones, through a vintage recording chain, capture the natural dynamics and character of each kit together with the distinctive ambience of the room itself. Inspired by the original Groove Activator sampling CD of 1995, the instrument has been completely rebuilt for the modern studio, pairing acoustic drum kits with creative production tools.
Analog Activator recreates the character of classic analog drum machines, letting vintage electronic sounds blend into the acoustic kits. Slice Activator lets you import, slice and map your own samples into custom drum kits in seconds. Ten recorded kits are included, expandable with additional Drum Kit Packs — including future signature collections from Gota Yashiki and collaborations with other artists. Pop, rock, funk, jazz, electronic, hip-hop or film scores — Groove Activator App brings inspiring drums and a fast workflow to any production.
Regularly priced $139 USD, Groove Activator is on sale for $118 USD until September 6th, 2026.
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