RX7 by Cluster Sound
12-BIT SOUL FOR THE MODERN PRODUCER
Legendary 12-bit grit meets modern production. The Yamaha RX7 powered tracks by Future Sound of London, Massive Attack, Björk, and Nine Inch Nails—now it's your turn. Inside you'll find:- 100 remastered PCM samples from the original Yamaha RX7
- Real and electronic drums with authentic lo-fi character
- Vocal hits, FM percussion, and sound effects
- Electric bass and guitar samples for melodic layering
- Perfect for old school hip hop, dub, and electro
- Compatible with Ableton Live 11+ and other DAWs
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| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 11 Standard, Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 11 Suite, Ableton Live 12 Standard, Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite |
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| Min. Requirements | Ableton Live 11 Standard |
| OS | Mac, Windows |
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April 27, 2025
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This pack is super juicy just slap it on and most of the presets are kinda in the ball park and then so easy to just dial in with the extra knobs mappings
very nice when blending with real drums too
really good one
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RX7 by Cluster Sound
The Legacy
In 1988, Yamaha unleashed the RX7—a 12-bit drum machine that would become the secret weapon behind countless pioneering tracks. From the atmospheric soundscapes of Future Sound of London to the brooding bass of Massive Attack, from Björk’s experimental explorations to Nine Inch Nails’ industrial assaults, the RX7 delivered a distinctive sonic character that defined an era.
What made the RX7 special wasn’t just its 100 PCM samples—it was the texture. That 12-bit grit. The way the lo-fi character sat perfectly in a mix without fighting for space. The dynamic range that felt alive, organic, breathing.
The Sound
This pack captures everything that made the original RX7 legendary. Real acoustic drums sit alongside electronic percussion. Punchy snares and deep bass drums anchor your rhythm section. Toms roll with character. Cymbals shimmer with that distinctive 12-bit sheen.
But the RX7 was never just about drums. Vocal hits add human texture to your beats. FM-synthesized percussion brings metallic bite and tonal color. Electric bass and guitar samples offer melodic foundation. Sound effects open up creative possibilities that push beyond traditional drum programming.
Every sample has been carefully remastered to meet modern production standards while preserving the essential lo-fi soul and dynamic range that made the original so special. These aren’t sterile, over-processed sounds—they’re full of character, ready to bring warmth and grit to your productions.
The Vibe
Old school hip hop. Early dub riddims. Electro that crunches and pops. The RX7 was built for genres that celebrate texture over perfection, where a little grit makes everything better. Whether you’re crafting boom-bap beats, laying down dubbed-out soundscapes, or programming electro sequences, these sounds deliver authentic vintage character.
Layer them with modern samples for hybrid textures. Use them raw for pure nostalgia. Process them through your favorite effects for something entirely new. The RX7 pack works however you want to work.
Inside you’ll find:
- 100 remastered PCM samples from the original Yamaha RX7
- Real acoustic drums — snares, bass drums, toms, and cymbals with authentic character
- Electronic percussion — punchy, processed drum sounds that cut through any mix
- Vocal hits — human texture and rhythmic accent
- FM percussion — metallic, tonal, and unique synthetic sounds
- Electric bass & guitar samples — melodic elements for creative layering
- Sound effects — expand your sonic palette beyond traditional drums
- 12-bit lo-fi character preserved in every sample
- Dynamic range that feels alive and organic
- Compatible with Ableton Live 11+ and other DAWs
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Formats : Ableton LIVE
Size : 15 Megabytes
100 Samples (24 Bits / 44.1 Khz)
100 Drum Devices
10 Drum Kits
Direct install into “Packs” section
Preset preview playback
Frequently Asked Questions
A: RX7 is a drum pack featuring 100 remastered PCM samples from the Yamaha RX7 drum machine. It includes real and electronic drums, vocal hits, FM percussions, and sound effects, offering the lo-fi character and dynamic range of the original hardware.
A: To use RX7, you’ll need:
- Ableton Live 11 Standard or higher (Mac or PC)
- Operating System: macOS or Windows
A: Visit the Cluster Sound developer page: https://isotonikstudios.com/product-category/isotonik-collective/cluster-sound/
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Initial Release – April 2025
Our Products are generally provided as Zip file downloads which in all cases will need to be extracted and saved to your hard drive prior to installation. Details on the different file type provided and what to do with them are below.
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