XLN Audio ADpak: Hip-Hop and Gospel

The Ultimate Kit for Hip Hop and Gospel

Mix-ready drums with punch, clarity, and soul.

Equally suited for punchy, pocketed hip-hop in the vein of Kendrick Lamar and Jay Z, and for explosive gospel inspired by giants like Kirk Franklin and Tye Tribbett.

Punch, Precision, and Pocket

The Yamaha 9000 Recording Custom kit is legendary among drummers, known for its surgical clarity and deep range.

It's ideal for everything from tight hip-hop grooves to explosive gospel fills.

A Playground for Creative Drumming

Move effortlessly between genres and dynamics with two punchy kicks, four hand-picked snares, and five toms (from 8" and 10" racks to a thunderous 16" floor).

Every Detail Captured for Expressiveness

The kit showcases the natural shells, while remaining completely mix-ready.

It's the optimal kit for modern players who move between subtlety and power.

Tuned to Perfection

The kit was tuned to capture the perfect balance of punch and depth.

It's crisp and articulate for fast linear phrasing, yet rich and vibrant.

99 Mix-Ready Presets Crafted by True Masters

The Hip Hop and Gospel ADpak comes loaded with an impressive and versatile collection of presets made by some of today's most respected producers.

• Trevor Lawrence Jr. - Grammy award-winning Drummer, Inventor of the Clap Stack
• The Pocket Queen - Drummer and Producer
• Josh Gannet - Mixing and recording engineer (Redman, Wu-Tang Clan)
• Mai - Grammy award-winning producer (Doechii)
• Omari Jazz - Artist and music producer
• Ron Got The Recipe - Artist and music producer
• Orenji Soul - Producer and sound designer

The Kicks - Low End for Gospel Clarity and Hip-Hop Thump

Two contrasting Yamaha Recording Custom kick drums cover everything from tight definition to resonant boom.

Yamaha 20x16" Recording Custom

Short and tight, designed for pocket precision. Ideal for intricate patterns and loop-inspired grooves that need rhythmic clarity.

Yamaha 22x14" Recording Custom

Delivers maximum punch and articulation, with a sharp attack and controlled low end. Perfect for contemporary gospel and acoustic hip hop.

The Snares - A Full-Range Sonic Arsenal for Every Type of Groove

This ADpak offers a carefully curated collection of four unique snares, each chosen to cover the full spectrum of hip hop punch, gospel expression, and linear groove possibilities, giving you everything you need to craft the perfect pocket.

Yamaha 14x3.5" Brass SD4939

Crisp and lightning-fast piccolo snare that cuts beautifully through any mix with its signature "crack".

Yamaha 14x5.5" S-Series Maple Vintage Natural Special

Warm, balanced, and expressive. This maple snare brings depth and body, blending vintage tones and modern clarity.

Yamaha 14x6.5" Recording Custom RAS1465 Aluminum

This aluminum snare was practically built for presence. It sits beautifully in full and busy arrangements.

The Cymbals - Expressive, Crisp, and Full of Character

Every cymbal in the Hip Hop & Gospel ADpak was carefully selected to add definition, clarity, and musicality to your grooves.

From textural hi-hats to cutting crashes and shimmering rides, this kit puts a palette of tonal colors at your fingertips.

Instanbul Agop 15" Xist Dry Dark Brilliant Hi-Hats

Dark and articulate. The perfect foundation for intricate grooves.

Istanbul Agop 20", 18" & 16" Xist ION Crashes

These crashes bring the perfect blend of clarity and musical decay.

Istanbul Agop 10" Xist Dry Dark Splash

Perfect for fast, sharp accents that always cut through.

Istanbul Agop 18" Xist ION China

Exceptionally expressive, in the sweet spot between cutting brightness and smooth darkness.

Istanbul Agop 20" Xist Raw Ride

Definition, articulation, and wash in one perfectly balanced ride.

Extras - One-of-a-Kind Textures for Beats That Break the Mold

The Hip Hop and Gospel ADpak is a playground of sonic possibilities.

These carefully curated extras add character, flair, and instant inspiration to any track.

A Unique Custom Hi-Hat

Built just for this session from an Istanbul Agop 10" XIST Dry Dark hi-hat with an Istanbul Agop 10" Turk splash inside. The result is dry and focused, almost like an acoustic 909 hi-hat.

Big Stack

Delivers exceptionally explosive accents, with an Istanbul Agop 12" ION splash on top, an Istanbul Agop 10" Trash Hit in the middle and an Istanbul Agop 13" Dry Dark crash underneath.

Small Stack

Perfect for sharp, fast bursts. Features an 8" ION splash, an Istanbul Agop 10" trash hit and a 10" Turk splash.

The Studio - Riksmixningsverket

Founded by ABBA's Benny Andersson, Rixmixningsverket (RMV) is one of Sweden's most respected recording studios.

Its known for its distinctive acoustics and exceptional collection of microphones, gear and instruments.

Nestled on Stockholm's Skeppsholmen island, RMV has become a creative home for some of today's most forward-thinking producers and artists.