XLN Audio ADpak: Progressive Metal

Progressive Power & Precision

Progressive Metal brings one of metal's most expressive drummers, Waltteri Väyrynen (Opeth), into your productions.

Recorded on Waltteri's very own Pearl Reference Pure kit, this ADpak delivers articulate double kicks, dynamic toms for melodic movement, and lush dark cymbals.

About Waltteri Väyrynen

Waltteri Väyrynen, drummer for Opeth, brings power, precision, plus years of international touring and studio experience to Addictive Drums 2.

Combining technical control with an unmistakably heavy, musical feel, his playing moves effortlessly from detailed progressive passages to full-force metal aggression.

Beyond Opeth, Waltteri has also played with Paradise Lost, Abhorrence, Bodom After Midnight, Bloodbath, and Carcass.

A Complete Toolkit for Progressive Metal

Waltteri's own kit, as heard on Opeth's "The Last Will and Testament", sampled in full.

A drum sound designed for movement, detail, and control.

Every Piece, Captured In Full

Pearl Reference Pure shells deliver focused low end with clarity for ghost notes and fast passages, while dual 22" kicks provide tight, articulate power.

Four toms and a hand-selected gong drum open melodic phrasing across the kit, and the wide selection of Sabian cymbals adds depth, from dark shimmer to aggressive attack.

Expressive Dual Kicks

Dual 22" kick drums deliver focused punch with exceptional clarity.

Designed for fast patterns and complex phrasing, they maintain definition even in dense arrangements.

Their slightly different tuning adds an extra level of organic feel to your drum performances.

Automagic Alternates

Addictive Drums 2's new Alternating kick feature will play back any rapid-fire double kick MIDI pattern in a natural-sounding and realistic "every-other-hit" sequence, without you having to change a MIDI note.

Precision, Crack, and Control

Two 14" x 6.5" snares (steel and brass) offer distinct tonal options.

Both respond beautifully to ghost notes and dynamic playing, making them equally suited for subtle passages and powerful accents.

Pearl 14x6.5" Reference Steel Snare - Sharp attack and cutting presence for articulate playing, with fast response and crisp ghost note definition.

Pearl 14x6.5" Reference Brass Snare - The brass shell delivers controlled depth and full-bodied warmth, offering smooth dynamics and a rich, musical tone.

Dark, Complex, and Expressive

A carefully selected Sabian HHX & AAX lineup provides modern, expressive cymbal tones.

From shimmering crashes to aggressive chinas and a detailed ride, each cymbal adds character without overpowering the kit.

The result is a balanced, musical top end that supports both intricate work and full-force playing.

Sabian 15" HHX Complex Medium Hi-Hats - Sharp attack and cutting presence for articulate playing, with fast response and crisp ghost note definition.

Sabian 18", 19" & 20" HHX Crashes - A versatile mix of dark and cutting tones suited for progressive metal dynamics.

Sabian 22" HHX Complex Medium Ride - Dark and articulate. Ideal for precise patterns that carry depth.

Sabian HHX & AA Chinas - Dark and aggressive with a fast response. Perfect for sharp accents and explosive transitions.

Sabian AAX Aero Splash - Bright, quick, and punchy. Delivers sharp accents with just the right amount of trash.

Sabian Stage Bell - Clear, cutting, and powerful. Implement sharp accents with bright, focused sustain.

Progressive Tools for Creative Drumming

This ADpak includes a range of unique elements that expand your sonic palette.

These elements bring additional movement and identity to your grooves, perfect for progressive arrangements.

Pearl 20"x18" Reference Pure Gong Drum - A single-headed bass drum designed for deep resonant accents.

Sabian 12" Chopper - Fast, dirty, and aggressive. Apply bursts of rapid-fire white noise with a raw, cutting attack.

Sabian 14" AAX China/Groove Hats Stack - Perfect for sharp accents and dynamic textures.

Sabian 14" HHX Complex Medium Hats - Warm, dark articulation with smooth, musical
complexity.

A World-Class Lineup At Your Fingertips

Progressive Metal includes 48 mix-ready presets, curated by renowned metal musicians & producers.

Tailored for everything from dynamic 70s prog to modern open and hard-hitting metal, this ADpak gives all the options you need.

Captured at Soundtrade Studios

Recorded and engineered by renowned metal producer David Castillo in the spacious room at Soundtrade Studios in Stockholm, Sweden. Perfect for recording drums.

A Room Built for Impact

With an almost 7-meter floor-to-ceiling height, the large Soundtrade Studios room provides a wide dynamic range while maintaining a tight and controlled sound.

Meticulous attention was given to microphone selection and placement to fully capture the room's unique character.

Precision Tuned By A Master

Every drum in this kit was carefully tuned by Urban Näsvell, a veteran Swedish technician.

He served as the drum tech for Opeth's 2008 masterpiece Watershed, along with a vast portfolio of other acclaimed projects.