Samples
Free Alesis SR-16 Samples (Free Pack + Starter Kit)
Download a small set of real SR-16 sounds and grab an extended starter kit.
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Force56 Audio Software
Vintage hardware spirit.
Vintage hardware spirit.
Modern plugin workflow.
We build virtual instruments inspired by classic music gear, preserving the character musicians love while making everything faster, clearer, and easier inside today’s DAWs.
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Pulse16 Drums VST
A modern software tribute to the legendary Alesis SR-16, built for fast DAW workflow and packed with the character of the original machine.
Authentic sample set
Includes all 233 original drum samples captured from real hardware.
All 50 factory drumsets
Start immediately with classic kits, then tweak and save your own setups.
Latest articles
Notes from the workshop
Articles about classic drum machines, sample-based instruments, plugin development, and the sound of vintage gear in modern productions.
Vintage gear
Why the Alesis SR-16 Still Sounds Good Today
A look at why this classic machine still works so well in modern mixes.
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Workflow
SR-16 Samples vs Drum Plugin: Which Workflow Is Better?
A practical comparison between raw samples and a dedicated instrument plugin.
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About Force56 Audio Software
A small independent audio software company
Force56 Audio Software focuses on vintage-inspired instruments that feel musical, practical, and immediate. The goal is simple: rescue the spirit of classic machines and bring them into modern production environments without the usual friction.
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