D16 PunchBox

PunchBox is a virtual instrument specifically crafted for designing high-quality kick drum sounds. It features a vast library of sounds and presets, curated by leading sound designers Sounds of Revolution and CFA-Sound, providing you with industry-standard tools right from the start.

A Sampling & Synthesis Handshake
PunchBox combines the best of both worlds: the dynamic expression of synthesized sounds blended with the richness and complexity of real samples. This powerful combination gives you unparalleled kick drum sounds that stand out in any production. Each sample is meticulously created using top-notch instruments and vintage studio analog gear, while the kick synthesizers, inspired by classic Roland drum machines, have been customized to perfectly suit PunchBox’s purpose.

At the core of PunchBox are four sound generators, each contributing a unique element to your final kick sound. With factory presets designed to inspire creativity, PunchBox offers an intuitive and inspiring experience, making it easy to craft your signature kicks.

Vast Factory Library of Quality Content
PunchBox comes with over 1100 samples and 800 presets, covering a wide range of electronic music subgenres. Thanks to D16’s renowned tagging system, finding the perfect sound is quick and easy, allowing you to stay ahead of the trends while maintaining high production standards.

You’ll Get a Kick Outta This FX Rack
Designed to meet the needs of professional producers, PunchBox’s effect rack offers exceptional versatility. Whether you’re reordering modules with a drag-and-drop interface, using wet/dry knobs, or selecting Mixdown After options, PunchBox gives you all the tools to shape and refine your kick sounds efficiently. Plus, with direct export options, you can instantly render your kick as an audio file in various bit depths and sample rates.

Intuitive & Inspiring Workflow
The user interface of PunchBox is designed to streamline your workflow. You can easily activate, deactivate, or adjust the individual components of your kick sound with just a few clicks. And if you’re looking for inspiration, you can explore the well-organized presets or simply hit the Random button to spark creativity.

Key Features:

• 4 Parallel Generators: Operate independently to create the perfect kick sound.
• Click Generator: Sample-based for kick accents.
• Tops Generator: Sample-based for hi-hats, percussion, and noise.
• Tools Generator: Sample-based for midrange sounds or nearly complete kicks without sub-bass.
• Kick Generator: Sample-based or synth-based to produce the body of the kick.
• 4 Synthesis Engines: Models inspired by 909, 808, 606 drum machines, and a sine wave kick model.
• Built-in FX Rack: Includes equalizer, bit crusher, distortion, and limiter.
• 1100 Samples & 800 Presets: Well-organized with D16’s tagging system for easy browsing.
• Direct Export: Export your finalized kick as a WAV file at multiple bit depths and sample rates.
• MIDI Learn & Velocity Sensitivity: Customizable MIDI integration for dynamic control.
• Randomizer: Easily generate new sounds with one click.
• User Sample Import: Load your own samples for additional customization.