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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
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Key Features
The Cherry Audio CR-78 is a virtual drum machine designed for musicians and producers seeking the iconic analog sounds and rhythms of a pioneering drum machine, without the complexity of its original programming. This software reimagines the classic with a modern twist, offering a user-friendly button-per-step interface for creating patterns and a song mode that simplifies pattern chaining. The CR-78 goes beyond mere emulation by using modelled synthesis to recreate the original's signature tones, ensuring each beat carries the warmth and punch of analog sound.
With over 250 additional presets, users can explore a vast array of rhythms that transcend the classic CR-78 patterns, catering to a wide range of musical genres. The inclusion of four studio-quality effects, alongside a fully customisable mixer and compressor, allows for deep sound sculpting. Additionally, its X0X-style sequencer, comprehensive pattern and song modes, and DAW-friendly features like MIDI export and automation, make the CR-78 an indispensable tool for both live performance and studio production. Whether stand-alone or as a plugin, it offers flexibility and control, making it a perfect choice for musicians looking to inject vintage vibes with contemporary flair into their tracks.
Product Ref: 291257
The Cherry Audio CR-78 perfectly recreates the punchy, analog sounds of a legendary drum machine using advanced modelled synthesis, rather than relying on pre-recorded samples. This approach ensures each beat and rhythm maintains the warmth and character of analog equipment, providing musicians and producers with an authentic sonic experience. The software meticulously models all the original sounds, from the classic bass drums to the snappy snare drums, ensuring a faithful reproduction of the original machine's tonal quality.
With its user-friendly interface, the CR-78 simplifies the pattern creation process, offering a familiar button-per-step interface that mirrors the X0X-style sequencing. This feature allows for both 16- or 24-step sequencing, enabling users to craft complex rhythms with ease. Additionally, the software includes an easy-to-use song mode for chaining patterns together, allowing for the construction of full song arrangements with up to 99 patterns and 99 steps per song. This functionality makes the CR-78 a versatile tool for both live performances and studio productions.
Beyond the original machine's capabilities, the CR-78 offers over 250 additional rhythm and sound presets, expanding the creative possibilities for users. These presets include a variety of kits tailored to specific genres, melodic accompaniments, and innovative patterns that go far beyond the classic CR-78 tones. This extensive library allows users to explore new sonic territories, making the CR-78 suitable for a wide range of musical styles and production needs.
The CR-78 features a comprehensive effects and mixer panel, equipped with studio-quality effects including overdrive, flanger, delay, and gated reverb. Each effect can be individually applied to kit instruments, providing unparalleled control over the sound. The mixer section offers independent level, pan, and solo/mute controls for each instrument, alongside a master compressor and six-band graphic EQ. This suite of effects and mixing tools enables users to shape and refine their drum sounds, ensuring each track sits perfectly in the mix.
Designed to seamlessly integrate with modern production workflows, the Cherry Audio CR-78 includes versatile plug-in options and is compatible with all major DAWs. It offers DAW-friendly features such as auto-sync, drag-and-drop MIDI export, individual outs, and complete automation. The software also supports external MIDI triggering with velocity sensitivity, providing additional expressive capabilities. Furthermore, the CR-78 allows for complete MIDI control and DAW automation of all controls, ensuring a smooth and efficient production process.
