XO by XLN Audio is a next-generation revolutionary drum machine that radically changes the traditional approach to working with sound samples. Unlike ordinary beat makers, this tool visually organizes your sample library by sonic similarity. This approach completely frees the producer from the tedious process of digging through folders, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: attentive listening and making music.

The software automatically brings order to your sound collections, sorting duplicates, files with vague names, and folders scattered across different drives. You can instantly swap out individual samples or entire drum kits with just a single click of the mouse. If you aren't happy with the result, simply click again and keep cycling through options until you find the perfect sound or accidentally stumble upon an unexpected and inspiring musical solution.

For even faster searching of the right sounds, the tool features powerful filtering and search functions that allow you to easily narrow down your selection. Once you have the right samples at your disposal, you gain total control over the groove. You can sculpt the perfect rhythm using carefully curated groove templates, add dynamics and life to your beats with a dedicated accentuator module, and use the nudge function to give your track either raw energy or a relaxed, funky feel.

Integrating your work from this program into your regular workflow is incredibly easy thanks to flexible export options. You can simply drag and drop materials into your digital audio workstation, choosing between exporting individual samples or an entire drum kit. The system allows you to save both raw and processed sounds, as well as export finished parts as audio stems or MIDI files.

The base package of the program includes over 8,700 high-quality one-shot samples, more than 240 fully editable beat presets, and over 8,000 hand-picked factory sounds suitable for any musical style. The software is available both as a standalone application for Windows and macOS operating systems and as VST, AU, and AAX plugin formats for 64-bit systems.

When purchasing the tool, users are offered several package options. The standard version, which includes the plugin itself and the core sound content, is available at a promotional price of 1,038 Norwegian kroner instead of the usual 1,730. The most popular choice is the bundle that, in addition to the core content, allows you to pick any four additional thematic expansions for 1,320 kroner, discounted from 2,200. For those who want absolutely everything, there is the complete bundle, which includes all 33 existing expansions along with the core library for 5,525 kroner, saving you 66 percent off the original price of 16,580 kroner. An installment payment option is also available for the standard version at 99.90 kroner per month over 15 months.

In addition to the main library, 33 unique expansions have been released for the program, covering all modern musical genres. Whether you are making trap, drum and bass, lo-fi beats, K-pop, afro house, hyperpop, phonk, reggaeton, or music in any other style, there is a suitable pack for you. Each of these expansions is much more than just a sample pack, as it includes fully editable sequences and curated drum sounds, allowing you to effortlessly craft unique rhythmic patterns.

The innovative workflow has already made this plugin an indispensable tool for top-tier global producers. Renowned beatmaker T-Minus, who has worked with Eminem and Kendrick Lamar, calls the program a true game-changer and a genius-level tool that is crucial for sound selection. Kenny Beats notes that he has never before had the opportunity to interact with his massive sound library in such a visual way. Andrew Huang emphasizes that the built-in sample browser saves a tremendous amount of time, while Mike Dean, who collaborates with Travis Scott and The Weeknd, is thrilled at how much easier it has become to navigate gigantic drum collections.



For stable operation of the program, Apple computer users will need macOS version 10.13 or later, while PC owners require a 64-bit version of Windows 10 or 11, along with an internet connection for the initial installation. The developers actively test the plugin for compatibility with the most popular music creation software, guaranteeing its seamless operation in Ableton Live 10 and later, Logic Pro 10 and later, Pro Tools 11 and later, FL Studio 20 and later, Cubase 10 and later, Reaper 5 and later, and many other modern sequencers.

To personally experience all the advantages of this unconventional approach to beat-making, the developers offer a ten-day free trial version with no hidden conditions or obligations. This is a great opportunity to see for yourself why this tool has become an absolute must-have for musicians around the world, allowing you to stop wasting time on routine searching and jump straight into creativity.