BFD Modern Drummer Snare Selects | Frequently Asked Questions

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• What is BFD modern Drummer Snare Selects?
• System Requirements
• What's Included
• What Equipment Was Used
• What Articulations Are Included
• Legacy Details
• License Transfer Policy

What is BFD modern Drummer Snare Selects?

BFD Modern Drummer Snare Selects is a premium expansion pack for BFD3.5, featuring a boutique collection of snares handpicked from Modern Drummer magazine’s “Snare Drum of the Month” column. Each instrument delivers distinctive tonal characteristics suited for a wide range of musical styles, recorded with extreme attention to sonic detail.

System Requirements

What's Included

This expansion includes the following snare drums:

• Ahead 6" x 13" Nickel-over-brass

• Cadeson 6.5" x 14" Bubinga with abalone inlay

• Fidock 6" x 14" Stave Bubinga with wood hoops

• GMS 5.5" x 14" Aluminum Freddie Holliday

• Gretsch 4" x 14" Jasper maple

• Longo 5.5" x 14" Solid Walnut with maple reinforcing hoops

• Mapex 6" x 13" Deep forest walnut Black Panther

• Pork Pie 6" x 13" Brass patina

• Spawn 6.5" x 14" Vented steel

• Tama 6" x 14" Brass Warlord Athenian

• Taye 7" x 14" Maple with wood hoops

• Worldmax 5" x 14" Chrome-plated brass Black Dawg

Each snare was recorded with multiple stick, brush, and rod articulations.

What Equipment Was Used

Producer & Engineer: John Emrich
Co-Producer: Mike Dawson (Modern Drummer Managing Editor)

Microphones:

• Violet Flamingo Jr.

• Violet Finger

• Violet Flamingo Stereo

• Violet m50

Preamps & Interfaces:

• API 3124

• Metric Halo ULN2 (+DSP)

Recording Specs:

• 44.1kHz / 24-bit sessions

What Articulations Are Included

Each snare drum includes:

• Sticks (center and edge)

• Brushes (varied swirls and hits)

• Rods

• Snare strainer on/off where applicable

Velocity Layers:

• Main hit articulations contain between 45–120 velocity layers, offering exceptional realism and dynamic response.

Legacy Details

This expansion was originally released by Platinum Samples under the name Modern Drummer Snare Drum Selects Vol.1. If you previously registered that version, the pack will appear in your account under the inMusic Software Center.

Modern Drummer is a registered trademark of Modern Drummer Publications, Inc.

License Transfer Policy

Yes, we allow license transfers for this product. Please note:

• If you're the seller, you must contact us in advance of the sale.

• If you're a prospective second-hand buyer, confirm the seller is authorized to sell. Contact support if uncertain.

• Review copies, NFRs (Not For Resale), and promotional licenses cannot be transferred.

• We reserve the right to refuse any license transfer request.

Once a transfer is approved, the new owner will receive the same support and upgrade options as a new purchaser.