Orbita by AudioThing Euclidean drum machine plugin interface

Orbita: Euclidean Rhythm Drum Machine Plugin by AudioThing Free Download

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Orbita is a Euclidean rhythm drum machine plugin from AudioThing that uses a circular sequencer to distribute beats across eight sample tracks. It is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and CLAP formats.

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01Overview

Orbita builds its patterns around Euclidean rhythms, spreading hits as evenly as possible across a cycle of steps. Each of its eight tracks can run its own cycle, so interlocking patterns of different lengths drift in and out of alignment. Each sample has its own filter and LFO, and the plugin can also be played as a classic eight-pad drum machine. Developer AudioThing positions it for creating evolving, hypnotic grooves from simple pulses.

Best for

  • Evolving drum patterns
  • Polyrhythmic percussion
  • Hypnotic techno grooves
  • Custom sample drum kits
  • Live pad performance
Developer
AudioThing
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02Key features

What you get

  • Euclidean rhythm sequencer with eight independent sample tracks
  • Steps, Hits, Accents, Offset and Swing controls per track
  • Reset parameter to set when patterns realign
  • Factory banks including 808, CR-78, DR-220A and TX101 sounds
  • Bank Editor for loading and arranging your own samples
  • Per-sample filters with LowPass, HighPass, BandPass and Notch modes
  • Per-sample LFO modulating pitch, pan, volume, cutoff or resonance
  • Eight-pad mode with custom MIDI note assignment
03In depth

Euclidean Sequencer and Rhythm Control

Each track has its own Steps and Hits settings. Steps define the length of the cycle, and Hits add triggers that are spread as evenly as possible across it.

Accents add emphasis to specific hits, Offset rotates a pattern around its cycle without changing its step or hit count, and Swing adds groove to the timing. Combining tracks with different cycle lengths, such as a 16-step kick against an 11- or 13-step percussion line, produces rhythms that take longer to repeat. The Reset parameter sets how many beats pass before the sequencer restarts, which controls when those patterns realign.

Banks, Samples and Sound Shaping

Orbita ships with factory banks covering acoustic drum kits, 808, CR-78, DD-10, DR-220A, TX101, Hybrid Grooves, Mixed Percussions and more. Choosing a bank loads a new set of sounds into the sequencer.

The Bank Editor lets you load your own samples, arrange them by drag and drop, and save custom banks. Each sample has a filter with LowPass, HighPass, BandPass and Notch modes in 2-pole and 4-pole versions, plus an LFO that can modulate pitch, pan, volume, cutoff or resonance.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperAudioThing
TypePlugin
CategoryDrum Machine
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX, CLAP
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Orbita?

Orbita is a Euclidean rhythm drum machine plugin from AudioThing. It distributes beats across eight sample tracks using a circular sequencer.

What formats and operating systems does Orbita support?

Orbita is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and CLAP formats, all 64-bit. It runs on Windows 7 to 11, macOS 10.13 to macOS 26, and Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, with 4 GB RAM and a 2 GHz CPU listed as the minimum.

Can I use my own samples in Orbita?

Yes. The Bank Editor lets you load your own samples, rearrange them with drag and drop, and save them as a custom bank for later use.

Can Orbita be played without the sequencer?

Yes. It can work as an eight-pad drum machine, where you trigger sounds directly and assign custom MIDI notes to match your controller.

07Developer

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