Snapback: The Instant Drum Layering Effect – v1.1 UPDATE

[Ou_Tis]

It's not a new idea per se, as it's a pretty well known production technique.

I also think that ideally you'd be able to browse existing folders for samples, but maybe the import isn't too clunky.

As someone who uses this technique quite a lot, I'm looking forward to seeing if this makes the process simpler. For me it's pretty manual to reverse sounds, edit and line them up to get the right timing.

I wish they'd release a "lite" version just for auditioning snapback samples (including user samples). There isn't a way to do this yet in Live 12 right (of course I mean with the snapback sample positioned so it's ending right as the kick is starting)? For convenience maybe also include a "reverse sample". Then fine-tuning could be done in the DAW. (Personally I strongly prefer seeing how all the audio clips line up in the arranger view. And also not having the added latency.)

[Morty-C-137]

a +1 for a 'reverse' sample function inside the plugin.

[nordickvr]

a +1 for a 'reverse' sample function inside the plugin.

Another + 1

[Choikdoi]

a +1 for a 'reverse' sample function inside the plugin.

Another + 1

And another.

[_leras]

Bitwig Drum machine, which has a sampler for each hit, is quite good for this as you load a sample, reverse it and can also set the start point for the sample.

If it's a longer sample (1/16th or more) can be quite easy to line it up. Every sample is a different length though, so there's always some element of editing or moving, especially if your beat has some groove.

[Constructed Identity]

I hope they keep updating this. If they added every-other hit and every third hit sample playback that would be a nice bonus.

[Lee / Cableguys]

We just released Snapback 1.0.1, a small update that fixes an issue with the MIDI Out feature. You can download the update in your Cableguys account at: https://www.cableguys.com/login

And don't forget, Snapback is currently on Black Friday intro pricing at just $29 instead of $49. ShaperBox 3 Bundle is also on Black Friday sale at just $89. Or get them both, plus HalfTime, FilterShaper XL and more in the complete Cableguys Bundle, only $149 for Black Friday. https://www.cableguys.com/products

[billinder33]

Still loving Snapback. Just used it to smooth out some hats last night.

Re: Shaperbox.... The quality of the FX is so underrated. Recently, I've been using the reverbs, bitcrusher, and adding noise via envelope follower, all without deploying the time based LFO. IMO, Shaperbox is one of the biggest values in the plugin world.

[Lee / Cableguys]

We just released Snapback 1.1, now with a handy Reverse button that flips the play direction of any imported snapback sample. You can download the update in your Cableguys account at: https://www.cableguys.com/login

With one click, turn any percussion hit into a signature snapback, create reverse vocal snippets, and unlock fresh creative possibilities.

Snapback remembers each sound's play direction, no matter if you move or rename the file. So you only have to reverse a sample once, and the reversed state is remembered forever.

Version 1.1 also expands the number of addressable MIDI ports from 16 to 256.

See how easy it is to make your own custom snapback samples in Joe's new video:

• Try or buy Snapback for $49: https://www.cableguys.com/snapback
• Own Cableguys Bundle? Snapback is just $29 in your account: https://www.cableguys.com/login-upgrade

[billinder33]

Cool update. Thx!!!

This plugin is a huge part of my drum production workflow.

[swilow11]

Nice handy little update here, thanks!

[Rickskii]

I am having to delete the library at the following every 2-3 months as it seems to lose the link to this folder for both Snapback and Shaperbox. This fix does the job but is there any way to stop this from happening?

Mac:
<user>/Library/Cableguys/SnapBack or ShaperBox3

Thanks.

[ians]

Just bought this. Far more useful & creative than I thought, but can’t for the life of me see a reverse button. Am I being dumb?

[Jakob / Cableguys]

I am having to delete the library at the following every 2-3 months as it seems to lose the link to this folder for both Snapback and Shaperbox. This fix does the job but is there any way to stop this from happening?

Mac:
<user>/Library/Cableguys/SnapBack or ShaperBox3

Thanks.

I am sorry to hear about these issues! Could you contact our support at contact@cableguys.com ? Thanks!

[Jakob / Cableguys]

Just bought this. Far more useful & creative than I thought, but can’t for the life of me see a reverse button. Am I being dumb?

I am glad you like Snapback! I guess you're already on Snapback version 1.1, but you might have tried it with the built-in sounds, maybe?

If so, the reverse button is only shown when you load custom sounds (either drag a sound into the snapback layer, or set up a folder of custom sounds via the Main menu). The built-in sounds don't show the button, as we know that they're already reversed.