MusicTech takes a look at IK's new Beat Machines collection for SampleTank 4, which features 100 vintage analog drum machines brought into the 21st century. With Beat Machines, you can add countless custom drum machines to your setup with brand-new effects. Is this the last vintage collection you'll ever need?

Here's some of what MusicTech has to say and a link to the full review below:

MusicTech overall rating: 8/10

The verdict:

⊕ Wide selection of classic drum machines
⊕ Mix and match elements to create custom kits
⊕ Sampletank's synthesis controls
⊕ Built-in effects add depth and warmth

Beat Machines uses round-robin functionality so that you can trigger the same sounds more than once without the 'machine gun' effect – for a more natural playback.

The kits sound authentic. For each drum element, you can add up to five insert effects in Sampletank's mixer in Multi mode, and process each one differently.

There's a wealth of cool analogue beats to be found here, whether you want to use an accurate version of a long-lost classic or mix and match to create your own custom machines.

Read MusicTech's full review on Beat Machines HERE.

From the earliest Ace Tone machines to the iconic, essential TR-808 and -909, plus esoteric novelties, far-out drum synths and even modern designs, Beat Machines is packed with endless inspiration, each carefully studied to capture its most recognizable sounds.