DvDrum, Ultimate Drum Simulator!

Released: Feb 9, 2017
Platforms: Windows
Last updated: 05 Sep 2026, 22:23 GMT

Updates & announcements

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25 Jun 2026Developer post
Update 4.8.2!
Hello DvDrummers! This update brings enhanced sound quality thanks to a more sophisticated and professional EQ. CHANGELOG: New advanced EQ for improved overall sound quality Rebalanced drumkit sounds Improved drumkit move mode , now working properly in both fullscreen and windowe
Hello DvDrummers!
This update brings enhanced sound quality thanks to a more sophisticated and professional EQ.
CHANGELOG:
New advanced EQ for improved overall sound quality
Rebalanced drumkit sounds
Improved drumkit move mode, now working properly in both fullscreen and windowed mode
Fixed component position restoration after cancelling movement mode
Disabled Alt+Enter screen‑mode switching to avoid confusion between saved and temporary display modes
Removed the not‑very‑useful snap mode for component movement
Additional minor fixes and improvements
Have a drum day!
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02 Mar 2026Developer post
Update 4.8.1!
Hello DvDrummers! This update brings additional refinements to the audio engine, improving sound clarity, consistency, and the overall feel of the drumming experience. CHANGELOG: Rebalanced audio mix Removed incorrect gain compensation in panning logic Refined sample falloff for
Hello DvDrummers!
This update brings additional refinements to the audio engine, improving sound clarity, consistency, and the overall feel of the drumming experience.

CHANGELOG:
Rebalanced audio mix
Removed incorrect gain compensation in panning logic
Refined sample falloff for smoother sound transitions
Added real‑time panning updates during component movement
Fixed panning issues affecting several samples
Updated sticks sounds and visuals
Corrected stick image rendering order
Renamed “Pedal Hihat” to “Hihat Pedal”
Improved readability of mixer sound labels
Simplified naming of several Large Drumkit components
Added reminder to verify sample panning before publishing to the Workshop
Added warning for gaming headsets that may auto‑adjust gain based on panning
Improved sound balance in some default kits
Additional minor fixes and improvement
Have a drum day!
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16 Feb 2026Developer post
Update 4.8.0!
Hello DvDrummers! The new 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements, refining pan behavior, mixer previews, and overall audio consistency for a more accurate, professional and fun playback experience. CHANGELOG EQ-balanced overall sound for a studio‑like drum experience Improv
Hello DvDrummers!
The new 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements, refining pan behavior, mixer previews, and overall audio consistency for a more accurate, professional and fun playback experience.
CHANGELOG
EQ-balanced overall sound for a studio‑like drum experience
Improved sample quality by removing conversion processes
Enhanced stereo spatiality for a more immersive feel
Compressor applied to increase sonic impact and punch
Kick sound glitches reduced for cleaner performance
All default and newly created drumkits now use a pan influence value of 5
Mixer sound preview now respects all sound parameters
Startup “Press Enter” prompt now reacts to any keyboard or mouse input
First‑play guide panel now closes reliably
Large kit secondary button no longer appears at startup
Small kit component names refined for better clarity
Sleep timing options updated to 10, 15, 20, 25, 30
Settings descriptions improved for consistency and readability
Various performance optimization
Minor graphic improvements
Here’s the audio comparison video:
Watch on YouTube
Have a drum day!
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28 Jan 2026Developer post
Greatly improved sound in the upcoming update 4.8.0!
The upcoming DvDrum 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements! Sound Improvements in DvDrum 4.8.0: EQ-balanced overall sound for a studio‑like drum experience Enhanced stereo spatiality for a more immersive feel Compressor applied to increase sonic impact and punch Original sa
The upcoming DvDrum 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements!
Sound Improvements in DvDrum 4.8.0:
EQ-balanced overall sound for a studio‑like drum experience
Enhanced stereo spatiality for a more immersive feel
Compressor applied to increase sonic impact and punch
Original sample quality restored by removing conversion processes
Kick sound glitches reduced for cleaner performance
Additional refinements and optimization
Check out the sound comparison video to hear the enhancements in action:
View game page
Have a drum day!
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14 Mar 2025Developer post
Update 4.7.1
Hello DvDrummers! This update include overall sound quality enhancement and various fixes. CHANGELOG Enhanced sound quality by addressing specific sound flaws Resolved a bug that occasionally caused the reverb to be missing Improved auto-pan precision and expanded settings range
Hello DvDrummers!
This update include overall sound quality enhancement and various fixes.
CHANGELOG

Enhanced sound quality by addressing specific sound flaws
Resolved a bug that occasionally caused the reverb to be missing
Improved auto-pan precision and expanded settings range from 1-5 to 1-9
Implemented various fixes and enhancements for secondary sound mode
Optimized default Crash Shading volumes
Corrected crash knob pan precision
Refined default reverb settings for new components
Adjusted reverb settings for pre-reverb workshop drumkits to enhance and maintain sound quality
Removed the "Prevent Contemporary Sounds" setting
Balanced default drumkits for better overall sound
Various optimizations

Let's Rock! \m/__(-_-)__\m/
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18 Jan 2025Developer post
Update 4.7.0!
Hello DvDrummers! This is an important and big update with new reverb effects, an improved MIDI system and other! There are a lot of improvements for an enhanced drumming experience! Let's Rock! CHANGELOG Added a new customizable Reverb Effect for each drum component! New and imp
Hello DvDrummers!
This is an important and big update with new reverb effects, an improved MIDI system and other!
There are a lot of improvements for an enhanced drumming experience! Let's Rock!
CHANGELOG

Added a new customizable Reverb Effect for each drum component!
New and improved Mixer with reverb controls!
Improved MIDI system support!
Improved MIDI mixer gains limit setting
Improved sound system with audio effects support!
Improved precision of Pan customization from 9 to 201 steps!
Added auto linking to an exists Hi-Hat Pedal when add a new Hi-Hat
Improved Mixer readability by components name darkening when components are missing
Improved readability of empty components texts
The pan setting will preserve the value when switching between auto and manual mode
Added the reverb effects to default drumkits
Improved sounds balancing to default drumkits
The Master Gain will be reset to max at simulator start now
The drumkits types filters will be reset at simulator start now
The "Show Drumless Title" setting will be reset at simulator start now
Fixed a crash when closing the mixer with keyboard keys
Fixed a crash caused by missing cymbals shaded sound files
Fixed a crash caused by cancellation of track load in the track loader in the presence of Workshop tracks
Fixed possibility of accidental component movement when opening its menu
Fixed Mixer Cowbell playing feedback
Removed Christmas event
Various other improvements

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19 Dec 2024Developer post
Update 4.6.3 + Christmas Event
Hello DvDrummers! This update include the Christmas event! Play the new song and record your performance video! \m/ The new version also includes various under the hood improvements to DvDrum experience, audio quality and more.. CHANGELOG Christmas Event Added! Play and record yo
Hello DvDrummers!
This update include the Christmas event! Play the new song and record your performance video! \m/
The new version also includes various under the hood improvements to DvDrum experience, audio quality and more..
CHANGELOG

Christmas Event Added! Play and record your performance on the new song!
The main volume is now doubled, with all benefits of the sound quality.
The master gain level is maxed at simulator start.
Updated Workshop libraries.
Improved and balanced the Small Kit sounds.
Improved Small Kit pieces positions.
Some performance improvements.
Some other optimizations.
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18 Jul 2024Developer post
Update 4.6.2
Hello DvDrummers! This update includes a fix to Workshop audio sounds and new options in settings to improve performance and sounds behaviour. CHANGELOG Fixed Workshop sounds play bug. Added new options in settings to set CPU Sleep Margin to improve performance. Added a new optio
Hello DvDrummers!
This update includes a fix to Workshop audio sounds and new options in settings to improve performance and sounds behaviour.
CHANGELOG

Fixed Workshop sounds play bug.
Added new options in settings to set CPU Sleep Margin to improve performance.
Added a new option in settings to disable the sound stop when play the same sound twice at the same time.
Improved some descriptions.
Some other small improvements.
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03 Jul 2024Developer post
Update 4.6.1
Hello DvDrummers! This update includes various improvements to the DvDrum experience and audio quality. The default drumkits are improved as well as overall game performance. CHANGELOG Reduced Master Gain by half to improve audio quality. Moved Master Gain save to general setting
Hello DvDrummers!
This update includes various improvements to the DvDrum experience and audio quality.
The default drumkits are improved as well as overall game performance.
CHANGELOG

Reduced Master Gain by half to improve audio quality.
Moved Master Gain save to general settings instead of drumkit.
Improved Workshop custom audio item sound quality.
Improved cursor hover check precision on components.
Improved sensibility of Master Gain Knob triggered with the mouse pan.
Fixed Master Gain loading.
Changed Track Loader gain to 1.
Improved Large Kit graphics.
Improved and balanced the Large Kit sounds.
Improved and balanced the Small Kit sounds.
Added an additional key for Small Kit Cowbell.
Some performance improvements.
Some other optimizations. (UPDATE: July 6, 2024)
Added new DvDrum compatibility launch mode to avoid launch problems on some pc. (UPDATE: July 9, 2024)
Fixed audio play crash.

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15 Jun 2024Developer post
Update 4.6.0
Hello DvDrummers! This is an important update with various under the hood improvements and optimizations for an improved drummer experience and audio quality! In Workshop page is possible subscribe items from the list directly now! CHANGELOG Sound Engine Optimization with more re
Hello DvDrummers!
This is an important update with various under the hood improvements and optimizations for an improved drummer experience and audio quality!
In Workshop page is possible subscribe items from the list directly now!
CHANGELOG

Sound Engine Optimization with more reactive and quality sound.
The new sound devices auto-switch the sound system now without needed to restart DvDrum.
Improved performance by force the use of dedicated GPU instead of the integrated GPU.
Improved MIDI auto-release speed for a reactive drum kit playing.
Improved mixer sound preview with gain setting consideration.
Improved the default drumkits with rebalanced sounds and some graphics tweeks.
Setted the default auto-pan influence to 3 for an improved three-dimensionality sound effects.
Changed Default drumkits reset settings logic. The settings are preserved now until DvDrum closing.
The Mixer Master Gain is now saved and loaded into drumkits file to preserve the setting.
Changed the simulator speed options to Max, 1000, 480, 240, 120.
Changed default small kit shading component keys to align them to the default large kit.
Removed "human simulate playing" feature that cause various sound inconsistencies.
Removed the drum play increase component effect setting which wasn't very helpful.
Removed Alt+Enter screen mode switching, that it was in conflict with the mode from the settings.
Fixed drumkits settings buttons on main menu which sometimes disappeared.
Fixed a mixer bug that didn't set correctly the pitch on multiple instances of the same sound.
Various other improvements and optimizations.

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06 May 2024Developer post
Update 4.5.3 - MIDI SUPPORT IMPROVEMENT
("cagatayerol" screenshot from community hub) Hello DvDrummers! In this update has been implemented a new option for MIDI Devices that allow to switch its behaviour to improve MIDI functionality on devices that not handle releases, like some type of drumkits. This new option incr
("cagatayerol" screenshot from community hub)
Hello DvDrummers!
In this update has been implemented a new option for MIDI Devices that allow to switch its behaviour to improve MIDI functionality on devices that not handle releases, like some type of drumkits.
This new option increases compatibility with more MIDI devices and the versatility of the simulator in general.
CHANGELOG

Added a new option to switch MIDI behaviour and increase devices compatibility.
Some UI improvements.
Small optimizations.
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29 Nov 2023Developer post
Update 4.5.2
("Plasmajam" screenshot from community hub) Hello DvDrummers! In this update the MIDI devices functionality should have finally been solved for all MIDI devices, and has been solved an issue that caused Workshop Cymbal Sounds to missing to appear in game! ("Fontanezi" screenshot
("Plasmajam" screenshot from community hub)
Hello DvDrummers!
In this update the MIDI devices functionality should have finally been solved for all MIDI devices, and has been solved an issue that caused Workshop Cymbal Sounds to missing to appear in game!
("Fontanezi" screenshot from community hub)
CHANGELOG (Updated 11/30)

Fixed MIDI controllers that fail to play.
Fixed missing Workshop Cymbals sounds in-game.
Fixed Workshop Cymbal Fade sounds playback.
Fixed a keys mapping bug for Crash Shading which could lead to drumkit loading failure.
Fixed Track Loader external tracks loading.
Fixed the options button position on Drumkits buttons in Main Menu.
Improved Workshop items visibility behaviour. The visibility will be forced to public only if the item is contained in a public workshop drumkit.
Improved some images scaling.
Other small improvements.
("Alit thovap" screenshot from community hub)
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10 Oct 2023Developer post
Update 4.5.1
(" Erick Ramz " screenshot from community hub) Hello DvDrummers! In this update has been fixed some bugs reported by you, thanks to all, improved some workshop items name texts readability and other improvements. ("Ghost" screenshot from community hub) CHANGELOG Fixed wrong drumk
("[MEX] Erick Ramz [DJ R4M3X]" screenshot from community hub)
Hello DvDrummers!
In this update has been fixed some bugs reported by you, thanks to all, improved some workshop items name texts readability and other improvements.
("Ghost" screenshot from community hub)
CHANGELOG

Fixed wrong drumkit workshop sounds loading.
Fixed workshop checking interface persistence over game ui.
Improved length, alignment and readability of mixer texts of components and sounds names.
Improved workshop items name preview during items creation.
Improved showed keys texts size.
Improved some tips and fixed the double repetitions.
Fixed screenshots debug message.
Other small improvements.
("SeRReS" screenshot from community hub)
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29 Sep 2023Developer post
New Update 4.5!
("cagatayerol" screenshot from community hub) Hello DvDrummers! It's been a while since the last update, and there have been several improvements to make DvDrum even better. The overall performance of the simulator has been improved , which should improve the overall drumming exp
("cagatayerol" screenshot from community hub)
Hello DvDrummers!
It's been a while since the last update, and there have been several improvements to make DvDrum even better. The overall performance of the simulator has been improved, which should improve the overall drumming experience.
The other changes includes improvements to the inputs management, especially MIDI controllers, with improved performance and support for more devices.
The Workshop has been improved too with various bugs fixed and improvements to the items management with a simplified process.
.. and much more!
("pewangskoo's house" screenshot from community hub)
CHANGELOG

Full ported to 64 bit.
Improved performance and reactivity.
Updated MIDI support, with improved performance and increased devices compatibility (this requires to remap MIDI devices due to refactor internal indexes).
Improved Workshop usability.
Editing a Workshop item now auto-compile the files fields which makes it easier update the items.
Fixed the Drumless Tracks items type in Workshop.
Fixed private state of Workshop item that auto become public. It will be set public only if included in a public drumkit now.
Fixed a mismatch of some Workshop items indexes that caused drumkits to load wrong components images and sounds.
Improved Workshop files checking to include new items immediately.
Removed the requirement of mono-channel for Workshop sounds type. Stereo works well now.
Removed annoying private items message pop-up.
Fixed Workshop random crashes.
Added tips during Workshop file checking
Improved precision for Workshop Items Scores.
Some improvements to Workshop tags.
Improved and Fixed Texts Items behaviour.
Improved components renaming by increased chars count and leggibility.
Improved descriptions and tips.
Increased fonts quality.
Some tweaks to sound quality.
Improved images resizing.
Small improvements to shadows.
Improved some effects.
Improved screenshots management.
Other improvements..
("$11.99 Reach Arounds" screenshot from community hub)
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25 Jul 2019Developer post
DLC ARE AVAILABLE!
Hello DvDrummers! DLC ARE AVAILABLE! These dlc contain extra high quality sounds! There are also available the "Drum Hero Collection" bundle to complete the DvDrum packs collection. THE NEW DLC ARE: Crash Sound Pack Hi-Hat Sound Pack Kick Sound Pack Ride Sound Pack Snare Sound Pa
Hello DvDrummers!
DLC ARE AVAILABLE! These dlc contain extra high quality sounds!
There are also available the "Drum Hero Collection" bundle to complete the DvDrum packs collection.
THE NEW DLC ARE:

Crash Sound Pack
Hi-Hat Sound Pack
Kick Sound Pack
Ride Sound Pack
Snare Sound Pack
Tom Sound Pack
Cowbell Sound Pack
Latin Sound Pack
Exotic Sound Pack
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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17 Jul 2019Developer post
Update 4.3.9!
Hello DvDrummers! In this update minor stability and performance improvements. CHANGELOG: Disabled by default "Simulate Human Playing" on default drumkits Added a workshop message for invalid drumkits name Stability and performance improvements Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __
Hello DvDrummers!
In this update minor stability and performance improvements.
CHANGELOG:

Disabled by default "Simulate Human Playing" on default drumkits
Added a workshop message for invalid drumkits name
Stability and performance improvements
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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03 Apr 2019Developer post
Update 4.3.8!
Hello DvDrummers! In this update minor changes to improve User Experience. CHANGELOG: Added an option in Settings to disable "Fast Editing Keys" feature Changed default simulator speed from 240 to 'MAX' for priorize input reactivity Re-Enabled private Workshop items visibility op
Hello DvDrummers!
In this update minor changes to improve User Experience.
CHANGELOG:

Added an option in Settings to disable "Fast Editing Keys" feature
Changed default simulator speed from 240 to 'MAX' for priorize input reactivity
Re-Enabled private Workshop items visibility option
Improved Workshop Agreement messages
Improved renaming component visibility
Fixed first run guide menu closing
Other minor improvements
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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30 Jan 2019Developer post
Update 4.3.7!
Hello DvDrummers! This update removes Christmas Event, and includes other improvements. CHANGELOG: Removed Christmas Event Fixed Workshop Old Items Removal Disabled Check for "Drumkit Ready" Improved Files Handling Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
Hello DvDrummers!
This update removes Christmas Event, and includes other improvements.
CHANGELOG:

Removed Christmas Event
Fixed Workshop Old Items Removal
Disabled Check for "Drumkit Ready"
Improved Files Handling
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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16 Dec 2018Developer post
Christmas Update 4.3.6!
Hello DvDrummers! DvDrum in this update become white for the Christmas event! Record your christmas performance and public it on Youtube and Video section with the new time limited drumless song included! CHANGELOG: A new time-limited drumless song with snow! Added christmas deco
Hello DvDrummers!
DvDrum in this update become white for the Christmas event!
Record your christmas performance and public it on Youtube and Video section with the new time limited drumless song included!
CHANGELOG:

A new time-limited drumless song with snow!
Added christmas decors
Added snow particles on main menu
New pre-menu background
Snowy default drumkits floor
Removed mouse click to confirm to start to avoid unwanted actions
Workshop system improvement
Improved performance and stability
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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18 Nov 2018Developer post
Update 4.3.5! Bugfix
CHANGELOG: Fixed a random crash during drumkit loading Added a message for not ready workshop drumkits Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
CHANGELOG:

Fixed a random crash during drumkit loading
Added a message for not ready workshop drumkits
Have Rockin' Fun! \m/ __ (- . -) __ \m/
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Updates & announcements

Hello DvDrummers!

This update brings enhanced sound quality thanks to a more sophisticated and professional EQ.

CHANGELOG:

Have a drum day!

\\m/_(-.-)_\\m/

Hello DvDrummers!

This update brings additional refinements to the audio engine, improving sound clarity, consistency, and the overall feel of the drumming experience.

CHANGELOG:

Have a drum day!

\\m/_(-.-)_\\m/

Hello DvDrummers!

The new 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements, refining pan behavior, mixer previews, and overall audio consistency for a more accurate, professional and fun playback experience.

CHANGELOG

Have a drum day!

\\m/_(-.-)_\\m/

The upcoming DvDrum 4.8.0 update brings major sound improvements!

Sound Improvements in DvDrum 4.8.0:

Check out the sound comparison video to hear the enhancements in action:

Have a drum day!

\\m/_(-.-)_\\m/

Hello DvDrummers!

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