Waves CLA Drums puts the signature drum sound of Grammy-winning mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge directly into your workflow. Perfect for producers, engineers, and musicians of any level, this powerful plugin delivers punchy, polished, radio-ready drums with minimal effort. Whether you're mixing live recordings or electronic kits, CLA Drums gives your drums clarity, impact, and presence that cuts through any mix.

Key Features of Waves CLA Drums

• Dedicated processing for kick, snare, toms, overheads, rooms, and cymbals
• Intuitive treble/bass EQ controls for instant clarity, punch, and definition
• Three reverb modes designed specifically for modern drum mixing
• Create iconic gated drum effects with hard and soft gate settings
• Optimized compression, EQ, and effects based on Chris Lord-Alge’s personal workflow
• Blend classic analog warmth with modern sheen effortlessly
• Works perfectly on live drum tracks or sampled drum machines

Example Use Cases of Waves CLA Drums

• Music Producers: Enhance drums in pop, rock, EDM, hip-hop, and more with instant impact
• Mix Engineers: Achieve polished, industry-ready drum tones fast
• Home Studios: Transform raw or DIY drum recordings into pro-quality tracks
• Live Sound Engineers: Add punch and clarity to multi-mic drum setups on stage
• Beatmakers: Elevate sampled drums without complex plugin chains

Why Choose Waves CLA Drums?

Designed with the expertise of Chris Lord-Alge, one of the world’s most respected drum mixers, Waves CLA Drums delivers legendary tone in a fast, intuitive interface. Make your drum tracks stand out with professional punch, definition, and energy—no matter your skill level or genre.