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Infectious Latin Urban Grooves, Made Simple
Los Latin Urban Drums (LLUD) brings the pulse of reggaeton, the drive of dembow, and the energy of Latin hip-hop into a streamlined, intuitive instrument. With 336 custom-programmed loops and 2 expertly designed drum kits, LLUD is built to deliver chart-ready grooves instantly. Whether you're laying down infectious beats for reggaeton, Latin trap, or experimental urban sounds, LLUD gives you the perfect balance of rhythmic power and creative flexibility.
The dedicated Loop Browser makes it effortless to explore and trigger loops via MIDI, while the Advanced FX Suite puts professional-grade sound-shaping at your fingertips. From punchy compression and rich saturation to tempo-synced delay and crisp reverb, every effect is tailored to enhance the signature swing and movement of Latin urban beats. Loops automatically sync to your DAW, keeping your production workflow smooth and efficient.
For songwriters and producers, LLUD serves as the ultimate rhythm section, injecting powerful percussive energy into tracks with minimal effort. Beatmakers will love how quickly they can layer loops, chop grooves, and build dynamic arrangements. Whether you’re crafting club anthems, Latin-infused pop, or cinematic urban scores, LLUD delivers authentic, hard-hitting rhythms that cut through the mix.
Just like a skilled luchador commanding the ring, Los Latin Urban Drums lets you take full control of the groove, helping you create irresistible beats that move the crowd.
"Los Latin Urban Drums was born out of the need for a fast, inspiring tool to craft undeniable Latin urban grooves. The energy, swing, and movement in these loops make beat-making effortless, whether you’re building reggaeton bangers, Latin hip-hop, or blending genres for fresh new sounds. I’ve used LLUD in my own productions, and it never fails to bring the groove to life."
— Marcelo Treviño, Composer, ELA Director & Founder
Key Features
336 Infectious Latin Urban Loops with Built-In FX
A high-energy collection of custom loops, designed to fuel your tracks with the pulse of reggaeton, Latin hip-hop, and urban grooves. Many loops include pre-applied FX, such as reverb, saturation, and delay, delivering polished, ready-to-use sounds.
2 Custom Drum Kits
Each drum kit is meticulously crafted to provide the driving rhythms essential to modern Latin urban music. From punchy kicks and crisp snares to rolling hi-hats and percussive textures, LLUD gives you the sounds to command the groove.
Dedicated Loop Browser
Quickly find, preview, and trigger loops with the intuitive Loop Browser. Paired with MIDI-triggered functionality, it makes working with loops fast, fun, and seamless—keeping your creative flow uninterrupted.
Built-In Advanced FX Suite
LLUD offers a professional-grade effects suite, giving you full control over your drum sounds. The FX suite includes:
Saturation for warmth and character.
Pitch Control with tempo-sync functionality.
High Pass and Low Pass Filters for precise frequency shaping.
EQ with Adjustable Q Controls for fine-tuned tonal adjustments.
AHDSR and Curve Module for dynamic control.
Reverb with IR Room Selection for depth and atmosphere.
Compression for added punch and clarity.
Stereo Slider for width control.
SYNC to DAW Delay and Delay by ms for rhythmic complexity and creative effects.
Input and Output Gain Controls for gain staging.
Tempo-Synced Loops
All loops automatically sync to your DAW’s tempo, ensuring effortless integration into any track, regardless of BPM.
MIDI-Triggered Loops
Trigger loops directly using MIDI notes for hands-on control and live performance flexibility.
Kontakt-Based ELA Drum Engine
Built with efficiency and creativity in mind, the Kontakt-Based ELA Drum Engine powers LLUD’s seamless workflow, dynamic features, and intuitive sound-shaping capabilities—bringing the heart of Latin urban drums into your production.
made for kontakt player
Experience seamless integration and enhanced workflow with Native Instruments' NKS Standard. LLUD is designed to take full advantage of NKS, and is also compatible with the free Kontakt Player, providing you with:
Unified Browsing: Easily find and load LLUD directly from your Komplete Kontrol or Maschine hardware, alongside your other NKS-compatible instruments.
Hardware Control: Gain immediate, tactile control over key parameters with pre-mapped knobs and controls on your Komplete Kontrol keyboard or Maschine controller.
Light Guide Integration: Visualize key switches, articulations, and performance elements directly on your Komplete Kontrol keyboard’s Light Guide for intuitive playing.
Preset Tagging: Quickly filter and locate the perfect sound using NKS’s comprehensive tagging system.
Seamless Workflow: Enjoy a streamlined creative process with consistent integration across your NI ecosystem.
Instant Parameter Mapping: Begin creating immediately with intelligently mapped parameters that connect the software and hardware.
Kontakt Player Compatibility: Use LLUD without needing the full version of Kontakt, thanks to its compatibility with the free Kontakt Player.
"Bringing Los Latin Urban Drums to life in the demos was an exciting process. The loops groove effortlessly, the drum kits hit with punch, and the energy is pure fire. Whether crafting reggaeton, Latin hip-hop, or urban fusions, LLUD instantly locks in the vibe and keeps the rhythm flowing."
— Ivan Moreno, Programmer & Beat Maker (Malibu Kings, Draco Rosa, Molotov, Café Tacuba, Control Machete, Moenia)
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Los Latin Urban Drums (LLUD) is designed for music creators who want to infuse their productions with the energy and movement of Latin urban rhythms. Whether you're producing chart-ready reggaeton, Latin hip-hop, or dembow-inspired beats, LLUD gives you the tools to make your tracks stand out.
Producers
Build infectious, danceable beats with thumping kicks, crisp snares, and groove-filled percussion. LLUD’s loops and MIDI-triggered control let you create dynamic, radio-ready Latin urban tracks with ease.Composers
Add authentic Latin urban textures to your film, TV, or video game scores. LLUD brings undeniable groove and modern Latin energy to any visual project.Beatmakers
Whether you’re crafting reggaeton, Latin hip-hop, or dembow beats, LLUD’s extensive loop collection and customizable drum kits give you the freedom to create original, hard-hitting rhythms.Sound Designers
Shape bold, energetic drum textures with LLUD’s Advanced FX Suite. Use saturation, filters, reverb, and more to design unique percussive elements that cut through the mix.Live Performers
Trigger loops in real-time and remix beats on the fly. LLUD’s MIDI-triggered functionality allows for spontaneous performance flexibility, perfect for DJs and live sets.Aspiring Musicians
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your drum library, LLUD provides an easy-to-use and inspiring collection of sounds for modern Latin music production.Whether you’re producing reggaeton bangers, Latin trap grooves, or infectious urban beats, Los Latin Urban Drums brings the energy and authenticity to make your tracks stand out.
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Loops
336 custom loops @ 44.1 kHz and 24-bit resolution
84 unique loop familiesElViejo: 70 BPM
La Jungla: 78 BPM
LosPolos: 87 BPM
ElDembow: 88 BPM
PuroFlow: 89 BPM
LaPinza, Omega, PaDarle: 90 BPM
LosGemelos: 91 BPM
Bailoteo: 92 BPM
Candeo, LaDupla: 93 BPM
Chambeo, Maquineo: 94 BPM
LaTriada, Picky: 95 BPM
Adictivo, ElTrueno, LaFormula: 96 BPM
EhYouh!, Jangueo: 97 BPM
LaGrabadora, BomBom, LaBase: 98 BPM
Parcero: 99 BPM
ElClan: 100 BPM
Tumbao: 101 BPM
Alfa: 102 BPM
ElCanedero: 103 BPM
LaColeccion, Pachangeo: 105 BPM
Acestral: 106 BPM
Cardio, ElSensei: 108 BPM
ElGrial, LaCubana, LaNave: 110 BPM
Bilongo, Rockcola: 112 BPM
PaBailar: 114 BPM
Sabana, Vudu: 115 BPM
LaMarcha, LaPista: 118 BPM
Batallán, LaMedalla, Mambo: 120 BPM
Caceria: 121 BPM
Comando, LaHermandad: 122 BPM
ElCarnaval, Retro: 123 BPM
ElChaman: 125 BPM
LaVibra: 126 BPM
Frenesi, LaFabrica: 128 BPM
ElFestival: 129 BPM
ElCantinero, MC: 130 BPM
Bailongo, LaMision: 132 BPM
ELEscape: 135 BPM
Tambo: 137 BPM
Vinyl: 138 BPM
AK, Pesado: 140 BPM
ElAndroide: 141 BPM
LaContienda: 147 BPM
Millenial: 150 BPM
Boom!: 152 BPM
Movidon: 156 BPM
Tiradera: 160 BPM
Panas: 164 BPM
Arritmia: 168 BPM
ElPatron: 179 BPM
LaHidra, Trapetán, Urbano: 180 BPM
Siameses: 182 BPM
LaCalle: 190 BPM
Friki: 200 BPM
Rakata: 231 BPM
LaMatadora: 235 BPM
Tragos: 287 BPM
Kits/One-Shots
2 Drum Kits / 124 One-Shot Samples Total @ 44.1 kHz and 16-bit resolutionLa Ciudad Drum Kit: 63 one-shot samples
La Isla Drum Kit: 61 one-shot samples
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Installing Los Latin Urban Drums is quick and easy using Native Access:
Open Native Access: Launch the Native Access application on your computer. If you don't have it, download it from the Native Instruments website.
Log In: Sign in to your Native Instruments account using your email and password.
Locate Los Latin Urban Drums: Once logged in, Los Latin Urban Drums will appear in the "Not Installed" tab. If it's a new purchase, locate the + Add Serial option and enter the serial number we sent you via email. If it is a free product, it will appear automatically.
Click "Install": Simply click the "Install" button next to Los Latin Urban Drums.
Choose Installation Location (Optional): If prompted, select the desired location on your computer where you want to install the instrument.
Wait for Installation: Native Access will download and install LLUD automatically. This may take some time depending on your internet connection.
Open Kontakt (or Kontakt Player): After the installation is complete, open either the full version of Kontakt or the free Kontakt Player.
Locate LLUD in the Library Tab: Los Latin Urban Drums will now appear in the library tab of Kontakt (or Kontakt Player). Simply double-click it to load.
Begin Creating: You're ready to start using LLUD in your music production!
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To ensure the best performance, Los Latin Urban Drums (LLUD) requires:
Kontakt Version:
Compatible with Kontakt Player 8 and Kontakt version 8).Disk Space:
Approximately 2 GB of free disk space for installation.Supported DAWs:
Fully compatible with all major DAWs, including:Logic Pro
Ableton Live
Cubase
FL Studio
Pro Tools, DP, and more.
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Mac: macOS 10.14 or later, Intel Core i5 or Apple Silicon, 8 GB RAM.
Windows: Windows 10 or later, Intel Core i5 or equivalent, 8 GB RAM.
MIDI Controller: While not required, a MIDI controller is highly recommended to make the most of the MIDI-triggered loops and hands-on control.
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Q: Can I use LLUD with Kontakt Player?
A: Yes, LLUD does not require the full version of Kontakt. It is compatible with Kontakt Player 8 and above.Q: Are the loops royalty-free?
A: Absolutely! All loops, kits, and sounds included in Los Los Latin Urban Drums are fully licensed for commercial use, so you can use them in your tracks, scores, or productions without worry. Read more about our End User License Agreement here.Q: Can I use LLUD in commercial projects?
A: Yes, you are licensed to use LLUD in commercial works, including films, TV, video games, and music productions. However, you may not sell, share, or redistribute the individual loops or one-shot samples in their original form.Q: Can I install LLUD on multiple devices?
A: Generally, Native Instruments licenses allow installation on two computers. KOMPLETE and MASCHINE products allow installation on up to three computers. Please note that you can only use the software on one computer at a time.Q: Are updates included with my purchase?
A: Yes, any updates to LLUD are free for all existing users.Q: Is LLUD compatible with my DAW?
A: Yes, LLUD works with all major DAWs that support Kontakt as a plugin, including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Digital Performer, and many more.Q: Do the loops sync to my project’s tempo?
A: Yes, all audio loops in LLUD are tempo-synced to your DAW, ensuring seamless integration into your project’s tempo.Q: Does LLUD work offline?
A: Yes, once LLUD is downloaded and activated, you can use it offline without any issues.Q: What is the total size of the LLUD library?
A: The total library size is approximately 1.6 GB, including loops, one-shot samples, and the custom Kontakt ELA Drum Engine.Q: Can I trigger loops with MIDI?
A: Yes, LLUD allows you to trigger loops directly via MIDI notes, giving you hands-on control and real-time performance capabilities.Q: How do I access my download if I lose it?
A: Don't worry, your Native Instruments software is always accessible through Native Access. Here's how:Open Native Access: Launch the Native Access application on your computer.
Log In: Ensure you're logged in with the same Native Instruments account you used to purchase or register the software.
"Installed Products" or "Available Updates" Tab:
If the product is already installed, it will appear in the "Installed products" tab.
If it is not installed, it will appear in the "Available updates" tab, or the "Not installed" tab.
Reinstall or Download: From there, you can easily reinstall or re-download the software. Native Access manages the downloads and installations for you, so you don't need to worry about lost files.