XO vs Atlas 2: Which Is Better?

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Main differences
1:11 - Map Views
2:10 - Pricing
2:38 - Workflows
2:50 - Number of Tracks
3:01 - XO Presets & Sequencing
4:48 - Atlast 2 Presets & Sequencing
5:49 - Import Options
6:04 - Export Options
6:41 - Verdict

I'm diving into the world of XO and Atlas 2, two fantastic plugins that are changing the game for sample browsing and beat-making. XO impresses with its sleek and user-friendly interface, while Atlas 2 packs a punch with its numerous options and versatility. Both plugins organize your samples using a map system, making it quick and easy to find exactly what you need. With tons of stock sounds included and the ability to add your own, these plugins are a must-have for any producer looking to streamline their sample workflow. So sit back and let me show you how these compare to each other.

[Drums]

This is wild, I never thought about organizing a sample library in a cloud like that. It seems like a very quick way to compare similar sounds against each other.

[sternenherz]

Hmmmm. One of the things i really like about Atlas (from seeing another video), is the possibility to drag&drop fill a Ableton Drumrack. I guess with XO this is not possible, especially because it's limited to 8 tracks, but also because of no export function in that manner? Also: is this Sequencer-list on the right side of Atlas ("Deep house funk .... Deep house progressive ...." etc.) representing MIDI files? Or is that some sort of Atlas-unique format? Because i d love to import Midi files into atlas, if possible. Thank you!

[wiwmusic]

I have both. Atlas is so powerful and easy to use!

[Xstatic]

Xo is slightly better at grouping/finding similar sounds, with all other features Atlas rules.

[GoblinGoodfella]

Atlas is miles ahead of XO. XO's step sequencer is only limited to a 4 bar pattern while Atlas gives you the option to change or stretch your drum step pattern from a 8 bar step sequencer all the way up to a 32 bar step sequencer or a 64 bar step sequencer drum pattern loop. What can you do with a short 4 bar only step sequencer that's very limited in XO to switch your drum patterns up? Nothing! The drum mapping in Atlas is miles ahead of XO that allows you to customize your own kits 'graphical wise' and have extra access to folders and sound beside its own default browser. Also in Atlas 2, not only Atlas has its own slot efx for each sound, but Atlas allows you to multi-out-put or enroute each drum slot to your DAW's mixer individually for a better mixing control. Atlas also gives you the option to export your drum sequence or pattern into "Midi" or "Audio/loop" or as ''Stems' for your choice. I own both XO and Atlas2 and XO doesn't even compare or stand up to Atlas2 to be honest. Atlas2 came out way before XO since it gets updated frequently unlike XO.

[PeterHamlin]

This is a very clear and fairminded comparison.

I own Atlas, but, alas, it doesn't run on my 2nd computer (Windows on ARM).

Both of these seem very narrowly focused on 4/4 16th note time signatures. Is there a way to get other meters? That'd be a big deal-breaker for me even though I love a lot of what both of these programs can do.

[sidius_wav]

Great video ! Just got xo . Whwre can get those expansion presets you have there? Thanks

[AFORADAM]

Great video thank you so much. May I ask wether you either of the plug ins offer to change key if the drum samples?

[perbengtsson]

XO can, in contradiction what's said in this video (2:02), have different maps stored, sort of. Magnifying glass > and then check or uncheck which sample folders should be visible or not in 'the Space'...

[undetected]

Idk about XO but I'm still using Atlas V1 and I love it, great production workflow booster

[Stormchaser]

I'm liking atlas but don't see a way to drag the beat to the daw ?

[benedict]

XO automatically adds the right amount of FX to each drum, a touch of plate reverb or delay etc, and it seems to just sound a lot better than Atlas. Does Atlas have FX?

[dd]

How to tune the drums to a specific key?

[WandaMorris-lxdk]

I believe that whoever is doing the advertising is really informed and it in assure you that it is the best wandw you

[buckycore]

Wave alchemy Triaz rules over both of them now

[mrAlphavilla]

why not mention that Atlas have NO built in effects? witch is a real bummer, not even an reverb, EQ or comp? strange. Otherwise atlas would win easily.

[richardspillers]

Idk... There's really no comparison. Atlas wipes the floor with XO.

[popsvladimir]

Tried Atlas, waste of money. Once you understand the full range of what XO is capable of you wouldn't think twice. This comparison doesn't even scratch the surface.

[qimono]

XO wins hands down... Why even making this video?

[vvcv__]

Well, well, this was a horrid review which seems to have been randomly pasted together without a concrete explanation. At least you could have discussed how each vst's implementation, of virtual drum pads and sequencing, is used with various hardware pads and/or sequencers.
But hey, at least we know some aspects you repeated more than a couple of times; such as, they are both 'solid', and that you tend to reach for XO most often.