Classic Rock MIDI Pack
Classic Rock Songwriters Essential Drum Groove Collection
- Groove Beats, Zep Beats, Driving Rock Beats, Shuffles, Boogie and more
- 134 Grooves with Fills, 36 Standalone Fills, & Intros
- Grooves Performed by Ron D. Rock
- Mapped for EzDrummer/Superior Drummer
- Please note: This product contains .mid files only, no samples or plugins are included
The Loudstakk Classic Rock MIDI Grooves pack delivers 192 grooves tailored for bold, timeless Classic Rock songwriting. Featuring heavy Backbeats, Triplet Fills, Shuffle Grooves, and that unmistakable 70s swing, these grooves are perfect for artists writing in the style of Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Aerosmith, and Thin Lizzy. Performed by Ron D. Rock and fully mapped for EZdrummer, Superior Drummer, and all major MIDI-compatible drum samplers. This pack brings the feel of vintage studio drumming to your modern DAW.
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ZEP GROOVES. DRIVING BEAT. SHUFFLE. FAST BOOGIE. SOUTHERN BALLADS. INTROS. FILLS
Artists
WHAT ARTISTS ARE SAYING
"I love Loudstakk MIDI. Ron D has a way of capturing the essence of Metal grooves - that elusive Metal feel and groove that just can't be replicated by hand programming MIDI. Loudstakk helps keep me inspired and creative and focused on the song itself."
Karl Sanders
Nile
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves are great for inspiration and for jump starting ideas. The thing I find them most useful for though, is breaking out of old patterns by testing all kinds of different beats and rhythms against the same idea to find near infinite potential in every riff"
Ghul
Mayhem
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves provide the right amount of dynamics to make them sound more natural. Most other packs I've tried leave very small amount of dynamics. While on the road - I like to load these MIDI Grooves into my session knowing they will satisfy my taste when composing"
Vanik
ex-Midnight
"I purchased my first Loudstakk MIDI Groove pack and immediately spent the next couple of days almost effortlessly writing nearly 30 minutes worth of music. It feels like writing with a real drummer… I guess because the grooves are all played by a real drummer! Highly recommended for my fellow songwriters, Loudstakk products are inspiring!"
Jack Kosto
Seven Spires
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves are an essential part of my songwriting process. Just drag and drop into your favorite DAW or standalone player, and you're off to the races. Real, modern drum sounds with that classic, old-school feel at your fingertips."
Kelly McLauchlin
Pessimist
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves have been an essential part in my recent songwriting and pre-production for Fury of Five. Although being the drummer, sometimes I don't have time to set up all my recording gear to track a 45 second drum loop for a guitar riff and Loudstakk has been crucial in delivering the right kinds of drum parts for Fury's riffs."
Mike Pollaro
Fury of Five
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves are a great tool. Been using them for 6 months or so – these have become my go-to for getting natural sounding grooves and beats for capturing ideas and writing music. Great dynamics and just has the right overall feel. Would recommend these to anyone who writes music in Metal/Rock/Punk."
Gamle Erik
Carpathian Forest, Svarttjern
"Loudstakk is something I can't live without once I think about writing songs or even be on with some riff ideas. It just optimizes my work flow in a way that it's even funnier/faster and more practical to give birth to new killer tunes!"
Guilherme Miranda
Entombed AD, DIETH
"Loudstakk offers a countless amount of top notch quality drum MIDI grooves that do assist me a lot when creating new compositions. Literally they inspire me to write more and more. Loudstakk is highly recommended for songwriters!"
Jan Mojdis
Alien Orchestra
"The Loudstakk metal midi drum packs are amazing. It doesn't matter what kind of extreme music you're into, they've got you covered. From old school to new school there is something for everyone. I've been using them to demo new material and they have been an endless source of inspiration for me. LOUDSTAKK RULES!!"
Jay Fernandez
Brutality
REAL GROOVES BY REAL DRUMMERS
NO PROGRAMMING, WRITE MUSIC
92bpm - Alabama Groove
96bpm - Basic Radio Beat
105bpm - Zep Groovy
113bpm - Southern Ballad
120bpm - Basic Rock Beat
123bpm - 3-4 Ballad Waltz
145bpm - Jeff Shuffle
151bpm - 4 On The Floor
156bpm - Fast Basic Beat
178bpm - Texas Boogie
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves have been an essential part in my recent songwriting and pre-production for Fury of Five.
Although being the drummer, sometimes I don’t have time to set up all my recording gear to track a 45 second drum loop for a guitar riff and Loudstakk has been crucial in delivering the right kinds of drum parts for Fury’s riffs."
Mike Pollaro (Fury of Five)
"Loudstakk MIDI Grooves are a great tool. Been using them for 6 months or so – And these have become my go-to for getting natural sounding grooves and beats for capturing ideas and writing music. Great dynamics and just has the right overall feel. Would recommend these to anyone who writes music in Metal/Rock/Punk."
Gamle Erik (Carpathian Forest)
"Loudstakk is something I can't live without once I think about writing songs or even be on with some riff ideas. It just optimizes my work flow in a way that it's even funnier/faster and more practical to give birth to new killer tunes!"
Guilherme Miranda (DIETH)
"Loudstakk offers a countless amount of top notch quality drum MIDI grooves that do assist me a lot when creating new compositions. Literally they inspire me to write more and more.
Loudstakk is highly recommended for songwriters!"
Jan Mojdis (Alien Orchestra)
“Truly inspiring drumbeats.
I actually started a new band as soon as I tried them out in my DAW”
Mika Lagren (Nekrodawn)
MEET RON D. ROCK
WHO THE HECK IS RON D. ROCK?
Ron D. Rock, the founder of Loudstakk and co-founder of Ugritone, is a Finnish-born multi-instrumentalist and devoted music enthusiast. Currently residing on the outskirts of Detroit, Ron's passion for music runs deep within his core.
With an extensive collection of drums and cymbals, Ron's dedication to his craft is evident. His love for music is not limited to one instrument but encompasses a wide range of musical expressions. As a skilled multi-instrumentalist, Ron brings a diverse and versatile approach to his compositions and productions.
Ron's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Loudstakk, a platform that provides high-quality MIDI Grooves, Drum Samples and Audio Plugins catering to the needs of musicians and producers worldwide. Alongside his endeavors with Loudstakk, Ron also played a pivotal role in co-founding Ugritone, a renowned company offering innovative music production tools.
Selected Discography:
FULL SCALE CONFLICT: THE WARBORN CHRONICLE (Guitar, Drum Arrangement, Producer)
INTEGRITY: SKULLS 7" (Drums)
What is your approach to Classic Rock drumming?
"Classic Rock drumming was, in many ways, the second wave of Rock ’n’ Roll—building on its foundation while carving out its own identity. At its core, the approach was always about serving the song. The drums weren’t there to dominate—they were there to drive.
The goal was to let the music lead, while keeping the subtle artistry—ghost notes, drag rolls, tasteful fills—front and center. It was about playing with feel, not flash, and making sure every little detail supported the overall groove without ever pulling focus away from the song itself."
Which drummers inspired you?
"Classic Rock is packed with unforgettable drummers—each with their own unique voice behind the kit. There’s Keith Moon with his wild, unpredictable energy, John Bonham with that massive, swinging groove, and Phil Rudd’s no-frills, straight-ahead drive that just works. And then there’s Frank Beard’s gritty Texas boogie—mean and tight.
So many legends to channel here… it's honestly hard not to be inspired."
How did the idea for a MIDI Groove pack come around?
"I wanted to build a personal go-to toolkit of the most tried-and-true drum grooves—the kind you might even call cliché, in the best way possible. Think of them like the LA session drummers of the MIDI world: reliable, efficient, and always ready to get the song done so you can move on to the next idea. That was the whole concept.
They’re also just a blast to jam with. Whether you're playing along to some CCR, Seger, or anything in that pocket, these grooves are made to loop endlessly. Fire 'em up, zone out, and have fun."
Who should use MIDI Groove packs?
"These grooves were made with songwriting in mind—plain and simple. They’re built to get ideas rolling fast, without the hassle of programming every kick, snare, and hat by hand. Whether you're sketching out riffs, rehearsing for your next gig, cutting a demo, or just plugging in after work for a little jam session, these beats are there to keep you in the creative pocket.
They’re not here to replace your drummer—but compared to a click track? Way more fun to play along with. Tight, familiar, and ready to roll—just like the rhythm sections that made Classic Rock what it is."
PRODUCTION CREDITS:
- Recorded at Loudstakk HQ in Kingsville, ON
- Drums Performed & Edited by Ron D. Rock
- MIDI Grooves organized & labeled by Ron D. Rock
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