Hi Guys, I've been wondering and doing some experimentation on midi velocities for kit pieces in addictive drums. I was wondering what other peoples approaches are to midi velocities for addictive drums. For example I have a project that is full, 3 guitars, bass, vocals, synths and drums. I have my Kick velocity between 105 - 115, my snare is 110 - 120, my hi hats are 90 - 100, and crashes are 95 - 100. While experimenting and exploring the preset patterns in Addictive drums I noticed that the presets more often than not will use softer velocities. What are your guys approach or anybody got any ideas?
Cheers guys.

Generally, you should use whatever velocity is required to trigger the desired articulation/velocity layer. Each drum sounds different depending on how hard it is hit, so you need to use the appropriate velocity to get the result you want. This is different from volume, or gain. You wouldn't want hard hitting drums during a soft ballad, I wouldn't think.
 
Regards,
Dan