Why can't I see the Sessions Drummer XY Pad in Logic 11.2 on my new MacBook?

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Why can't I see the Sessions Drummer XY Pad in Logic 11.2 on my new MacBook?

I've updated to the most recent version of logic 11.2 and I'm operating on a brand new MacBook Pro so I am so confused as to why my version of logic doesn't seem to have the grid that you can slide around to edit on when using a session drummer. I would really love to use the grid as it's a great feature, if anyone can help that would be amazing!! please see attached photos.

my version:

The version I want :

If anyone knows how I access it please do let me know because I'm driving myself crazy trying to access it.

Thanks so much :)

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Original Title: help! I can't access the session drummer editor grid/ XY pad

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 15.1

Posted on Jun 3, 2025 12:32 PM

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Answer 1

EddieGrey

Level 4

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Jun 3, 2025 03:23 PM in response to polly215

Sir,

Logic Pro 11 has had some significant updates. I recommend you jump on board as it is a songwriters/producers dream in my honest opinion.

You would have to roll back to Logic Pro X to get that back and unless you saved a back-up copy, you will probably have a tough time getting an older copy of Logic as the app store does not make it available unless your OS is compatible with that specific version of Logic Pro.

Session Players (Drums, Keys, and Bass) superseded the now retired "Drummer". If you have any more questions, do reach out.

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polly215 Author

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Jun 4, 2025 01:13 AM in response to EddieGrey

So I understand they got rid of the XY grid but did they also remove the drummers with names, because I can't access those either. Also do you think the updated version is better than the XY grid and is there a best way to use it ? thanks again for your help.

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CCTMusic

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Jun 4, 2025 03:14 AM in response to polly215

Hi

The new Session Player drummer works in a similar but enhanced way.

The X/Y pad is replaced by 2 vertical sliders... and does pretty much what the old pad did

The drummer names have gone, but the basic 'style' functionality remains:

Style/Genre here:

No names :-)

There are a load of other enhancements.. see manual for details

CCT

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EddieGrey

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Jun 3, 2025 12:50 PM in response to polly215

Sir,

This X/Y Pad feature was discontinued with Logic Pro 11.

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polly215 Author

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Jun 3, 2025 03:01 PM in response to EddieGrey

Noo!! really no way !! Do you know why? Is there anyway I can get it back do you know? It's probably one of my favourite features. thanks for letting me know anyway. Did they also discontinue the named session drummers?

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Why can't I see the Sessions Drummer XY Pad in Logic 11.2 on my new MacBook?

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