The XT-TG Tom-Tom Gate stands out by intelligently identifying the unique sonic character of your tom-toms. Unlike traditional gates that simply open and close based on signal thresholds, this plugin distinguishes genuine tom hits from other nearby drum sounds, ensuring cleaner and more precise gating. By focusing on the actual drum strike rather than sympathetic resonances, it prevents unwanted bleed and maintains the natural tone of your tom recordings.

This gate learns both the distinct characteristics of the tom sound and the surrounding spill, allowing it to effectively isolate the tom hits within a complex drum mix. Users can shape the gate's behavior with controls such as Hold, which determines how long the gate stays open after being triggered, enabling you to control the amount of tom ring that passes through. The Release control adjusts the closing time of the gate for smooth transitions, adding to the natural feel of the processed audio.

Additionally, the Depth control lets you specify the amount of gain reduction applied when the gate is closed, providing flexibility in how aggressively the toms are gated. These features combine to offer precise and musical gating tailored specifically for tom-toms, making the XT-TG a valuable tool for drum mixing where clarity and tonal integrity are essential.