Publisher: Sonica Instruments
Format: Kontakt (6.6.0+)
Quality: Stereo 96 kHz 24 bit
Description: Koto is a Japanese plucked musical instrument, a long zither with movable fillies. Koto 20 can be used as a solo instrument, but in combination with other Virtuoso Japanese Series libraries, such as Koto 13, Koto 17 and Shakuhachi, as well as with orchestral instruments, it forms a bright and multifaceted ensemble.
As a historical reference: the 20-string koto was created by Keiko Nosaka in 1969. Originally this instrument had 20 strings, but later versions added an extra string.
Features :
• Nearly perfect reproduction of every nuance of the 21-string koto performance thanks to carefully thought-out recording methods and innovative programming
• Performance mode matches the 21 strings to adjacent white keys for easy glissandos and phrasing
• 18 fundamental articulations selectable via key switch
• Sustain pedal control for natural, continuous phrasing
• Instrument Modeler reproduces the sound variations corresponding to different plectrums and strings
• Character selector lets you choose from three plectrum thicknesses
• Tone selector offers three string tones: Thick, Normal and Thin
• Three banks of the most characteristic koto phrases, controllable via key switch
• Plucking Control function allows you to control delicate, natural-sounding notes
• String Editor allows independent tuning of each of the 21 strings
• In addition to the 10 preset scales, User Scale mode lets you create your own
• Create your own mixes using samples recorded from multiple microphones and a dedicated mixer with individual controls for Direct, Overhead, Room and Stereo Mix channels
• Compatible with NKS and Kontakt Player
