Ancient Duduk Phrases

• Ancient Duduk Phrases features live recorded phrases and a haunting legato patch, ideal for atmospheric soundtracks.
• The duduk, a traditional Armenian instrument, offers a colorful timbre that complements orchestral arrangements.
• Requires a FULL version of Native Instruments' KONTAKT; the free Kontakt Player is not sufficient.
• Performed by Anna Mkhitaryan, a musician and leader in ethnic Armenian music.

Product Overview

Ancient Duduk Phrases showcases the rich, evocative sound of the duduk, a traditional Armenian instrument with a history spanning over 1,500 years. This library features live recorded phrases that capture the instrument's colorful timbre, making it ideal for atmospheric soundtracks and enhancing orchestral arrangements.

Details

The library includes over 600 live recorded phrases organized into 17 themes, each offering a unique emotional character. These phrases are available in three keys (C, F, A) and are complemented by seven bonus themes. The instrument also features a fully playable legato patch, allowing for seamless melodic lines and expressive phrasing. Articulations include sustain variations with diverse ornaments such as trills, vibratos, and accents, providing a wide range of expressive capabilities.

Designed with an intuitive interface, Ancient Duduk Phrases offers built-in effects like EQ, delay, and reverb, enabling quick adjustments to fit your mix. This flexibility allows composers to easily integrate the duduk's haunting sound into their scores, whether for film, television, or other media. The combination of traditional and modern sampling techniques ensures that the duduk's emotive qualities are preserved, making it a valuable addition to any composer's toolkit.