Archetypes

• Archetypes is a virtual instrument library designed for use with the Kontakt Player.
• It requires Kontakt Player version 8.1.0 or higher.
• The library features a range of articulations suitable for various musical styles.

Product Overview

Archetypes is a cello sample library that showcases bold and expressive performances by cellist Joe Zeitlin. It features a diverse range of articulations, including Movements, Gestures, Suspensions, and Statements, designed to infuse your compositions with a rebellious and cinematic character.

Details

The library offers 75 articulations, encompassing techniques such as pizzicato, col legno, and various types of staccato and legato phrases. Each articulation is available in multiple subdivisions, allowing for detailed rhythmic expression. The instrument is recorded closely, capturing the intimate nuances of the cello while retaining key and mechanical details. Additionally, it includes 84 custom presets that facilitate quick access to unique sounds and textures.

Performance controls include a 'Warp' feature, which adds further depth and character to the sound. This library is well-suited for contemporary scoring contexts, where its expressive capabilities can enhance emotional storytelling. With of uncompressed samples, Archetypes provides a rich sonic palette for composers looking to explore new dimensions in their work.