Bars

• Bars is a collection of deeply sampled tonal percussion instruments, including Glockenspiel, Chinese Chimes, Tibetan Bells, and Tiny Marimba.
• Requires Kontakt 5.8.1 or higher; Kontakt Player is not supported.
• Recorded in stereo at Triumph Studio, featuring a mod wheel for switching between close and room mics on the fly.
• Includes various articulations such as hits, rolls, and bowed techniques for the Glockenspiel and Chinese Chimes.
• Features a pitch-transposing capability for Tibetan Bells, enhancing compositional flexibility.

Product Overview

Bars is the second entry in the Authentic Series, featuring a diverse range of deeply sampled tonal percussion instruments, including Glockenspiel, Chinese Chimes, Tibetan Bells, and Tiny Marimba. The collection is designed to provide a rich palette of sounds, ideal for both melodic and rhythmic applications.

Details

The instruments have been meticulously struck, bowed, and played to ensure a wide array of playable articulations. The Glockenspiel and Chinese Chimes are recorded in stereo on Triumph Studio’s scoring stage, offering a unique mod wheel feature that allows for seamless switching between close and room mic perspectives. This flexibility enables quick adjustments to the sound environment, enhancing the creative process.

Articulations include rubber mallet hits, wood mallet rolls, and bowed techniques, providing a versatile toolkit for composers. The Tibetan Bells feature a pitch-transposing capability, adding further flexibility to compositions. The Tiny Marimba introduces traditional mallet hits and rolls, contributing a playful element to the overall sound. The Transpose (TRP) feature allows for effortless pitch shifting, particularly beneficial for bell sounds, expanding the sonic possibilities within your projects.