Bowed Metals

• Bowed Metals is a virtual instrument designed for creating unique metallic textures.
• It requires Kontakt Player 5.8.0 or higher.
• The library features a range of articulations to explore various sonic possibilities.

Product Overview

Bowed Metals is a unique percussion library that features a selection of bowed instruments, including vibraphones, crotales, cymbals, and waterphones. The library captures an ethereal quality, making it suitable for cinematic soundscapes and atmospheric compositions.

Details

The library includes six articulations, such as longs and swells for vibraphones and crotales, alongside multiple waterphone and cymbal variations. Each sound is performed by virtuoso percussionist Hugh Wilkinson, ensuring a high level of expressiveness and character. The recordings are designed to evoke a rich, immersive experience, with a custom mix that enhances depth.

With 24 presets available, composers can quickly access a range of textures tailored for cinematic use. The library is compatible with the free Kontakt Player 5.8.0 and offers a straightforward interface for easy navigation. The focus on bowed techniques provides a distinct tonal palette, ideal for adding unique layers to film scores or experimental music.