Dark Era

• Collection of instruments inspired by the Dark Ages, featuring string and wind instruments, drums, percussion, soundscapes, and vocals.
• Includes rhythmic pads to enhance compositions with atmospheric textures.
• Requires Kontakt [version] for use.

Product Overview

Dark Era immerses you in the atmospheric sounds of the Dark Ages, featuring a diverse collection of over 50 instruments, including string, wind, and percussion. The library captures the essence of ancient cultures, from the deep resonance of the Tagelharpa to the haunting tones of Nordic bone flutes and throat singing, creating a rich tapestry of sound ideal for historical and fantasy contexts.

Details

The library comprises more than 20,000 samples, with multiple playing techniques recorded to ensure authenticity. Wind instruments include True Legato and various articulations, while strings feature round-robin samples for both ascending and descending notes. Plucked instruments are captured using techniques such as picking, fingerstyle, and strumming, allowing for a versatile performance. The percussion section includes a range of traditional drums and unique elements like jawbones and shamanic drums, all recorded closely to highlight their character.

Dark Era also includes over 100 soundscapes and rhythmic pads that enhance the atmospheric quality of the library. These elements can be individually adjusted within the Engine Player, which supports flexible beat creation through Epic Loops that adapt to your DAW's tempo. The vocal rhythms, inspired by Inuit traditions, offer a unique layer of texture, featuring throat singing divided into styles and MIDI files for custom assembly. This library is particularly suited for film soundtracks, documentaries, and games that require a historical or epic backdrop.