Sheng Khaens Sho

• Features the Sheng, Khaen, and Sho instruments, offering a unique blend of sounds.
• Performed by the All Saints Choir, adding a distinct vocal quality to the library.
• Requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

Sheng Khaen Sho features three distinct free reed instruments: the Chinese Sheng, Laotian Khaen, and Japanese Sho. Each instrument offers a unique tonal palette, with the Sheng providing a rich, polyphonic sound, the Khaen delivering rhythmic pulses, and the Sho contributing higher-pitched, lyrical lines. This library is well-suited for scoring that requires an authentic Asian tonal quality.

Details

The library includes a standard alto Sheng with 30 pipes, capturing its expressive capabilities through inhale and exhale techniques. The Khaen, known for its longer pipes, emphasizes rhythmic performance, while the Sho, the smallest of the trio, excels in higher registers. Each instrument is recorded with a focus on breath control, allowing for nuanced dynamics and articulation.

Performance controls include dynamic vibrato, pressure modulation, and key noise adjustments, enhancing the realism of the playback. The library also features a microtuning panel with over 50 preset scales, enabling composers to explore various cultural tunings. A modular effects chain allows for extensive sound design possibilities, making it a versatile tool for both traditional and contemporary compositions.