Guzheng

• The Guzheng is a virtual instrument designed for use with Kontakt and NKS.
• It features a range of articulations typical of the traditional Chinese string instrument.
• Requires Kontakt for full functionality.

Product Overview

Guzheng is a virtual instrument that captures the essence of the traditional Chinese zither, offering a rich and expressive sound palette. With its intimate timbre, the Guzheng is well-suited for both lyrical melodies and intricate passages, making it a versatile choice for various scoring contexts.

Details

The instrument features three round-robin layers and ten velocity layers, allowing for nuanced dynamics and articulation. Articulations include picked and fingered notes, with additional performance controls for pitch bend, tremolo, and strumming techniques. The close capture retains key and mechanical details, enhancing the authenticity of the playing experience.

In terms of sound shaping, the Guzheng includes envelope and filter controls, as well as a modular effects panel with 16 effect types for custom processing. This flexibility allows composers to tailor the instrument's sound to fit specific projects, whether for film, television, or other media. The Guzheng's expressive capabilities make it particularly effective for creating atmospheric and emotive scores.