Kora

• The Kora is a traditional West African string instrument, known for its unique sound and cultural significance.
• Performed by the All Saints Choir, it captures authentic tonal qualities.
• This library requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

Kora is a virtual instrument that captures the essence of the traditional African harp, featuring 21 strings and a cow-hide resonator. This instrument blends characteristics of both a harp and a lute, offering a unique timbre that is expressive and versatile, making it suitable for a variety of musical contexts.

Details

The library includes 40 velocity layers, ensuring nuanced dynamics and articulation. It features a custom MIDI pattern player with 20 authentic kumbengo patterns, allowing for easy improvisation and accompaniment. The instrument is recorded in stereo with both mic and contact channels, providing options for sound design and mixing. Additional controls include envelope shaping, filtering, and LFO modulation, enhancing the instrument's playability.

With a total size of , Kora is designed for use in the Kontakt Player, making it accessible without needing the full version of Kontakt. The sound is captured at 24-bit, 96 kHz, ensuring high fidelity. The inclusion of release damping and mute detero samples further enriches the performance, making it a compelling choice for composers looking to incorporate authentic African sounds into their scores.