Kemenche

• Kemenche is a sampler instrument designed for both performance and layering with other sounds.
• Version 2 features a new engine and additional sounds for enhanced playability.
• It offers authentic world string characteristics suitable for various musical styles.

Product Overview

Kemenche offers an authentic world string experience, blending playable solo performances with recorded phrases and loops. This library captures the essence of the classical kemenche, known for its soft, sophisticated sound, making it suitable for both solo work and layering with other strings.

Details

The instrument features over 300 samples, including all main articulations with up to four layers, alongside 75 loops and phrases, and eight long improvisations that extend up to 20 minutes. The kemenche is played using a unique technique that involves gently touching the strings with the nail, contributing to its distinct, resonant character. The library includes straight sustain articulations and recorded vibrato, enhancing its authenticity for nuanced performances.

Version 2 introduces a new engine and additional sounds, focusing on playability while maintaining a high level of expressiveness. The instrument is designed for use in KONTAKT and WAV formats, making it versatile for various scoring contexts, from intimate compositions to rich, layered arrangements.