Nordic Spheres

• NORDIC SPHERES is a Kontakt instrument designed for creating vast, frozen soundscapes and musical spheres.
• The instrument utilizes granular synthesis and combines rich sound effects with percussive elements.
• It features four layers for building intricate textures, each with its own ADSR and arpeggiator settings.
• Developed in collaboration with Mats Lundgren and Amina Hocine, it offers a blend of tonal and non-tonal audio sources.
• Requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

Nordic Spheres captures the frosty essence of ancient soundscapes, creating immersive atmospheres that evoke the stark beauty of icy terrains. This granular instrument blends tonal and non-tonal elements, resulting in rough, pulsating textures that transport listeners through time and desolation.

Details

The library features four independent layers, each equipped with its own ADSR envelope and arpeggiator, allowing for intricate sound design. The top two layers utilise granular synthesis, while the lower layers focus on hits, particles, and sustains. This structure enables composers to craft complex textures that range from delicate to powerful, with a variety of sound effects content enhancing the overall sonic palette.

With over 200 presets available, users can explore a wide range of chilling and atmospheric sounds. The intuitive interface allows for easy manipulation of each layer, including the ability to tie effects to the modwheel for dynamic control. The advanced arpeggiator engine facilitates the creation of intricate patterns, making it suitable for both sound design and musical composition. The combination of rich audio sources and innovative layering techniques makes Nordic Spheres a versatile tool for modern cinematic scores.