Oblique

• Requires the full version of Kontakt 6.5.2 or higher; not compatible with Kontakt Player.
• Features a master cellist performing extreme techniques, resulting in a haunting and aggressive sound.
• Includes 9 cello articulations such as Long Sul Tasto, Staccato, and various Glissando techniques.
• Offers a clean and intuitive GUI for easy navigation and sound manipulation.

Product Overview

Oblique is a unique cello instrument that explores darker, more haunting soundscapes. It captures the expressive range of the cello, from delicate sul tasto playing to aggressive bowing techniques, making it suitable for unsettling atmospheres and intense emotional moments.

Details

The library features 320 sound files recorded at 24-bit/48 kHz resolution, offering nine articulations including Long Sul Tasto, Staccato, and various glissandi. The instrument showcases a wide dynamic range, allowing for both subtle and extreme expressions. The close capture emphasizes the intimate timbre of the cello while retaining key and mechanical details, enhancing the overall character of the sound.

Performance options include circular bowing, col legno fortissimo, and body taps, which can be used as percussion elements. The interface is designed to be clean and intuitive, facilitating quick access to the diverse articulations and controls. This instrument is particularly effective for scoring contexts that require a darker, more aggressive sound palette, making it a compelling choice for film and media composers looking to evoke tension and unease.