Shire Winds The Folk Woodwind Collection

• Includes 6 folk woodwind instruments: Irish Whistle, Irish Low Whistle, Wooden Celtic Flute, Celtic Piccolo, Asian Bamboo Flute, and Ancient Recorders.
• Features fully adaptive performance modes with automatic keyswitching based on velocity input.
• Requires the FULL version of Kontakt 5/6/7 or above; not compatible with Kontakt Player.
• Offers 4 mic positions for varied sonic character.
• Includes a free percussion library 'Shire Perc' with various percussive elements upon purchase.

Product Overview

Shire Winds: The Folk Woodwind Collection features six distinct folk woodwind instruments, including the Irish Whistle, Celtic Flute, and Ancient Recorders, all performed by Stewart Mcilwham. This collection is designed to evoke the spirit of folk traditions, making it suitable for storytelling and lively jigs.

Details

The library includes a variety of articulations, with fully adaptive performance modes that respond to velocity input, allowing for real-time articulation changes. This intuitive setup mimics the experience of playing the instruments directly. Each instrument is recorded with four mic positions, providing options for both close and ambient sounds.

Adaptive True Legato is included, with user-controlled thresholds for seamless transitions between notes. The Scale Link feature allows for adaptive key signature linking on ornaments, enhancing the library's versatility. The entire collection is housed in a single NKI for streamlined access and organization. The recent update has improved the GUI and functionality, making it easier to navigate and utilize the library effectively.