Steel Pan

• Features three playing styles: Hand, Wool mallet, and Rubber mallet.
• Captures the unique sound of the Steelpan, known for its rich overtones and resonance.
• Requires Kontakt 5.7.1 or higher and is compatible with Kontakt Player.
• Royalty and copyright free content license included.
• Designed for use with Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol NKS 1.5 and up.

Product Overview

Steel Pan offers a vibrant take on the steel drum, capturing the essence of this instrument popularized in Trinidad and Tobago. The library features a rich array of sounds that evoke a tropical atmosphere, making it suitable for various musical contexts, from cinematic scores to world music compositions.

Details

The instrument includes three distinct playing styles: hand, wool mallet, and rubber mallet, each providing a unique timbre. The sound is recorded with three microphone positions—close, overhead, and far—allowing for flexible mixing options to suit different production needs. The close mic captures the intimate details of the instrument, while the overhead and far mics add depth and resonance.

Articulations include a range of dynamic responses, with numerous round-robin samples to ensure natural variation during playback. The interface features controls for mallet selection, EQ adjustments, and an automatic tremolo function that simulates live performance techniques. This makes it easy to create rapid tremolos between notes, enhancing expressiveness in your compositions.

With its detailed sampling and user-friendly interface, Steel Pan is well-suited for composers looking to incorporate the unique sound of steel drums into their projects, whether for film, television, or other media.