Strands

• STRANDS features a collection of bowed and electronic instrumentation designed for cinematic soundscapes.
• It is compatible with Native Instruments Kontakt and Kontakt Player.
• The instrument is NKS compatible, allowing for integration with Native Instruments hardware.

Product Overview

Strands is a collection of bowed and electronic instruments designed for cinematic soundscapes. The library offers a unique blend of acoustic and processed sounds, making it suitable for both expressive scoring and experimental sound design.

Details

The instrument features 32 sound sources, including raw acoustic bows and abstract samples, allowing for a wide range of tonal possibilities. It employs a dual-layer design, enabling users to morph between sound sources, adjust pitch, and control dynamics with ease. The interface is intuitive, providing instant access to performance controls while also allowing deeper editing options for more intricate sound shaping.

Strands includes versatile modulation capabilities with envelopes for amp, pitch, and filter, as well as dual LFOs for complex modulation. Effects such as lofi processing, user-convolution loading, and flexible delay and reverb sends enhance the creative potential. With over 1000 snapshots available, the library encourages exploration and experimentation, making it a valuable tool for composers and sound designers seeking to push sonic boundaries.