Taiko Creator

• Features 24 taiko drums with seven variations at seven velocities for dynamic performance.
• Includes 30 kits and 60 MIDI suites for extensive customization and composition options.
• Utilizes a purpose-built engine for easy control and generation of solo and ensemble groups.
• Requires Kontakt Player 5.7.1 or higher; compatible with Windows 7 or Mac OS 10.11 and above.

Product Overview

Taiko Creator offers a powerful and flexible approach to Japanese taiko drums, ideal for cinematic compositions. This virtual instrument allows users to create and control both solo and ensemble groups, providing a rich palette of sounds that can be tailored to specific needs.

Details

The library features 24 distinct taiko drums, including various head and rim hits, alongside additional percussion elements like stick clicks, vocalizations, gongs, and cymbals. With a total of 9,881 samples, each drum head hit includes seven variations at seven velocities, ensuring a dynamic and expressive performance through a 7×7 round-robin setup. The included MIDI suites, available in both core and expansion packs, provide 20 to 60 performance files that encompass intros, core parts, fills, and endings, all of which can be easily auditioned and dragged into a DAW for customization.

Taiko Creator runs within Kontakt or the free Kontakt Player, featuring a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of building custom ensembles. The instrument's design emphasizes sonic flexibility, making it suitable for a wide range of scoring contexts, from epic action sequences to more subdued, atmospheric pieces. The ability to mix high and low variations further enhances its versatility, allowing for tailored soundscapes that can adapt to various cinematic styles.