The Watchmaker

• Features 19 different pocket watches, wristwatches, and small clocks, capturing their unique ticking sounds.
• Requires Kontakt 5.7.1 or higher and is compatible with Kontakt Player.
• Includes X/Y pad control for each individual timepiece for enhanced sound manipulation.
• Designed with a steampunk-themed interface for an engaging user experience.
• Royalty and copyright free content license for use in compositions.

Product Overview

The Watchmaker features an extensive collection of sounds from 19 different pocket watches, wristwatches, and small clocks, all captured with a focus on clarity and nuance. This library is designed to evoke suspense and drama, making it suitable for cinematic moments where timekeeping sounds play a pivotal role.

Details

The instrument allows for individual triggering of each timepiece, with options to combine sounds for richer textures. The interface includes an X/Y pad for each clock, enabling precise control over volume, panning, swing, and tempo adjustments. The GUI has a steampunk aesthetic, enhancing the thematic experience while providing functional controls for reverb, EQ, and delay.

Playback is intuitive, with specific key ranges designated for different functions, including winding sounds and pitch adjustments. The library also features a reliability slider to introduce variations in timing, simulating the imperfections of older mechanisms. Overall, The Watchmaker offers a unique sound palette that can enhance compositions in suspenseful or dramatic contexts.