World Mallets

• World Mallets features a collection of rare mallet instruments from various cultures.
• The library includes designed presets for crafting unique mallet melodies.
• It offers sample start randomization for more natural performances.
• The engine includes an autoplay function for easy preset exploration.
• Requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

World Mallets features a collection of rare mallet instruments sourced globally, primarily from Africa and Asia. This library combines natural sounds with designed presets, allowing for the creation of rich and expressive mallet melodies suitable for various musical contexts.

Details

The library includes 15 unique natural mallets alongside 15 designed presets, providing a wide palette for composers. The Kontakt engine supports sample start randomisation, enhancing the organic feel of performances. Users can easily navigate between natural and designed instruments, with an autoplay function to quickly explore preset combinations.

With 225 preset combinations and 436 samples, the instrument encourages creativity through its intuitive controls. Attack knobs allow for further shaping of the sound, while LFO parameters, referred to as Cycle Rate and Cycle Amount, introduce movement to the textures. The interface is designed to inspire, with visual changes accompanying preset shifts, making it easy to find the right sound for your project.