The spirit of Japan — in every note.
Native Winds: Shakuhachi captures the haunting beauty of this iconic Japanese flute through detailed recording and thoughtful design.
Featuring adjustable presets, pitch and filter automation, legato and staccato articulations, and prerecorded phrases with configurable start points, this Kontakt library is both powerful and intuitive.
Perfect for cinematic, ambient, or world music, it opens the door to endless creative possibilities with Native Winds.
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Features
✔ Legato: smooth and natural transitions between notes, ideal for continuous melodic lines that are emotionally engaging.
✔ Polyphonic: play chords and free harmonies, exploring the full sonic palette of the Shakuhachi in more open passages.
✔ Staccato: crisp, detached notes for precise rhythmic articulation and dynamic accents.
✔ 3 Phrase Presets: ready-to-play grooves and motifs, fully editable via the Sample Start control — adjust the sample’s start point and create endless variations.
✔ Essential Controls: precisely adjust Volume, Reverb, and Sample Start directly from the interface, ensuring speed and fluidity in your production.
✔ Pitch Aftertouch: express yourself with greater realism: apply pitch nuance in real time by pressing your key, just like on a real shakuhachi.
Specifications
SIZE: 228.8 MB
PRESETS: 6 PRESETS
For Kontakt 6.8.1 - FULL VERSION REQUIRED
FAQ
Does this plugin run on Kontakt Player?
No. The full version of Kontakt is required.
How do I install the plugin?
After you receive the email, simply follow the instructions to download the file, then load it in Kontakt via the Files tab.
Is MIDI Learn supported?
Absolutely. Right-click (or CTRL-click) any knob or slider to map it to your MIDI controller.
