About
Hopkin's Weighted Strings is a sprawling, 23.4 GB sample library showcasing two of Bart Hopkin's acclaimed experimental instruments: the Weighted Lyre and Weighted Zither. These handcrafted, acoustic creations use strategically placed weights on the strings to manipulate overtones, imbuing them with a distinctive, otherworldly character. The results are hauntingly beautiful, resonant tones that evoke an ancient, mystical quality, perfect for cinematic atmospheres, ambient textures, and unconventional melodic passages.
What's Included
- 23.4 GB sample library
- Recorded in high-quality WAV format
- Kontakt and Ableton instruments included
- Handcrafted Weighted Lyre and Weighted Zither instruments
- Weighted strings create unusual, resonant overtones
- Acoustic, organic sound with a mystical quality
- Ideal for cinematic, atmospheric, and experimental music
- Plucked, sustained, and muted articulations
- Detailed round-robin sampling
- Intuitive Kontakt and Ableton interfaces
- Versatile for leads, pads, and textural elements
- Inspiring source for unique musical compositions
Technical Specs
- Format
- WAVKontaktAbleton
- Sample Size
- 23.4 GB
- Kontakt
- Full required (.+)
- Platforms
- macOSWindows
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