Sonica Instruments – Tsugaru Shamisen

🎶 Virtuoso Japanese Series: TSUGARU SHAMISEN 🎶

✨ Experience the Soul-Stirring Sound of Tsugaru Shamisen ✨
Sonica Instruments has masterfully captured the essence of the tsugaru shamisen, a traditional Japanese instrument known for its energetic percussive tones, rapid hajiki picking, and unique resonance. This Kontakt library brings the raw power and delicate intricacies of the shamisen to your productions, perfect for genres ranging from minyo folk and jazz to hard rock and cinematic scores.

🔑 Key Features to Ignite Your Creativity

🎼 Authentic Resonance & Sawari Effects

• Separate sound sources for azuma sawari and resonant tones replicate the shamisen’s signature sound.
• Resonant tones automatically adjust to tunings and transpositions for seamless realism.
• Fine-tune resonance and volume to craft the perfect sonic balance.

🎻 Over 20 Authentic Playing Techniques

• Effortlessly access techniques like hajiki (pull-offs) and tremolo picking with intuitive key switches.
• Includes 5 phrase banks with essential tsugaru shamisen phrases for rich, expressive performances.

🎸 String Mode Mechanism

• Perform single-note phrases with three independent strings, just like the real instrument.
• Switch between strings using key-switches to bring your melodies to life.

🎤 Studio-Grade Multi-Mic Samples

• Recorded by virtuoso Nobuto Yamanaka with exceptional precision.
• Three stereo mic positions (Direct, Overhead, Room) plus a Stereo Mix for maximum mixing flexibility.
• Includes a convolution reverb and customizable mic controls for professional-grade sound design.

🎹 Built-in Tools for Ultimate Flexibility

• MIDI Groove Browser: Quickly browse, tweak, and drag & drop MIDI grooves into your DAW.
• Groove Inspirations Pack: (coming soon!) Expand your library with versatile phrases for endless possibilities.
• Load Manager: Optimize performance by loading only the articulations you need.

🎛 NKS & Native Access Ready

• Fully compatible with Kontakt Player (6.6+), Komplete Kontrol, and other NKS-ready hardware.
• Enjoy seamless integration and hands-on control with Komplete Kontrol keyboards.

🎧 Craft Unique Sounds for Any Genre
Whether you’re scoring an epic movie, creating atmospheric jazz, or adding a traditional twist to modern music, the TSUGARU SHAMISEN library is your gateway to unparalleled Japanese musical artistry.