In 2012 we unveiled the first of our Plectra Series instruments, the 8-string acoustic bouzouki. This Kontakt library, produced by Dimitris Plagiannis, has become one of our most popular products and set a new standard for depth, playability, and realism in non-Western sampled instruments. We're now delighted to announce a new library produced by Dimitris, Plectra Series 4: Turkish Oud, available NOW!
Background
The history of the oud (sometimes spelled ud or 'ud) extends back to antiquity, having been referenced in writings over a thousand (!) years old. It is a fretless, stringed acoustic instrument that has been used in both Middle Eastern and European music for many centuries, and is now played all over the world. The instrument we sampled for this library is a custom-made, double soundboard Turkish oud by master craftsman Faruk Türünz. The instrument was performed by Stelios Varveris and recorded using pristine Neumann and AKG mics through an SSL console in a treated studio room.
The Library
To achieve the goal of creating the best oud library possible, Plectra Series 4: Turkish Oud was recorded using an impeccably crafted instrument, with the best recording gear, in a top-notch studio, by a virtuosic player. Now that the instrument is almost done, it is not hyperbole to say that Plectra Series 4 is the most deeply-sampled, best-sounding virtual oud - period.
With over 3,800+ WAV samples, true legato, and meticulous RR+dynamic layers, no details were spared in the recording process. Much like the 8-string acoustic bouzouki, our oud is very easy to play. No keyswitches or MIDI CCs beyond the modwheel are necessary to achieve very realistic performances. With the built-in UI, you can use either Western tuning, preset microtuning (non-Western) scales OR create your own tuning/scales.
Feature List
* 6 course / 11 string fretless Turkish oud w/ 3,800+ detailed 24bit WAV samples
* All notes on all strings sampled + triggered via intelligent positioning script
* Sustain (up/down picks), hammer-on/pull-off articulations
* Glissando and tremolo articulations
* Two microphones for top + body with independent mix controls
* Elegant user interface with easy & straightforward playability
* Advanced tweaking options for position/finger + string behavior
* Powerful microtuning script for authentic non-Western music + performances
* Chords patch with major, minor + fifth chords
* Built-in EQ, compressor & reverb controls
Demos
https://soundcloud.com/isworks/sets/ple ... rkish-oud/
Price & Release
Release Date: AVAILABLE NOW, click here!
Price: $99 intro / $119 MSRP
Library Page / Purchase
http://impactsoundworks.com/products/wo ... rkish-oud/
