Lyra

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From harp to zither

Explore the magical resonance of the open string, from harp to zither—Lyra offers a carefully curated history of plucked string instruments for contemporary composition. With 11 instruments from Western European music traditions, you have an array of character soloists at your fingertips. Perfect for evocative leads, shimmering, magical accompaniments, or punctuating detail—like its sister collection Cetra, Lyra gives you spirit, nuance, and detail for your songs, stories, scores, and productions.

Highlights

• 11 detailed instruments from harp to zither.
• Automatic release sample selection for improved playability.
• Multiple articulations including glissandi, tremolo, chords, and ornaments.
• A choice of pluck styles for the dulcimer, psalterion, and lyre harp.
• Up to 5 mic positions.
• Recorded at SML Studios in Surrey, UK.