Odes

Odes, the latest addition to Native Instruments' Evolution series, follows in the footsteps of Lores and Fables, offering a kinetic orchestral instrument designed to infuse tension and enhance narrative expression. This cinematic tool focuses on rhythm and layered motion, making it ideal for scores that demand dynamic and emotionally resonant storytelling.

With Odes, users can craft an eclectic ensemble featuring three distinct instruments sourced from various cultures, each capable of independent looping rhythms and one-shot sounds. This innovative approach results in a vibrant, rhythmic soundscape that is both immersive and highly expressive, perfectly suited for cinematic applications. The instrument allows for the blending of unique sounds such as piercing Mongolian horse fiddles, ethereal floating tenor recorders, and other instruments like the nyckelharpa and kamanche. Its three-layer articulation engine enables the stacking and sculpting of up to three moving articulations per instrument, facilitating intricate, shifting performances that form a robust rhythmic foundation for any score.

Beyond its rhythmic capabilities, Odes provides professional ambience control through convolution reverb and flexible mic mixing, allowing for deep cinematic immersion. Further expressive control is offered via polyphonic aftertouch, which subtly shapes volume, panning, filters, pitch, and modulation. Designed for full integration with Kontakt 8 and NKS, Odes leverages Kontakt's updated MIDI Tools and advanced features, ensuring a seamless and intuitive workflow for producers and composers.

Features:

• Eclectic ensemble of instruments including horse fiddle, nyckelharpa, and kamanche.
• Three-layer articulation engine for stacking and sculpting moving articulations.
• Professional ambience control with convolution reverb and flexible mic mixing.
• Polyphonic aftertouch for subtle control over volume, panning, filters, pitch, and modulation.
• Full Kontakt 8 and NKS integration.