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Description
Step into a world of musical exploration with Native Instruments East Asia, a meticulously crafted Kontakt instrument that brings the rich and diverse sounds of East Asian musical traditions right to your fingertips. This plugin is a treasure trove of 38 melodic and percussive instruments from China, Japan, and Korea, beautifully recorded by virtuoso performers in their native environments. Whether you're scoring a film or adding a unique twist to your electronic tracks, this plugin offers an unparalleled array of authentic sounds that can transform any production into a cultural journey.
Each instrument within East Asia is designed to offer both authenticity and creative flexibility. From the serene strums of the Guqin to the resonant beats of traditional drums, the plugin's library includes 14 string and wind instruments and 24 percussion instruments. The built-in traditional scales and tunings allow you to craft unique melodies effortlessly, while a vast collection of customizable phrases makes composing distinctive parts a breeze.
Enhance your compositions further with the plugin’s extensive range of preset grooves and intuitive macro controls, perfect for tailoring each sound to your specific needs. Experience seamless integration with KOMPLETE KONTROL keyboards, where presets and mixer parameters are instantly accessible and color-coded, enhancing your workflow with intuitive playability.
Key Features:
- 38 melodic and percussive instruments from China, Japan, and Korea
- Recorded by renowned performers for authentic sound
- Intuitive controls with built-in mixer and professional-grade studio effects
- Compatible with FREE Kontakt 6 Player or Kontakt 6 Version 6.5.3 or higher
Product specs
| Software Type | Asian Percussion Libraray |
| Platform | Mac, PC |
| Upgrade/Full | Full |
| Download/Boxed | Download |
| Bit Depth | 64-bit |
| Hardware Requirements - Mac | Intel Core i7 / Apple Silicon or higher, 4GB RAM or more recommended |
| Hardware Requirements - PC | Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 5 or higher, 4GB RAM or more recommended |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 11 or later, Kontakt Player 6.5.3 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 10 or later, Kontakt Player 6.5.3 or later |
FAQs
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What instruments are included in Native Instruments East Asia?
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Native Instruments East Asia includes a variety of traditional Asian instruments such as Chinese percussion, Japanese and Korean string instruments, and other unique regional sounds, all designed to capture the essence of East Asian music.
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Is Native Instruments East Asia compatible with my DAW?
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Native Instruments East Asia requires the Kontakt Player 6.5.3 or later, which is compatible with most major DAWs on both Mac and PC platforms.
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What are the system requirements for Native Instruments East Asia on a Mac?
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For Mac users, Native Instruments East Asia requires macOS 11 or later, an Intel Core i7 or Apple Silicon processor, and at least 4GB of RAM.
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Can I use Native Instruments East Asia on a Windows PC?
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Yes, Native Instruments East Asia is compatible with Windows 10 or later and requires an Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor with a minimum of 4GB RAM.
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What makes Native Instruments East Asia unique compared to other virtual instruments?
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Native Instruments East Asia offers an authentic collection of traditional Asian instruments with high-quality samples, providing detailed articulations and dynamic control to produce realistic and expressive performances.
Videos
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Spotlight Collection: EAST ASIA Walkthrough | Native Instruments
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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Native Instruments East Asia.
Features and functionality
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The dynamic slider on the erhu changes function after two uses, affecting sound character and loudness, making it hard to achieve decrescendos.
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The tremolo function requires the toggle note to be held for the entire duration of the articulation, rather than a simple keyswitch.
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It's noted that the Yangqin instrument's tremolo feature is very quiet, suggesting the use of Trem Velo for better results.
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User experience
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Playing softly or using legato removes the unwanted "marcato" noise at the start of notes.
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Comparisons
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Ample China Erhu is noted as a better solo erhu option compared to Native Instruments East Asia and EastWest Silk.
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Use cases and applications
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Designed more for incidental film/TV music, but can be used to compose original lines.
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