FluffyAudio have released Taiko Dojo, available at the intro price of €89.00, increasing to €119.00 after the promotion.
Embark on an enthralling musical journey with Taiko Dojo – a masterfully curated library of 22 traditional Japanese instruments, meticulously designed for Native Instruments Kontakt. Immerse yourself in the authentic sounds of Nagado, Shime, Odaiko, Japanese Percussion, an assortment of Okedo, and more, all brought to life through state-of-the-art recording techniques and an unwavering commitment to detail.
At the core of Taiko Dojo pulsates the rhythm of KyoShinDo, an ensemble of Italian virtuosos and craftsmen steeped in the venerable traditions of Japanese arts. Residing and honing their craft at the KyoShinDo Taiko Dojo, nestled amidst the serene Apennine Mountains of Liguria, these adept percussionists are the epitome of dynamic and disciplined Japanese artistry. As both performers and creators of their instruments, KyoShinDo has captivated audiences at prestigious festivals across Italy, Japan, France, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Malta with their spellbinding performances.
Taiko drumming is not just an auditory delight but a visually captivating and visceral spectacle. The performances, characterized by its exuberant energy and meticulous precision, are harmoniously intertwined with the elegance and poise of the body’s movements.
In brief:
- Nagado Drums: Backbone of Taiko with distinct pitches – mid for balance, low for resonant beats, high for sharp accents.
- Okedo Drums: Hour-glass shaped with diverse tones – Coral, Red, Blue Okedo; great for solos and complementing Nagado.
- Shime Drums: High-pitched, tightly-tuned for intricate rhythms; Shime 2, 4, 8 offer varied high-frequency layers.
- Odaiko Drums: Large, deep-sounding drums; small and big sizes add grandeur and power.
- Katsugi Drums: Portable, dynamic, shoulder-slung; two types for varied tones.
- Katsugi Oke Daiko: Dual-sided drum with contrasting tones on each side.
- Eisa Shime, Paranku, Eisa Odaiko, Tam Tam, Vocal, Hyoshigi and more…
Features include:
- 9.5 GB .ncw compressed sample pool
- 24 bit / 48 kHz stereo
- 21k+ samples!
- Strokes, borders, rims and other articulations
- 22 instruments
- Spot, Close, Mid, Far, Remix and CINE mics
- Pattern Engine
- Made in collaboration with KyoShinDo
- No samurais were harmed in the making of the library
Taiko Dojo requires a full version of Kontakt 5.8.1 or later.
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