MNTRA have released Sur (सुर), a ‘taster’ plugin for their forthcoming Naada plugin. Sur is available as a FREE download.
Introducing “Sur” (सुर) – meticulously crafted to reproduce the essence of the drone in Indian classical music. Featuring exquisitely recorded Tanpuras and Shruti Box, Sur offers a sonic foundation for spiritual expression and aesthetic beauty, serving as a versatile instrument for musical exploration and meditation.
Powered by the advanced MNDALA 2 engine, Sur features a deep micro-tuning system and creatively processed samples, inviting musicians to further explore the intricate nuances of popular Ragas with precision and authenticity. In essence, Sur is a small taste of the sacred beauty and boundless potential of the drone within Indian classical music and beyond, beckoning musicians and sound healing practitioners on a journey of sonic discovery and resonance.
Strings
Tanpura (Combined, Female, Male)
Integral to Indian classical music, is a plucked string instrument notable for its role in providing a continuous drone that enriches the music’s melodic and rhythmic flow. This instrument, with its meditative and harmonious sound, features a hollow body traditionally made from a gourd and a long neck, with four strings tuned to the raga being performed. The Tanpura samples in this instrument map were crafted by the renowned Naeem Sitarmaker from Miraj, and performed for optimal sound quality and resonance that faithfully represents this classic instrument’s essence.
Wind
Shruti Box Long
The Shruti Box, an essential accompaniment in Indian classical music and sound meditative practices, is a hand-operated reed instrument used to provide a drone in a fixed pitch or pitches. Known for its rich, harmonious sound, the Shruti Box supports vocalists and instrumentalists by offering a stable tonal foundation that enhances the overall musical performance. Its simple design allows for continuous airflow through reeds, producing a sustained sound that can be adjusted to match the specific pitch requirements of any performance.
Synth
Tanpura Grained Dist
Combined Tanpura sample map re-amped and creatively processed through bespoke distortion and granular modules.
Shruti Box (Driven Sub, Overtones, Overtones Dry)
Shruti Box creatively processed through modular envelope followers and guitar pedals.
Sur is available to PC and Mac users (VST3 and AU) and requires MNDALA 2.4.0 or later.
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