Welcome to SOUL SESSIONS

Abstract

Welcome to the Play Series SOUL SESSIONS online manual. Read our user guide and learn how to make music with 50 years of essential soul sounds in KONTAKT.

As part of the KONTAKT Play Series of instruments, SOUL SESSIONS brings 50 years of essential soul sounds to a modern interface. Designed in collaboration with MSXII Sound Design, SOUL SESSIONS offers 150 custom presets for producers looking to add the signature sound of soul to their music. The collection of presets is inspired by the evolution of soul music and covers a range of instrumentation including keys, plucks, guitar, horns, bass, and more.

SOUL SESSIONS aims to balance intuitive, performance-focused control with nuanced sound design. The macros offer quick and dynamic control over the synth engine, enabling you to effortlessly shape presets and customise your own sounds. For those who wish to go deeper in sound design, you will find powerful sound editing tools and custom effects chains that offer further control and inspiration. SOUL SESSIONS also contains an analog-style sequencer that can produce chords, arpeggios and melodic, rhythmical patterns. Ultimately, these tools aim to empower you in your own sound creation!

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