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Colours - String Septet

Colours - String Septet

by Sonokinetic

Expressive string septet phrases in hard-to-imitate playing styles and microtonal bends, recorded with 4 mic positions.

$178.00

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Textured string septet phrases

  • String septet: 2 violins, 2 violas, 2 cellos and double bass
  • Col legno, sul ponticello, microtonal bends and textured beds
  • 4 mixable mic positions recorded in the Zlin Cinematic Hall

What is Colours - String Septet?

Colours - String Septet is a phrase-based library of expressive, atonal yet tonal textures for 2 violins, 2 violas, 2 cellos and a double bass, recorded in the Cinematic Concert Hall in Zlin. Expect bright col legno, scratchy sul ponticello, microtonal bends and otherworldly patterns and beds, with the directness and intimacy that a septet brings. Mix four microphone positions (close, Decca tree, wide and balcony) and shape each phrase with its own volume, pan and mod wheel controls. Made for composers who need fresh, unsettling string colours for film, games and TV.

Colours - String Septet at a glance

Product type: Kontakt instruments
For use with: Free Kontakt Player or Kontakt.
Download size: 5.6 GB

Sonokinetic

Sonokinetic is renowned for producing very original top quality sample libraries and digital musical instruments, ranging from authentic vocal and instrumental multi-samples & performances to next-level symphonic phrase based instruments. Using only the best instruments, acoustics and technology and hiring top-notch musicians for recording they deliver some of the best compositional tools on the market.

Colours - String Septet FAQ

How do I install and activate Colours - String Septet after purchase?

You install Colours - String Septet through Native Access. After your purchase, the expansion appears in the app for automatic installation. Simply enter your serial activation code if prompted and the sounds will be ready in your NI browser.

Is Colours - String Septet compatible with my DAW?

Yes, Colours - String Septet works in all major DAWs, including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reaper and Cubase.
Can I use the sounds from Colours - String Septet in my commercial projects royalty-free?

All presets and sounds in Colours - String Septet are royalty-free and copyright cleared for use in your commercial projects. Your purchase includes a commercial license, allowing you to use these sounds in any professional recording without further legal obligations.

What is Kontakt?

Kontakt is the industry-standard sampling platform used by the world’s top producers and composers. It acts as a "host" for thousands of different virtual instruments – from hyper-realistic orchestral libraries and rare vintage synths to modern pop keys. You can use Kontakt as a standalone application or as a plugin within your DAW to play, edit, and layer these sounds into your tracks.
If you’re just looking to play Kontakt instruments, Kontakt Player is the free version that runs all NI Kontakt instruments, plus loads from third-party developers.

Is Colours - String Septet a VST instrument?

Technically, no, it’s a Kontakt instrument.
However, it functions just like a VST instrument in your DAW.
While musicians and producers often use "VST" as a catch-all term for any virtual instrument, Colours - String Septet is formatted specifically as a Kontakt library (.nki). To use it, you simply load Colours - String Septet inside Kontakt or the free Kontakt Player. Since Kontakt itself runs as a VST3, AU, or AAX plugin inside your DAW, the end result is identical: you open it, play it, and automate it just like any traditional VST.

System Requirements

Kontakt system requirements
  • Free Kontakt Player or Kontakt
  • Windows 10 or 11 (latest Service Pack)
  • macOS 13, 14 and 15 (latest update)
  • Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU, or Apple Silicon, 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended)
  • Graphics hardware support for Direct 3D 11.1 (Feature Level 11_0) or higher
  • Supports ASIO, Core Audio, and WASAPI

*As of Kontakt 8.8, macOS 13 is no longer supported. Future updates may prevent installation below macOS 14.

An internet connection is required to download, install, and activate Kontakt Player or Kontakt, and this product (please see the Native Access system requirements). Once installed, all products can be used offline. Certain products may require additional free downloads.

Supported interfaces

  • macOS (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST3, AU, AAX
  • Windows (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST3, AAX

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