Origins Vol.8

Description

Overview

Origins Vol. 8: Fado Guitar & Cavaquinho by Sonuscore is a professional ethnic strings library designed to bring the soulful sounds of Portugal and Latin America to your studio. This collection features two individually playable instruments: the metallic, twelve-string Fado Guitar (Portuguese Guitar) and the rhythmic, joyful Cavaquinho. Together, they create a compelling pairing that spans musical styles from the dark city squares of Lisbon to the vibrant samba and choro music of Brazil.

The heart of this library is the innovative Multi-Arpeggio-Designer (MAD), which allows users to create interlocking patterns and human-like performances. By combining the soulful melodies of the Fado Guitar with the cheerful strums of the Cavaquinho, composers can craft rich, authentic soundscapes. With over 80 rhythm presets and 12 unique color settings, the library offers immense flexibility for sculpting a precise sonic identity.

Key Details

• Two Authentic Instruments: Includes the 12-string Fado Guitar and the rhythmic Cavaquinho.
• Multi-Arpeggio-Designer (MAD): Advanced engine for creating musically meaningful, human-like arpeggios.
• Extensive Presets: Features 80+ inspiring rhythm presets to jumpstart your compositions.
• Color Presets: 12 individual color settings incorporating various effects and impulse responses.
• Customization: Over 1,000 predefined combinations of MAD presets and color settings.
• Interoperability: Ability to copy and paste arpeggio designs between different instruments in the ORIGINS series.
• Performance Range: Capable of everything from percussive timbres and rhythmic sequences to graceful slides and melodies.
• Download Size: Compact 762 MB installation.

Use Cases

• World Music Production: Perfect for authentic Portuguese Fado, Brazilian Samba, and Choro compositions.
• Film & Game Scoring: Ideal for adding regional character or emotional depth to scenes set in Lisbon, Cape Verde, or Hawaii.
• Hybrid Sound Design: Use the MAD engine to create unique, interlocking string patterns for modern pop or electronic tracks.
• Fast Prototyping: Quickly integrate professional-grade ethnic strings into a session without the need for live recording.

Installation

Install using the manufacturer instructions provided with your purchase or via your account portal. Note: This product requires registration with Sonuscore at www.sonuscore.com to activate your license. Because this is a Kontakt-format library, you must also be registered with Native Instruments.

Compatibility

• Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 or higher (64-bit), macOS 10.14 or higher (64-bit Intel Core i5 or Apple M1 native)
• RAM: 4GB minimum (6GB recommended)
• Disk Space: 762 MB
• Plugin Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX, and Stand-alone
• Software Requirement: Full version of Native Instruments KONTAKT is required. This library is NOT compatible with the free Kontakt Player.

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