The Soundiron Alto Glockenspiel is a remarkable tuned percussion library. It captures a compact 25 - key alto glockenspiel. This instrument, commonly used in student orchestras, usually has a natural range from A4 - A6. But our version offers an extended playable range from A - 1 to G8, allowing you to play extreme high and low notes. Soundiron recorded it with 3 different articulations: hard mallet, soft mallet, and choked. As a great bonus, it also includes Soundiron's classic children's toy glockenspiel library. Each articulation has multiple dynamic layers and rich round - robin variation, creating a highly dynamic and naturally playable virtual instrument. Recorded from a close, dry stereo position and a far, wide position in a large cathedral, you get two distinct flavors. The instrument articulation and microphone sets can be independently loaded and controlled, offering various tonal and atmospheric options. You can use our intuitive UI controls to customize the sound. It also comes with a step - sequencing arpeggiator and auto - roll system for endless options. The library features a custom - scripted Kontakt user interface with flexible controls, a complete DSP effects rack with many unique spaces, and much more.
Using the Soundiron Alto Glockenspiel is easy. First, make sure you have the full retail version of Native Instruments Kontakt 5.5 or later installed. Once you load the library, you can start exploring the different articulations - hard mallet, soft mallet, and choked - to get the sound you want. Use the intuitive UI controls to adjust settings like swell, attack, release, etc. You can also combine the close and far microphone positions for a unique sonic blend. When using the arpeggiator and auto - roll system, experiment with different patterns to create interesting rhythms. Remember, the free Kontakt Player can only run it in a time - limited 'demo mode', so it's best to use the full version. As for maintenance, keep your software updated to ensure the best performance. If you want to use the samples in other wav - compatible software, you can do so as the sample directories are unlocked.
