Embark on a musical journey to the Alps and beyond! Alpine Volksmusik is a premier sample library featuring 24 single instruments, spanning from the accordion to the 'Zillertaler' violin. It's your all - in - one solution for crafting authentic Alpine and Upper Carniola style music. Recorded from the finest artists in the genre, these high - quality instruments offer a wide range of sounds suitable for various musical needs, whether it's a simple orchestration or a full - fledged Bigband. From accordions, Styrian harmonicas, and brass instruments to guitars, bass, and drums, it covers the entire spectrum of instruments required for digital folk music production. Traditional instruments like the dulcimer, Zillertal fiddle, and alpine bells are also included. Each instrument is recorded in meticulous detail with different articulations that can be keyswitched for authentic sounds. The Engine player's clear interface allows you to adjust parameters such as accordion release - noises, levels, panning, legato, and reverb. Alpine Volksmusik can create both traditional and modern music. You can choose the instruments that match your composition, whether it's family music, a ballad, or modern - sounding tracks. Plus, you can combine it with other instruments to create party music, cover versions, and Après - Ski tunes with genuine folkloristic vibes. Here's the full list of instruments and articulations: Solo trumpet (Long / Marcato / Staccato), Trumpet ensemble (Sustain), Clarinet (Long / Soft long), Baritone Horn (Marcato / Staccato), Bass Trombone (Staccato / Soft Staccato / Marcato / Long), Guitar Picking (Picking long / Alternative single strum), Guitar Chords (Major / Minor / 7th / Dim / Open), Nylon Guitar Bass (Picking long / Picking short), Nylon Guitar Chords (Major / Minor / 7th / Dim), Tuba (Staccato / Marcato long), Accordions (Register: Piccolo / Musette / Violin / Basson), Alpenschellen (Alpin Bells) (Sustain), Drums (All) (Various Drum sounds & claps), Drumkit (Full Drumkit), Dulcimer (Sustain), Zillertaler Geige (Fiddle) (Long / Marcato), Steirische A – D (diatonic button accordions) (Sustain), Synthbass (CS01 & DX100) (Sustain), Walzer Bass (Sustain), Voice FX (vocal phrases / yodelling).
Using the Alpine Volksmusik sample library is a breeze. First, open the Engine player and select the instrument you want to use. You can easily switch between different articulations of an instrument by using the keyswitch function. This gives you the ability to create authentic sounds that match the style of Alpine and Upper Carniola folk music. When it comes to customizing the sound, the user - friendly interface of the Engine player allows you to tweak various parameters. For example, if you're using the accordion, you can adjust the release - noises. You can also set levels, panning, legato, and reverb to get the perfect sound for your composition. As for choosing instruments, think about the mood and style of your music. For family - friendly tunes, a dulcimer and an accordion are great choices. If you're going for a more modern or energetic sound, you can select modern drums, brass, and synth - bass. You can even combine different instruments to create unique arrangements. A little tip: don't be afraid to experiment with different instrument combinations to come up with your own signature sound. In terms of maintenance, since this is a digital sample library, you just need to keep your software and the library updated. Make sure your computer has enough storage space and meets the system requirements for the Engine player. This will ensure smooth operation and prevent any potential glitches or errors.
