Hybrid Scoring Instrument Blends Japanese Traditions with Modern Synthesis
Native Instruments has released Scene: Lotus, a specialized scoring instrument that combines traditional Japanese sounds with contemporary synthesis. This addition to the Scene series provides composers with an intuitive palette for creating evolving cinematic soundscapes.
Distinctive Sound Design
Scene: Lotus features authentic Japanese instrument samples including shakuhachi, hichiriki, and koto, thoughtfully integrated with orchestral textures and synthesized elements. The instrument allows users to craft dynamic soundscapes by blending 16 distinct sound sources through an innovative XY pad interface.
Streamlined Workflow
The instrument emphasizes hands-on control through its polyphonic aftertouch compatibility and intuitive parameter adjustments. Composers can easily shape sounds using built-in effects presets spanning reverbs, delays, and modulation. The interface maintains musical coherence with an extensive collection of scales and modes.
Creative Control
Scene: Lotus provides 120 carefully crafted presets while offering deep sound-shaping capabilities. The XY pad serves as the centerpiece for real-time sound morphing, allowing fluid transitions between textures and effects. This approach enables quick creation of evolving atmospheric sounds that can seamlessly shift from subtle to dramatic.
Pricing and Compatibility:
- $29.00
- Requires Kontakt Player 8.1 or higher
- 1.22 GB download size
- Available for all major DAW formats
- Compatible with Native Access
More information about Scene: Lotus is available on the Native Instruments website.
