Sometimes we want to include realistic sounding instruments in our tracks. However, recording a real instrument or buying sample libraries can turn out quite pricey. Luckily there are plenty of free Kontakt libraries from which we chose our top 10.You will need: Full version of Kontakt only number 2 works with Kontakt Player 1. Acoustic Guitar by Pettinhouse AudioThis guitar sounds very realistic thanks to its release and fret noises. Probably my favourite free library.2.
Taiko Creator is a virtual instrument sample library designed for Kontakt. Taiko Creator allows you to achieve 'that sound' in a new and more powerful way. ACCESS: A stable internet connection for library download and activation is. 6 – its now called KLM “Kontakt Library Manager” instead of Custom Kontakt Library Creator. 7 – You don’t need to edit the library order after you add it, you can now enter the order you want while adding it. 8 – Library are ordered in the Edit/Delete Library window as they show up in Kontakt.
Flutes: Persian Ney & Shakukachi from Kontakt Factory SelectionThese two flutes included in Kontakt's free selection of instruments can add lots of oriental flavour to your track. Velocity curve control and beautiful effects included.Ekali used it in - passed it through some distortion and used 'a couple manual unison tricks' (found on ). Probably used also some tremolo and transposition modulation after that.(scroll down to 'Kontakt Factory Selection')3. Amore Grand Piano by PrecisionsoundA very nice grand piano with Pedal sustain support.Ever wondered what VST instruments are the most popular? MSLP Grand Piano SoftA beautiful and intimate grand piano. The background noise adds a lot of mood to the sound.
Perfect for a sad outro for a song.(From this enormous - check it out)Btw, check out! 'Street Bumper' Electric PianoA very nice E Piano with Tremolo, and plenty of other nice effects. Velocity curve & Attack/Release controls included.(Bigcat Instruments)6. 'Skerratt London' Upright PianoA beautiful upright piano to add melancholy or oldschool vibe.(Bigcat Instruments)Check out! 7. MSLP VibraphoneVery nice vibes with ADSR controls. Might need a little panning work, but the samples sound great.(Bigcat Instruments)8. SSO Concert HarpAnother element to spice up your production in an oriental style.(Bigcat Instruments)9.
Sweet Melodic ChoirGreat sounding male basses and female sopranos. Adds a mystical vibe to anything.
Tweak your decay knob to shorten the ridiculously long samples.(Bigcat Instruments)Thanks for checking out our top 9! What are your favourite Kontakt libraries? Share them under our so others can benefit.
Download List:.Plus: Great list of libraries byGood luck with your production. See you in the next articles!About the Author: K-PizzaI’m k-pizza, a music maker who likes to share his experiences with other producers. I’m regularly going to show up with music and content at PML.Listen:Looking for more free stuff? We give away lots of free Ableton templates, MIDI files, presets & racks.