With the new Cinematic Percussion sound library for SampleTank 3, SampleTank 3 SE and the new SampleTank Custom Shop, you can now add big-picture sounds from instruments used in such blockbuster films as “Argo,” “Godzilla (2014),” “Transformers: The Age of Extinction,” “Iron Man,” “300,” “The Matrix” trilogy, and more. This collection is a treasure chest of samples, loops and MIDI patterns that bring the epic sounds of Hollywood to the ultimate sound and groove workstation.
With the new Cinematic Percussion collection for SampleTank 3, SampleTank 3 SE and the new SampleTank Custom Shop, you can now add big-picture sounds from instruments used in such blockbuster films as “Argo,” “Godzilla (2014),” “Transformers: The Age of Extinction,” “Iron Man,” “300,” “The Matrix” trilogy, and more. This collection is a treasure chest of samples, loops and MIDI patterns that bring the epic sounds of Hollywood to the ultimate sound and groove workstation.
Hollywood magic
Cinematic Percussion is a producer’s dream. It comes fully loaded with everything needed to add a dash of Hollywood magic to any production: It has a flexible collection of audio loops recorded at 10 different source tempos. It has a generous array of MIDI patterns that have been performed and designed by both the IK sound design team and Greg Ellis himself. And, of course, it also comes with an extremely deep roster of playable single-hit instruments that all support multiple velocities and round robin.
What makes the Greg Ellis percussion sound unique is his combining of instruments from different parts of the world where he brings together various drums, gongs, metals and shakers based on timbre rather than on geography. This decidedly non-traditionalist approach is what separates Cinematic Percussion from a typical “ethnic percussion” library. As such, it’s been recorded at Ellis’ private studio in the Hollywood Hills, and it offers over 300 drums that have been sourced from artisanal makers around the world. There’s a 38” Javanese gong that’s reminiscent of the lowest “A” note of a priceless concert grand piano. There’s a tuned scuba tank collection that offers clarity and complex harmonics. There’s also finger cymbals, chan chans, gonkoguis, kharkharbas, taiko drums, African djembes, Arabic darboukas and a whole lot more. All told it’s a collection that’s made to inject vibrancy, color and personality.
And while it might come from the world of the silver screen, Cinematic Percussion can be used for all kinds of music. It’s perfect for any style where a kinetic and life-like groove is desired. “This library has been inspired by my work in film,” Ellis notes, “but its application is meant for all forms of music because of the natural feel and human element in there.” Or, in other words, this collection of instruments, loops and MIDI grooves lets anyone add a dash of Oscar-winning depth and creativity to their music.
Perfect control
This new sound library has been designed to be experienced with IK's growing range of companion hardware controllers. Cinematic Percussion is perfect for use with the iRig Pads groove production controller.
Pricing and availability
The Cinematic Percussion sound library for SampleTank 3 (Full and SE versions) is available now via the IK online store and the SampleTank 3 Custom Shop for just $/€99.99*.
*All prices excluding taxes