There are times when you need the crisp attack of a steel-string acoustic guitar, but the distinctive sound of nylon strings is often perfect for the softer sound of an acoustic guitar. The rich, full-bodied tone of Evolution Modern Nylon is perfect for both classical guitar and pop/rock guitar tracks. By moving the pick closer to the bridge and using percussive strokes on the guitar’s body, you can also achieve convincing flamenco parts.
We developed this library in collaboration with Rosewood Recording Company, one of Utah’s most respected recording studios. Guy Randle, owner and engineer of Rosewood Recording Company, uses analog audio equipment to skillfully shape and highlight the rich tonal qualities of the nylon guitar.
For sampling, Randle enlisted the help of versatile and experienced guitarist Michael Dowdle. Michael Dowdle has an impressive musical background. His session guitar work includes recordings for artists such as Marie Osmond, The Osmond Brothers, John Schneider, David Archuleta, and The Jets, as well as numerous film and television soundtracks.
He has also performed live with artists such as Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, The Coasters, Sam Cardone, and many others. Michael’s extensive and varied work has earned him a reputation for playing a wide range of styles with absolute authenticity, from elegant classical guitar to gritty blues riffs. This versatility has proven invaluable, resulting in guitar samples suitable for many nylon guitar styles.
- Over 5GB of samples (compressed to 2.1GB using the lossless NCW audio format).
- Articulations such as sustains, palm mutes, harmonics, and special effects like body hits, string slaps, and more.
- Legato samples for slides, hammer-ons, and pull-offs.
- Built-in strumming pattern editor for authentic guitar strumming.
- Adjustable pick position using our proprietary physical modeling technology.
- Multi-track recording on up to four tracks.