We’ve retained the KOTO 13’s superb sound quality, meticulous performance reproduction, and rich articulation while using the same advanced sound architecture as the KOTO 17 and KOTO 20. This includes a string editor that lets you tune all 13 strings independently to create original scales, and an instrument modeling tool that gives you control over finger picking characteristics, string character, and noise component selection.
Giving you the traditional sound of a 13-string koto, as well as the ability to create your own original sounds, KOTO 13 version 2 is ideal for more types of music than ever before.
- Stunningly realistic reproduction of the 13-string koto thanks to accurate recording and script.
- Up to eight velocity layers and four loop samples for natural sounding dynamics.
- 26 koto articulations, all key switches selectable.
- Five sets of typical koto phrases, all key switches selectable.
- Plucking control function for complete mastery of delicate, natural-sounding plucked notes.
- Performance mode maps each of the 13 strings to a white key for easy performance of glissandos and koto phrases in real time.
- 28 classic koto scales that can be transposed to any key.
- User scale mode for creating custom scales for specific pieces.
- Stellar tone colors recorded at full 24-bit, 96 kHz fidelity (the library contains 24-bit, 44.1 kHz samples).
- Samples recorded with multiple microphones, as well as direct, overhead, room and stereo mix sources can be mixed independently to create unique sounds.
- 48 built-in convolution reverb settings with individual reverb mixing per channel.
- Compatible with NKS ready and Kontakt Player.