Ample Sound has announced the release of a new virtual instrument based on the Ample Sound 4.0 sampling engine.
Ample China Konghou (ACKH) delivers the sounds of a sampled Peacock type 76-string Konghou performed by Ye Lin.
Recorded using 5 microphones, the instrument features 8 articulations and various Konghou glissando samples.
The Konghou is an ancient harp-like picked string instrument that was introduced to East Asia from Persia over 2000 years ago.
Unlike a harp, the Konghou has 76 strings in two rows. Each pair of strings connected to a bottom lever. Picking a string and pressing the corresponding string can produce articulations such as vibrato and bends.
The Konghou has a soft tone and a wide range (G0 – B5), making it suitable for various musical styles including film scores, game music, easy listening, new age, and pop etc.
Running in the new Sampling Engine 4 which was developed on the latest Juce 7, the instrument features a completely redrawn UI, supporting 5K HD resolution, a brand-new version of the Riffer editor and new built-in piano roll.
Ample China Konghou for Windows and Mac (VST/VST3, AU, AAX and standalone) is on sale for the intro price of 112 USD/EUR until June 10th, 2024 (regular 149 USD/EUR).
The offer is available at Ample Sound and from distributor Best Service.
