7 FREE Kontakt libraries every producer should have
Updated: May 19
1. DS Drum - RCS Essentials (Demo)
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The RCS Essentials is a in-depth sampled drum library with the exclusive drums of Italian drum builder DS Drum.
With over 20.000 samples in the demo and 80.000 samples in the paid version you get the most realistic drum performances and soundscaping control you will ever need from a virtual instrument.
In the free version you get a complete 5 piece kit with 2 snare drums all tuned in 3 different tunings and a set of 6 cymbals to your disposal.
Key features
Never sampled before drums
Multi mic control
Build in effects
Gorgeous GUI
Preset build workflow
Compatibility
This library is available for Kontakt 6.6.0 or Kontakt Player 6.6.0 requires Windows 7 or higher and macOS 10.13 or higher. It comes in VST 2/3, AU and AAX formats.
The demo version will NOT work with the free player.
Summary
We as Red Pack Drums are here to give you custom build drums in sample library. So if you're done with the same used and recorded Black Beauty, then definitly check out the free version and if you like it and want even more drums? Upgrade to the full version and get all of the DS Drum Essentials drums in one library.
2. Lockdown kitchen
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Made when Rattly and Raw's in-house mix engineer, Emre, got bored during lockdown. To the dismay of his family he sampled everything across the flat. Including multiple recordings of each surface and kitchen utensil. We included washing machines, espresso makers and much more
Key features
Easy to use GUI
A ton of applaince samples for your percussion needs
Some build in effects
Compatibility
This library is available for Kontakt full version.
It will NOT work with the free player.
Summary
I've found this really funny and a brilliant piece of percussion, lol
You really have the feeling you're working with someone who's bashing on the washing machine or turning on the espresso machine for your home productions. Just funny as hell. But I really think you could use it in your percussion arsenal to add some vibe to your tracks.
So if you own a full version of Native instruments Kontakt definitely pick this one up!
3. Shreddage 3
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The ultimate FREE electric guitar sample library for KONTAKT!
Includes deep-sampled sustain, palm mute, and choke articulations with 3 octaves of playing range, up to 24 samples per note, and tons of performance options. Also features TACT 2.0 and the new CONSOLE mixer and modular FX rack!
Key features
Pristine 24-bit recordings
Sustains, palm mutes, chokes
Pitched and unpitched release noises
Up to 3x dynamics / 4x round robins
Up and downstrokes
Over 30 new & custom cabinet IRsts
Compatibility
Kontakt Player 5.7 or higher
This library will run in the FREE Kontakt Player
Summary
I just used it for 10-15 minutes during the video I've made above, but I found it sounding really great. Guitar tones have always been difficult to sound like the real deal in the past. But these days these sample based instruments are almost indistinguishable from a real guitar player. And the build in mixer with effects where really great and extensive aswell. Nice job Impact Soundworks!
4. Evolution: Devastator Warzone
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Evolution: Devastator Warzone is a premium collection of hand-crafted custom Signature Sound effects, Bass and Braams, Signals and Signs, Drum Loops, Pulses, Guns and Racharges, One Shots, Cinematic loops and Artist Stems. The library has modern and aggressive character that can be hear in a lot of trending movies and TV series. The Evolution: Devastator series will definitely be a irreplaceable part for movie and game sound designs, as well as for composing trailers and soundtracks