Authentic Americana with a Rich, Melodic Drone
The Mountain Dulcimer is a beautifully sampled three-string wooden instrument, known for its soft, melodic drone (bourdon effect) and delicate strumming tones. Originally developed in the Appalachian region of North America by German, English, Irish, and Scottish immigrants, the Mountain Dulcimer shares characteristics with European stringed instruments—especially the German Scheitholt, its primary ancestor.
With a bright yet warm sound, the Mountain Dulcimer has been used across genres, from traditional folk to modern film scores. A well-known example of its contemporary use is Thomas Newman’s haunting compositions for the film American Beauty.
A Versatile Folk Instrument for Modern Music
Whether you're composing folk, cinematic, ambient, or experimental music, the Cinematique Instruments Mountain Dulcimer brings an authentic, organic texture to your productions. Its delicate resonance and natural drone create a rich, expressive sound that fits seamlessly into soundtracks, acoustic music, and beyond.
Perfect for:
✔ Film Scoring & Soundtracks
✔ Folk & Acoustic Music
✔ Ambient & Experimental Compositions
✔ Game Music & Sound Design
Key Features:
🎶 High-quality sampling of a traditional Mountain Dulcimer
🎶 Multiple playing styles & articulations, including:
- Finger-picked
- Played with Piano Hammer
- Played with Plectrum (Plec)
- Played with Mallets
🎶 Five presets for instant playability
🎶 Soft, shimmering strumming effects for added realism
🎶 Part of the Stringed 2022 GI series, offering extensive sound customization
Technical Specifications:
- Instrument Type: Sampled String Instrument
- Articulations: Finger-picked, Piano Hammer, Plectrum, Mallets
- Presets: 5 Custom Presets
- System Requirements:
- Requires FULL version of KONTAKT (not compatible with KONTAKT Player)
- Part of Stringed 2022 GI Series
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