AMA I Shakers Bundle: Amazonian Shaker Instruments for Kontakt

The library covers a wide range of rattles, from seed-filled gourds and coconut shells to a rattle made from a fallen pod that dries in the sun. Sounds of the Earth describes the set as a collection of instruments never sampled before.

Each instrument was recorded with 3 to 5 microphones. A farther position gives a more ambient, soothing tone, while a closer microphone adds detail and definition. You can mix the positions to shape the balance between space and attack.

The interface is built for quick access during composing, with the instruments and microphone choices kept in one place. The developer positions the library for composers and producers who want organic, world-influenced percussion, and it suits epic or dramatic music that needs a natural, textural layer.

Because the instruments are recorded acoustically, the shakers work well as background textures and rhythmic accents alike.