Arkhis: Atmospheric Orchestral Instrument by Native Instruments

Arkhis gives you 90 sound sources that can be stacked with one another. Each source is a different orchestral or textural element, so you can build atmospheric pads, beds and cinematic textures by combining them rather than loading a single fixed patch.

Native Instruments states that the sources were recorded at the Teldex Scoring Stage in Berlin. Because the library is designed around stacking, the practical benefit is control over density and color: you can layer sources until the sound fits a scene, then strip layers back for quieter cues.

Arkhis suits composers and producers who want to underscore screen content quickly with a polished orchestral palette. The developer positions it for scoring projects across genres, and its focus on atmosphere makes it a fit for suspense, drama and fantasy cues.

The instrument requires Kontakt, so it works best for users already working inside that host. The download is about 12 GB, so plan storage space before installing.