Core Micro by Soundiron Kontakt instrument library interface

Core Micro: Kontakt Instrument Library by Soundiron

Core Micro is a Kontakt instrument library from Soundiron that bundles sampled strings, choirs, brass, winds, vocals, keys, percussion, ambiences and sound effects. It runs in the free Kontakt Player and supports Komplete Kontrol and NKS.

REQUIRESKontaktHost player sold separately

VST2AUAAXKontaktWindowsmacOS

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01Overview

Core Micro is a sample-based instrument collection built for the Kontakt Player. It covers a broad range of sound sources, from orchestral strings and choirs to solo vocals, tuned and untuned percussion, ambiences and sound effects. The library includes 2,629 stereo samples in 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless NCW format, along with two master instrument presets and 56 snapshots. It is aimed at producers and composers who want a wide palette of ready-made sounds for sketching ideas quickly.

Best for

Sketching orchestral ideas
Cinematic atmospheres
Choir and vocal pads
Video game sound effects
Percussion beds
Ambient soundscapes

Developer: Soundiron
Category: Kontakt Instruments
Requires: Kontakt
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Choirs, strings, brass, winds, solo vocals and keys in one library
Tuned and untuned percussion plus ambiences and SFX
2,629 stereo samples in locked 24-bit, 48 kHz NCW format
56 sound-designed snapshots and 2 master Kontakt instrument presets
Works in the free Kontakt Player (6.2.2+) and Kontakt
Compatible with Komplete Kontrol, S-Series keyboards and NKS
Accessible through the Kontakt Libraries browser and Native Access

03In depth

Sound Sources and Character

The library spans choirs, strings, brass, winds, solo vocals, keys, tuned and untuned percussion, ambiences and SFX. Samples are stored as stereo 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless NCW files, so the library keeps the recorded detail without the size penalty of uncompressed audio.

The bundled snapshots are sound-designed starting points, which makes it quick to move between textures while writing.

Kontakt Controls and Setup

Core Micro is built for Kontakt and works through the Kontakt "Libraries" browser and Native Access. It is supported by the free Kontakt Player in VST, AU and AAX formats, as well as Kontakt itself.

The library installs at about 4.8 GB, or roughly 9 GB uncompressed, so plan drive space accordingly. Kontakt 6.2.2 or higher is required, and the system requirements also recommend a dual core CPU, at least 3 GB of RAM, and an SSD or SATA drive for this library.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Soundiron
Type	Plugin
Category	Kontakt Instrument
Requires	Kontakt
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX, Kontakt
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Core Micro support?

Core Micro is available in VST2, AU, AAX and Kontakt formats, running on Windows and macOS.

What do I need to use Core Micro?

Core Micro requires Kontakt. It is made for the free Kontakt Player, which needs version 6.2.2 or higher, and it works with the Kontakt Libraries browser and Native Access.