SMACK 2: Claps, Snaps & Stomps – Body Percussion Kontakt Instrument

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SMACK 2: Claps, Snaps & Stomps is a Kontakt instrument from Big Fish Audio built from body percussion samples, including claps, snaps and stomps. It is a sequel to the original SMACK library.

REQUIRESKontaktHost player sold separately

KontaktWindowsmacOS64-bit

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01Overview

SMACK 2 is a sample set focused on body percussion, recorded by Big Fish Audio as a follow-up to the original SMACK. The library is built for Kontakt and includes claps, snaps, stomps and electronic percussion layers. Its samples were captured with close, stereo and room microphone positions, and with a range of clapping techniques and stomping surfaces. The instrument is aimed at producers who want organic rhythmic textures alongside their drum and percussion sounds.

Best for

Body percussion grooves
Hip-hop claps and snaps
Organic percussion layers
Cinematic stomps
Electronic percussion blends

Developer: Big Fish Audio
Category: Kontakt Instruments
Requires: Kontakt
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Over 12,000 samples across 83 total patches
38 articulations with access to each round-robin sample
11 round robins and up to seven velocity layers
Three mixable mic positions: close, stereo and room
Recordings captured in three room sizes
Eight effects applicable globally or per channel
43 effect presets included
Full Komplete Kontrol and Maschine integration

03In depth

Sound Design and Recording Approach

Big Fish Audio recorded all of the body percussion with three customizable microphone positions: close, stereo and room. The performances were captured in small, medium and large rooms, which adds variation in space and character.

The library includes 11 round robins and up to seven velocity layers, so repeated hits sound less mechanical. Sounds were recorded using a single person stomping on a guitar case with a tambourine on top, as well as a small group stomping on plastic packing materials.

A separate set of electronic toms, kicks, snaps, claps and other percussion is included. The developer notes these blend with the acoustic samples as well as working on their own.

Workflow, Controls and Effects

SMACK 2 offers more than 80 patches, with 38 articulations giving direct access to each round-robin sample across the keyboard. The interface is designed to be as simple as the original SMACK while offering more control.

Eight effects can be applied globally or per channel, and the library includes 43 effect presets to start from. The library integrates with Komplete Kontrol and Maschine, so NKS-compatible hardware controls can be used to manipulate the instrument.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Big Fish Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	Kontakt Instrument
Requires	Kontakt
Formats	Kontakt
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use SMACK 2?

SMACK 2 requires Kontakt. The developer notes it is compatible with both the full version of Kontakt 6 and the free Kontakt Player. Kontakt 6 Player or Kontakt 6 (version 6.7.1) is listed as required.

Which operating systems and formats does SMACK 2 support?

SMACK 2 is available in Kontakt format for Windows (7 or higher, 32 or 64-bit) and macOS (10.13 or higher, 64-bit only). The library requires approximately 3.2 GB of disk space once installed.

Can I control SMACK 2 with a hardware controller?

Yes. SMACK 2 is designed for integration with Komplete Kontrol and Maschine, and it can be manipulated using the controls of all NKS-compatible hardware.