Adjustable Sound Field

When samples were recorded, 3 different microphones were used with different positions to capture the spatial and reverb characteristics of Yangqin. Left-hand and right-hand playing were recorded separately to obtain the difference in tone, and three modes of Hand Exchange are provided to make the instrument play in a natural way.

Performances

11 performances were recorded, such as tremolo, vibrato and run-up/down. Vibrato was recorded in two velocities and can be controlled by MIDI CC. In addition, octave- and third-vibrato were recorded for a more realistic performance.

Realistic Expressions

Raindrop & Blade has real-recorded expressions that are freely controllable. With the control of MIDI CC, it can express tone changes like a real Yangqin performance.

Sampling Engine

A self-developed sampling engine with better sound quality, more powerful disk buffer streaming/sampling compression technology, and brand-new sound fusion technology.

Convolution reverb

At the beginning of the Chinese Traditional series development, we started to record the convolution reverb samples from spectacular places, famous natural and historical heritages in China. Thus you can simulate Raindrop & Blade being played at the Great Wall or Terracotta Army site.

Effect Rack

From the Heavier7Strings’ effect rack: Compressor, EQ, Chorus and Ping-Pong delay are included, allowing you to create more flexible sounds.

Pattern Library

A complete pattern library, allowing you to capture your works and ideas easily, with a rich preset of patterns that can be updated in the future. And you can create your own patterns by dragging MIDI clips inside.

Presets

Various presets from Chinese traditional to experimental, even to the edge.