An Overview
Recording these Carillon bells was a challenge, but one which we relished. These are real clock tower bells weighing up to half a ton on the biggest set, so it’s a very powerful sound which we captured in great detail. Once we had managed to get these large bells into the studio (with the help of some heavy lifting equipment) we set about recording them with two different mallet types.
We also captured a rubbed articulation, with a sustained rub around the outside of the bell, either the sound bow or the waist, depending on the size of the bell. Although the strong and stoic timbres here are perfect for dramatic hits, we also recorded plenty of softer strikes which can sound extremely melodic when you play at lower velocities.
With the onboard options for sound shaping and reversed articulations, our Carillon ended up being far more versatile than we had ever imagined.
Listen To Our Demos
This comprehensive bells collection comprises four libraries: Bowls, Carillon, Chime and Sleigh Bells 2. All recorded in our bespoke AMS studio, these varied instruments shine when played together, with a cohesive tone to create one of the most musical and magic collections that we’ve ever recorded.
Our talented demo writers took inspiration from these four libraries to compose some of their very best cues, really bringing out the versatility and vitality of these bells instruments.
Enjoy!
AMS

We recorded this collection with our new Aligned Microphone Setup, a bespoke and standardised microphone array we shorten to “AMS”.
The specially designed recording space is unique to Sonokinetic libraries. It has very low wall, ground and ceiling reflections and we’ve taken advantage of that by constructing a new design of microphone rig and setting up an array of 10 mics to capture instruments in precise detail.
These include cardioid, condenser and ribbon microphones. There’s also a binaural head in the centre of the array, which is perfect for those mixing surround and simulated 3D sound scores or producing audio for immersive video games.

The AMS Microphones

Small Diaphragm Condenser
High End open cardioid microphones with selected, matched capsules

Large Diaphragm Condenser
FET preamp with two large diaphragm cardioid matched condenser capsules

Ribbon Stereo
bi-directional ribbon microphone, with a symmetric figure-8 pickup pattern.

Dynamic Stereo
versatile, robust legendary cardioid open sounding microphones

Large Diaphragm Cardioid
Highly sensitive Premium Studio Condenser

Binaural Head
Stereophonic / Binaural microphone Omni directional matched pair

Large Diaphragm Omni
High sensitivity and extremely low self noise omnidirectional
Carillon Features
NKS Compatible

Mic Control

MIC Positions IR

Articulation Control

Performance Control

Standardized Grouping

Tail Length Control

KK & KP

Samples
6300+
Format
Komplete Kontrol
Patches
All-In-One
Audio Format
NCW 44.1KHz 24Bit
Instruments
Full Size Carillon
Microphones
7 Configurations
8Dio - Majestica
Scarbee - Classic EP-88s
Lo-Fi Glow
Native Instruments - Mallet Flux
Autumn Vibes
Orange Tree Samples – Evolution Rubber Bridge
Native Instruments - GEORGE DUKE SOUL TREASURES
CineSamples - Dulcimer and Zither
Hip Hop Instrumentals 2
Output Exhale
Queen of Hearts by KVYREN
Evolution Series - World Strings Guzheng
Vocal Slap House
Native Instruments – Luxury Hip Hop
Brazilian Bass
Heavyocity - Mosaic Pluck
Kiss The Sun: Tropical House
Universal Bass
Badsista
Orange Tree Samples - Evolution Rock Standard
Native Instruments - Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic 2
Straight Ahead Samples - Jazz Drums
Audiotent Binary
Audiobro - Scoring Textures
Output - Analog Strings
Fracture Sounds - Solo String Formations
Impact Soundworks - Riffage Metal
Sonora Cinematic - Atlas Flutes
Deep Jazz House Vocals
Native Instruments - Action Strings
Chaos Tones - Deviant Drums
Impact Soundworks – Shreddage 3 Legacy
Triple Spiral Audio - Dreamcatcher Celeste
James Harcourt – Twisted Tech House
CineSamples - Sew What
Native Instruments - Action Strikes








I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to use this instrument – definitely added a unique touch to my compositions!
I absolutely love the sound quality and range of instruments included in this collection, it adds a beautiful depth to my compositions. Would highly recommend!
Beautiful sounds, easy to use, great addition to my music projects.
Really impressed with the quality of the sound and the ease of use. Would definitely recommend to others looking for a unique instrument library.
Loved the beautiful sounds and ease of use, definitely a great addition to my music production arsenal!