Welcome to Play Series
Welcome to the Play Series online manual. Read this user guide and learn how to to get the most out of your Play Series instrument in Kontakt.
Welcome to Play Series, a collection of instruments putting outstanding sound quality in an easy to use package. Each instrument has a distinct sound and character, and comes with a comprehensive collection of carefully designed presets, allowing you to just play when inspiration strikes.
Play Series instruments aim to balance intuitive, performance-focused control with nuanced sound design. Macros offer quick access to the synth engine's main parameters, enabling you to effortlessly shape presets and customize your own sounds. If you wish to dive deeper into sound design, you will find powerful sound editing tools and custom effects chains that offer further control and inspiration. The included analog-style sequencer can produce chords, arpeggios, and melodic, rhythmical patterns. Ultimately, these tools aim to empower you in your own sound creation!
Note
Play Series instruments are powered by the same engine and comprises the same features. This user guide describes each feature using screenshots of different Play Series instruments as examples.
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