System Requirements
- Compatable software sampler: Native Instruments Kontakt Full version version 4 or greater
- Note that legacy mappings are also provided for Battery, EXS24/Logic, and older versions of Kontakt.
- NOTE: There is a 15 minute time restriction imposed by Kontakt Player. There is no restriction when using the full version of Kontakt.
- Hard drive with 150MB GB of available space
- 2GB RAM
- 1GHz processor
- Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS X 10.2 or higher
If you like the sound of Big Mono but need more control over the sound check out Big Mono Redux (Kontakt Edition).
Big Mono (Free)
Big Mono is a roomy rendition of a '70s vintage Ludwig kit with a Rogers Dynasonic snare, classic Zildjians, and a Sabian ride for good luck. Recorded in mono using Decca-tree mic configuration, this kit sounds organic, retro and spacious. It's versatile and ready to go.
Tracked through a vintage Neve console, and as usual onto a nice thick roll of tape.
References: Retro, roomy, vintage, rock, indy, 60s, 70s, 50s, organic
Listen:
Download the MIDI files: Dynamics Excursion.mid Just Quickly.mid
Library package contents
- Kontakt instrument files with multi-out and stereo versions
- EXS24 and Battery instrument files (AD legacy mapping)
- 254 sample .wav files in unencrypted 24bit, 44.1khz format
- Reference manual (PDF)
- Total package size: 142MB Zip file
Also check out more free Big Mono mappings on the Community Maps and Mods page.
Kontakt instrument features
Multi-sampling: up to 48 velocity layers (see specific number of velocity layers under Sampling details below).
Instrument interface: with volume and tuning controls.
MIDI Layout: switchable between Keyboard/GM and eKit/V-Drum layout.
Flexible output routing: "multi" mapping provided for flexible routing to your DAW
Sensitivity control: increase the sensitivity of the kit for more intricate and subtle performances or leave it set to full dynamic range for more agressive tracks.
Compression: limit dynamics when using stereo mode.
Sampling details
Kick
Model: 1970s Ludwig maple
Dimensions: 22" x 16"
Treatment: ported resonant head, minimal dampening, traditional felt beater.
Articulations: center hits
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Kick | Felt beater | x12 |
Snare
Model: 1970s Rogers Dynasonic maple
Dimensions: 14" x 5"
Treatment: medium tension, minimal dampening
Multisampling:
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Snare | Center Hits | x48* |
| Cross Stick | x8 |
* legacy mappings have less velocity layers and sepearate keys for left/right/dynamic and hard hits.
Toms
Model: 1970s Ludwig maple
Dimensions: 13", 16"
Treatment: medium tension, open
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Tom 1 | Center hits | x32* |
| Tom 2 | Center hits | x32* |
* legacy mappings have 16 velocity layers and sepearate keys for left/right hand hits.
Hihats
Model: Zildjian Advedis Mastersound
Dimensions: 13"
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Hihat | Closed | x32 |
| Loose | x16 | |
| Open | x16 | |
| Pedal | x10 |
Crashes
Model: Zildjian K Crash, Zildjian K Dark Crash
Dimensions: 16", 17"
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Crash 1 | Edge | x8 |
| Crash 2 | Edge | x8 |
Ride
Model: Sabian HHX Evolution
Dimensions: 20"
| Instrument | Articulation | Velocity layers |
|---|---|---|
| Ride | Bow | x16 |
| Bell | x16 |
