Native Instruments release Session Percussionist

Native Instruments have released Session Percussionist.  This percussion library is available now for $99. It runs in both the free Kontakt 7 Player and the full version of Kontakt 7.7 and higher.  More details from NI below.

From simple solo beats to intricate ensembles, Session Percussionist delivers a versatile collection of drum patterns, rolls, and one-shots within an intuitive engine. Browse over 2000 rhythmic patterns performed by renowned session musicians, then tailor them to your tracks with flexible editing features to dial in everything from African drum grooves and Latin polyrhythms to claps and snaps for your next pop hit.

Packed with a selection of shakers, tambourines, congas, cajons, and more, choose from 58 meticulously sampled instruments, each with multiple mix variations.

Simply enter your desired rhythm and Session Percussionist’s brand-new engine will search for loops and patterns that closely fit your productions. Audition pattern suggestions with ease, then drag-and-drop them into one of five interchangeable slots to quickly create your own arrangements. Customize patterns manually or using the built-in step sequencer to add and delete notes, change velocity and articulations, insert flams, and more.

Please visit Native Instruments for more information.