Native Instruments has officially unveiled Odes, the third chapter in its acclaimed Evolution series, following the beloved Lores and Fables libraries. Designed to add tension, emotion, and movement to film, TV, and game scores, Odes offers composers a rhythmic and expressive toolkit built for narrative-driven sound design.
A World of Sound in Motion
At its core, Odes is a cinematic rhythm instrument that merges diverse world instruments into a cohesive, evolving soundscape. From the sharp tones of Mongolian horse fiddles to the ethereal resonance of tenor recorders, users can combine up to three instruments per patch, each with its own looping rhythm or one-shot articulation. The result is a living texture that evolves in real-time, ideal for adding depth and drama to visual storytelling.
Key Features
- Eclectic Ensemble of Instruments: Blend horse fiddle, nyckelharpa, kamanche, and other rare instruments into one richly layered sonic palette.
- Three-Layer Articulation Engine: Stack up to three articulations per instrument for intricate rhythmic interplay and motion-based performances.
- Professional Ambience Control: Add cinematic depth through convolution reverb and adjustable mic mixing.
- Polyphonic Aftertouch: Refine your sound with nuanced control over volume, filters, pitch, and modulation directly from the keyboard.
Complete the Evolution Trilogy
Odes completes the Lores–Fables–Odes trilogy, a series that captures the evolution of narrative scoring within the Native Instruments ecosystem.
- Lores focuses on organic, evolving textures built from rare instruments.
- Fables delivers ensemble-based cinematic layers for hybrid compositions.
- Odes unites these concepts through rhythm and motion, emphasizing dynamic emotional expression.
Pricing and Availability
Native Instruments Odes is available now for $199 USD MSRP, with an introductory price of $149 through October 30, 2025. It can also be purchased as part of the Lores, Fables, and Odes bundle.
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