Cyprus One Shots
Traditional and Unique Cypriot Instruments - dive into the diverse and rich sounds of Cyprus with this One-Shot Pack, featuring an eclectic collection of melodic and percussive instruments, each steeped in cultural significance and innovation. Perfectly recorded to highlight their unique tonal qualities, this pack brings an authentic Mediterranean vibe to your projects.
- Bouzouki: The resonant tones of the long-necked plucked lute, with its deep, rich timbre and bright melodic textures, perfect for traditional and modern compositions.
- Rockenspiel: A lithophone-style instrument inspired by Aphrodite’s Rock, offering earthy, resonant stone tones spanning one octave, ideal for experimental and atmospheric soundscapes.
- Bendir: The dynamic Moroccan-style frame drum with deep bass tones and a buzzing snare, providing both rhythm and celebratory energy.
- Darbuka: The vibrant goblet-shaped drum, delivering crisp, intricate hand-played rhythms that range from soft accents to powerful beats.
- Santuri: The dulcimer with rich, shimmering metallic textures, struck with hammers to create lush, harmonic layers.
Perfect for musicians, sound designers, and ethnomusicologists, this pack provides a versatile palette of sounds to create cinematic soundscapes, intricate rhythms, or authentic Mediterranean melodies.
Pack content
| Bouzouki | 21 - Files |
| Rockenspiel | 9 - Files |
| Bendir | 4 - Files |
| Darbuka | 5 - Files |
| Santuri | 8 - Files |
Audio previews
File details
| Tracks | 47 |
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| File size | 37.99 MB |
£12.99GBP
Sampling the Instruments of Cyprus: A Cultural Connection
At Global Sound Movement (GSM), every instrument we record is key to a deeper understanding of its culture. In Cyprus, this connection was incredibly profound as we encountered and sampled instruments central to the island's rich musical heritage.
With its deep tonal depth and shimmering octave strings, the bouzouki became an immediate favorite, offering melodies that felt both ancient and timeless. The santouri, a hammered dulcimer, enchanted us with its cascading, melodic resonance, weaving an intricate texture into the island’s traditional music. And then there were the davul, darbuka, and bendir a trio of percussion instruments whose rhythms brought an undeniable energy and life to Cyprus’s iconic folk dances.
Through careful recording and sampling, we’ve preserved the unique timbres of these instruments, making them accessible to musicians and creators worldwide. They now stand as a bridge between the vibrant traditions of Cyprus and the limitless possibilities of global innovation.
Experience these sounds for yourself and join GSM in celebrating the timeless music of Cyprus.
