The koto is a traditional Japanese 13-stringed musical instrument that resembles a horizontal harp. Think of the sound you’d expect to hear when geishas are entertaining samurai in an ancient castle.
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Native Instruments has announced Scene: Lotus, which they describe as a compact and inspiring cinematic instrument that unfolds Japanese-inspired soundscapes and blends cinematic textures with a ...