Hammer-On

Hammer-On is a Kontakt instrument built entirely around the hammer-on articulation, meticulously multisampled from a cleanly recorded Stratocaster. Rather than chasing authentic rock tones, it leans into cinematic and video game scoring, offering 13 unique patches that range from soft and sweet to creepy and tense. Higher registers can even evoke an ethnic timbre reminiscent of a dulcimer. Each patch is crafted from individual multisamples rather than loops, giving the instrument a distinctive character rarely showcased elsewhere. The interface provides EQ (bass, mid, high), a large hall convolution reverb, and an attack control, all of which can dramatically reshape each patch’s vibe. It suits composers and producers seeking unusual electric guitar textures for ambient, suspenseful, or action-oriented cues. Requires the full version of Kontakt.