Best-Service Qanun: (Crossgrade from Arabic Oud or Arabic E-Oud, Download)

Expand your oriental instrument collection with this authentic Qanun virtual instrument, specifically designed as a crossgrade for registered users of Arabic Oud or Arabic E-Oud. This sophisticated digital recreation captures the essence of one of the Middle East’s most iconic plucked string instruments, bringing centuries of musical tradition directly into your DAW production environment. Crafted by Syrian-born multi-instrumentalist Bassam Ayoub, whose extensive experience recording and performing oriental instruments ensures unparalleled authenticity in both sound and playability.

The Qanun virtual instrument delivers exceptional realism through 22 distinct articulations, multiple velocity layers, and up to 16 round robins that replicate the nuanced timbres of the traditional wooden psaltery. The integrated microtuning system provides access to the most essential oriental music tunings—Bayati, Rast, Saba, and Seka—each with Normal and Syriac Church variants, plus free keynote selection. This makes it an indispensable tool for professional Maqam artists and contemporary producers seeking to blend traditional Middle Eastern sounds with modern production styles including EDM, hip-hop, and pop music.

The intuitive Engine Player interface streamlines your workflow with intelligent keyswitch controls that distinguish between latch and hold modes for creating incredibly realistic performances. Latch keyswitches remain activated after release, while hold keyswitches deactivate when released, allowing seamless transitions between playing styles. Built-in MIDI sequences showcase the instrument’s full sonic potential, enabling music creators to explore the Qanun’s versatile range and integrate authentic oriental character into any contemporary production.

Key Features

• 22 Articulations capturing all major timbres of the traditional Qanun psaltery
• Multiple velocity layers with up to 16 round robins for authentic expression
• Integrated microtuning system featuring Bayati, Rast, Saba, and Seka tunings
• Keyswitch controls with latch and hold modes for realistic performance variations
• Engine Player interface optimized for intuitive DAW-based production workflow
• MIDI sequences demonstrating the instrument’s extensive playing possibilities
• Crossgrade pricing for existing Arabic Oud and Arabic E-Oud library owners
• Authentic oriental sound design suitable for traditional and modern music genres