Raindrop & Blade is a virtual instrument by Three-Body Technology that brings the authentic sound of the traditional Chinese Yangqin directly to your studio. Designed to capture not only the instrument's sound but also the atmosphere of ancient China, it allows you to experience the beauty and mystery of this unique instrument without relying on books or TV shows.

This instrument features a sophisticated proprietary sampling engine that ensures high-quality sound reproduction. With effects from H7S and MIDI patterns created by professional Chinese Yangqin musicians, it makes crafting rain-like sounds with intense emotional depth effortless.

Key Features:

• Adjustable Sound Field: Samples were recorded using three different microphones placed at various positions to capture the spatial and reverberation characteristics of the Yangqin. Left and right hand performances were recorded separately to achieve tonal differences, with three hand exchange modes available for natural playing.
• Performance Techniques: Includes 11 performance articulations such as tremolo, vibrato, and runs up/down. Vibrato was recorded at two speeds and can be controlled via MIDI CC. Octave and third vibratos were also recorded for realistic expression.
• Realistic Expressions: Truly recorded expressions are freely controllable, allowing you to express tonal changes like a real Yangqin performance using MIDI CC control.
• Sampling Engine: Proprietary engine with enhanced sound quality, stronger buffer for streaming/sample compression, and new sound fusion technology.
• Conceptual Reverb: Includes convolution reverbs from impressive locations and famous Chinese natural and historical sites.
• Effect Rack: Compressor, EQ, Chorus, and Ping-Pong Delay to shape the Yangqin sound to your liking.
• Pattern Library: Provides a pattern library to easily realize your compositions and ideas. You can also create your own patterns by dragging MIDI clips.
• Presets: Various presets ranging from traditional Chinese music to experimental and avant-garde styles.

Raindrop & Blade is the perfect tool for musicians seeking to incorporate the authentic sound of the traditional Chinese Yangqin into their projects, allowing them to experience the beauty and mystery of ancient China right in their studio.