Scanner Library

Layer and Process Unique Tape Recordings

Scanner: Library is a sample-based instrument developed by Soniccouture in collaboration with sound artist Robin Rimbaud, known as Scanner. It draws on recordings collected over 40 years, including police scanner audio, electronic improvisations, location recordings and analogue experiments. The library includes 401 original recordings and 200 presets, with over 100 designed by Robin Rimbaud.

Three identical modules provide envelope and filter controls, sample start randomisation and wow effects. Samples can be played in Pitched, Fixed or Backdrop mode, reversed or replaced with user recordings. A dedicated effects module adds delay and reverb for creating layered textures and soundscapes.

Features

• 401 original recordings by Robin Rimbaud

• 200 presets

• Three sample playback modules

• Envelope and filter controls for each module

• Wow effect and sample start randomisation

• Pitched, Fixed and Backdrop playback modes

• Reverse playback

• Custom sample import via drag and drop

• Integrated delay and reverb

• NKS compatibility

• 3.5 GB sample library

Requires KONTAKT 7 / 8 or KONTAKT 7/ 8 PLAYER version 7.10  or later  

This product requires the free Native Instruments Kontakt Player, the latest version can be downloaded through Native Access, Native Instrument’s download manager!

The minimum required Kontakt version for this product is stated in the product description or can be found on the manufacturers website.

System Requirements:

Mac:

• macOS 10.14 or higher
• 64 bit
• Intel Core i5 or Apple M1 (native)
• RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)

Windows:

• Windows 10 or higher
• 64 bit
• Intel Core i5 or similar CPU
• RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)

Supported Interfaces:

• Mac (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
• Windows (64-bit): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AAX

Legacy Versions:

If you require legacy installers of Kontakt Player please refer to this Knowledge Base Article.