FXpansion Japanese Taiko Percussion - Manual (Page 26)

I always felt the taiko was one of the most important instruments missing from professional sound
libraries. That’s because there is really nothing to match the taiko in terms of power and intensity.
During our recording sessions for this library, time and again I was blown away by the dynamics of the
sound. It was an incredibly long and tedious process to delve into the intricacies of the taiko, map out
how to capture its richness, and, finally, pare down and edit the massive amounts of recordings. But
upon hearing the final result, I feel it was well worth the effort. More than anything, I’m thrilled to
offer this sound at last to musicians and producers around the world.
As satisfied as I am with the completion of JTP, it has made me realize I’m just at the start of a
long journey. The list is long of Japanese and Asian instruments I think should be brought to light and
used more frequently in all kinds of music. Though my background is in electro music, I’m a
born-and-bred Japanese musician — sometimes I feel like my DNA is fully intertwined with Japanese
traditional music, which itself is born out of a centuries-old culture. I want people around the world to
hear and become familiar with all these sounds, not on an intellectual plane but on as visceral a level as
possible. Thus, allowing people to experience the real instruments was our foremost objective for this
library.
Please keep tuned, as we, at SONICA, bring you more professionally crafted instrument libraries
in the future.
Tomzuin H
Tomzuin H’s early love for analog synthesizers has transported him to many far-flung
places as a composer, arranger, keyboardist, synth programmer, and music producer. One
of the highlights from his long career in sampling and sound programming was planning,
producing, and programming the renowned FUEL series of sampling CD-ROMs from
iNiS Corp.
While maintaining his deep interest in electronic instrument development and
consulting, Tomzuin H finally got in touch with his artistic side and launched a solo
career — as the lowercased tomzuin h — with his debut album bird people in 2004. He
has dubbed his sound “ecstatic electro,” which neatly describes his musical mix of
sensuality, cynicism, and humanity. His regular gigs in Tokyo are distinguished by their
impact and improvisational character.
Tomzuin H has worked with many musicians and artists in Japan, including Hoppy
Kamiyama, Ayano Ohki, Mikami Chisato, Nirgilis, Coil, Hajime Chitose, Fayray, Yoko
Toriyabe, Leah Dizon, Alchemist, and Rica Tomorl. But whether performing as a live
supporting musician or appearing as a guest musician on recordings, Tomzuin H's
distinctive sound can always be heard.
www.sonicarecords.net
www.myspace.com/tomzuinh
From the Producer