The flagship Kontakt library franchise from STRING AUDIO
Crafted with meticulous care in Los Angeles by boutique sound design studio STRING AUDIO, the DARK MATTER BUNDLE represents the pinnacle of cinematic sound creation. Far more than a typical sample library, it’s an immersive, deeply customizable toolkit built to empower modern composers, sound designers, and producers with tools that spark inspiration with every click.
Whether you're scoring suspenseful thrillers, futuristic sci-fi, experimental films, or atmospheric video games, the DARK MATTER BUNDLE offers an unrivaled arsenal of tools for sculpting textures, drones, pulses, soundscapes, and evocative atmospheres that resonate with emotion and depth.
Driven by a deep understanding of the needs of professional composers, STRING AUDIO has become a trusted name in the industry. Their libraries have been featured in numerous high-profile film trailers, TV series, and video game soundtracks. Known for their unique sonic identity and high production standards, STRING AUDIO products are widely considered secret weapons among many top-tier Hollywood composers and music producers.
The DARK MATTER series is the culmination of that creative vision—offering power, flexibility, and character in one unified, performance-ready bundle.
What’s Inside the Bundle:
The DARK MATTER BUNDLE brings together all three volumes of the acclaimed DARK MATTER series—each featuring its own powerful engine—into one massive, versatile collection.
- Includes all 3 DARK MATTER Engines: Dark Matter Vol. 1, Vol. 2, and Vol. 3
- Over 40 GB of original sample content (compressed to ~26 GB with Kontakt’s lossless format)
- 6000+ pristine, professionally recorded samples
- 840+ expertly crafted and pre-programmed cinematic presets
Each of the three engines comes equipped with STRING AUDIO’s renowned convolution engine, loaded with some of our best and most unique Impulse Responses. This gives you immediate access to deep spatial sculpting and endless creative coloration options right out of the box.
Comprehensive Feature Overview of All 3 Engines
(Please note: specific features may vary between engines)
Main Engine
- Individual control per layer: Pitch, Volume, Pan, Solo, Mute, Effects Bypass, Layer Lock, ADSR, Boost, Cut, Pan & Amp LFO sends
- Shape, balance, and blend your sound layers with precision
Randomize Engine
- Our signature scripted Randomize button generates entirely new, usable patches instantly—perfect for fast workflows and unique results
Motion Engine
- Add dynamic rhythm and evolution with a built-in Arpeggiator and flexible Pan and Amp LFOs
Color Engine
- 6 separate Convolution Processors
- 379 custom-crafted Impulse Responses
- Advanced randomization for creative experimentation and organic variation
Effect Engine
- High-quality built-in effects: Skreamer, Lo-Fi, Tape Saturation, Replika Delay, Choral Chorus, and Distortion
- All effect parameters can be modulated via the Mod Wheel and randomized for evolving textures
Reamp Engine
- Add analog-style punch, grit, and warmth
- Independently boost low, mid, and high frequencies per layer for custom tonal shaping
Why DARK MATTER?
If you’re seeking a library that blends deep cinematic character with intuitive performance features and infinite sound design potential, the DARK MATTER BUNDLE is an essential addition to your toolkit. It’s a trusted favorite of industry professionals—and once you use it, you’ll understand why.
System Requirements
- Requires the FULL version of Kontakt 6.6.1 or above (NOT compatible with the free Kontakt Player)
- Works in VST, AU, AAX, and Standalone formats
- Compatible with the latest macOS and Windows versions
- For the most up-to-date system compatibility, please refer to the Native Instruments website