GEN lllllllllllll KOTO

The deal

$41.50 at Plugin Boutique (down from $69.00). The sale runs through November 30, 2026.

What it is

GEN lllllllllllll KOTO is a sample-based virtual instrument modeled on the Japanese koto, a traditional zither. It includes both 13 and 17 string models you can switch between, and it captures the plucked, resonant character of the real instrument.

Who it's for

Composers and producers working on film, game, ambient, or lo-fi music who want an authentic Japanese string texture. It also suits anyone building cinematic or world-music arrangements.

Key features

• Switch between 13 and 17 string Koto models
• Extensive keyswitching on C1-A1 covers articulations like tsume sustain, finger picking, staccato, mutes, tremolo, vibrato, and bends
• A HUMANIZE function adds realistic variation to playback
• It runs on macOS and Windows in VST3, AU, and AAX formats