Sample the Spirit of Asia

The Xiao Freebie from Strezov Sampling is your gateway to the full JADE Ethnic Orchestra, offering a limited version of the Xiao instrument. Warm, breathy, evocative — designed for Kontakt Player v7.0.11 or higher — this free instrument brings traditional Chinese flavor into your compositions without demanding a big budget.

Powered by Native Instruments’ Kontakt Player, the freebie version includes about 700 MB of content (≈350 MB compressed, 350 MB unpacked), and requires at least 2 GB of RAM. It works seamlessly through Native Access, making setup quick and reliable.

Musically, the Xiao’s tone sits beautifully between airy and grounded. Its melodic lines carry ancient landscapes — bamboo forests, misty mountains, rivers at dawn. Every note has presence without overwhelming other parts of your track. The package includes short and expressive flute-type articulations, smooth transitions, and fine mic positions for a natural stereo feel.

For producers aiming at world-music, soundtrack work, ambient or cinematic layers, the Xiao Freebie adds a distinct voice. Use it alone or layered with pads, strings or subtle percussion to build atmosphere. Reverb helps — choose something with warmth. Automate dynamic swells to let the instrument bloom. Because it’s part of the full JADE library, all of its sounds are mixed to the same tonal standards, giving you consistency if you upgrade later.

Download link: JADE Ethnic Orchestra Xiao Freebie — free instrument via Native Access.

Official site: Strezov Sampling — where you’ll find the full JADE Ethnic Orchestra and other ethnic/solo instrument libraries.