Blonde Claves
Authentic blonde claves from Havana, Cuba, featuring a bright, resonant tone that cuts through any mix. Recorded with four velocity layers for natural, expressive playback. No effects, no processing—just pure Cuban percussion sound.
Experience the bright, resonant tone of authentic blonde claves from Havana, Cuba. Unlike traditional darker woods, these claves deliver exceptional clarity and cut, making them perfect for any musical context where you need that distinctive Cuban percussion sound.
Recorded during a personal trip to Havana, these claves represent one of several unique sets I've collected over the years, each with its own character. The Blonde Claves sample library captures the instrument's natural brilliance with four crossfaded velocity layers, providing dynamic, expressive playback that responds naturally to your performance.
No effects, no processing—just the pure, organic sound of Cuban claves recorded with care and authenticity. Whether you're producing traditional son, modern salsa, Latin jazz, or any genre that needs authentic Cuban percussion, Blonde Claves delivers the clarity and warmth that typical clave libraries lack.
Perfect for composers, producers, and musicians seeking genuine Cuban percussion with exceptional tonal quality.
You can hear a demo here: https://hearthis.at/jongriffin/kiriba-vst/