Keepforest · Kontakt Instrument
Watchkeeper
Modern Countdown Percussion
Percussion and clockwork — rhythmic and mechanical sound design for every genre, straight out of the box.
700+Kontakt patches
3,100+Rhythm presets
6,100Mastered WAV files
40 GBUncompressed
+And more
Designed●Raw●Clockwork●Percussion●Multipatches●Snapshots●Loops●One-shots●Stems●FX Chains●& more
32 round robinsUser sample import + MIDI export7-slot FX rack
Watchkeeper is Keepforest’s most comprehensive library of percussion and clockwork samples — an engine with a wide range of functions for creating astonishing rhythmic patterns quickly and easily, for all genres.
The goal: a modern set of sound design tools right out of the box, with no third-party plugins and a clutter-free interface. Its collection of sounds and rhythm patterns eliminates the need to hunt for rhythm loops or percussive one-shots anywhere else.
Inside the Instrument
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01 / 07The MAIN page — layering and playback control.
02 / 07The RHYTHM page — sequencer with probability options.
03 / 07The EFFECTS page — 7-slot FX rack and chains.
04 / 07DESIGNED patches — perfectly crafted, ready to play.
05 / 07RAW patches — original recordings for your own design.
06 / 07Multipatch presets — full stem composition generators.
07 / 07The WAV folder — 6,100 mastered audio files.
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Loops and created patches carry up to 32 round robins, capturing the subtle variations of real-world performances, and a custom algorithm generates an endless variety of new rhythms in epic, hybrid, organic and modern styles. User sample import instantly locks any sound to the rhythmic grid, and MIDI export and import works in two clicks with any DAW.
At a Glance
- 700+ Kontakt patches DESIGNED ready-mades plus RAW original recordings
- 300+ multi-patches full stem composition generators, 170+ sound design patches
- 3,100+ rhythm presets plus 2,000+ snapshots and 2,000+ tones
- 240+ FX chains transform any sound with chains and playback styles
- 1,300+ loops, 800+ one-shots mastered, drag-and-drop ready; 2,000+ stem loops
- 40 GB uncompressed 6,100 mastered WAV files, clearly organized
Content & Detail
01For Media Composersnumbers▾
Kontakt
Patches (Designed + Raw)700+
Multi-patches300+
Sound design patches170+
Snapshots2,000+
Tones2,000+
Rhythms & Audio
Custom rhythm presets3,100+
FX chains240+
Loops1,300+
One-shots800+
Stem loops2,000+
Stem folders170
Mastered WAV files6,100
02For Sound Designersengine tools▾
User sample importLoad any sound and lock it to the rhythmic grid, or slice it for granular design
MIDI export & importTwo clicks to move rhythms and sequences to any DAW
Layering systemPowerful yet CPU-friendly, with multiple loop playback modes
Sequencer & probabilityGenerate new ideas and experiment with unique sound instantly
03Specificationsengine▾
Sound sourcesClock sounds, watches and mechanical elements — meticulously recorded and curated
SequencerRandomize and fine-tune every parameter; an infinite number of unique patterns
KSP moduleControl of crucial engine parameters for multipatch variations
FXIndividual FX presets, 240+ chains, dynamic filter section, 7-slot FX rack
MIDILarge collection of MIDI with exports
Transform your tracks with fresh tones, rhythmic patterns and the intricate details of time. Whether you are a professional or a hobbyist, Watchkeeper is built to get you there.
