Tango
Discover the reimagined sound of these traditional instruments
Tango is a curated library built upon a foundational trio of bandoneon, violin, and double bass. While rooted in the history of the Rio de la Plata, this collection is designed for the modern producer. By blending raw, organic performances from seasoned session musicians with experimental sound design, we've created a toolkit tailored for cinematic scores, dramatic underscore, and contemporary textural production.
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Authentic Foundation
Expertly recorded by renowned tango musicians: Lisette Grosso (bandoneon), Nacho Gobbi (violin), Fermin Suarez (double bass).
Versatile Articulations
Sustains, Staccatos, Dynamic Sweeps, Percussive Body Hits, expressive Vibrato.
71 Curated Presets
7 categories: Cinematic, Drones, Experimental, Granular, Melodic Arps, Minimalist, Traditional.
Efficient Footprint
480MB installed size.
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About Tango
Tango is a genre defined by its distinct emotional depth, born in the late 1880s in the bustling ports of the Rio de la Plata. It is a style that carries the soul of Argentina and Uruguay, giving the region its unique musical identity and character.
For this instrument, we wanted to capture that raw, authentic spirit. We invited three exceptional professional musicians into the studio to record the foundational trio of the genre: the bandoneon, the violin, and the double bass.
However, our approach for this library goes beyond traditional arrangements. Once we captured the high-fidelity, organic performances of these instruments, we focused on sound design. We processed the source material to reveal hidden layers, creating a suite of modern, cinematic, and ambient presets. The result is a toolkit that maintains the DNA of the original instruments but transforms them into textures designed specifically for contemporary scoring, dramatic soundscapes, and experimental production.
Made for Raizes Player
Tango runs inside Raizes Player — a free, cross-platform host designed specifically for ZAK Sound instruments. Install it once, and every Raizes instrument is ready to play in your DAW as a VST3 or AU plugin.
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The Musicians
Lisette Grosso
BANDONEONAn accomplished bandoneonist and vocalist, member of Contramano Tango 4. Coordinates the bandoneon section at the Orquesta Escuela Municipal de Tango de La Falda. Latin Grammy and Gardel award nominations.
Nacho Gobbi
VIOLINOver 20 years of professional experience performing and recording alongside top-tier artists from Argentina and internationally. Master's degree from the Escola Superior de Musica de Catalunya (ESMUC).
Fermin Suarez
DOUBLE BASSDouble bassist, improviser, songwriter, and composer from Rosario, Argentina. His work spans jazz, tango, improvised music, and classical music.
System Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the Raizes Player?
Yes — Tango is a Raizes instrument and requires the free Raizes Player to run. Download Raizes Player once and all your Raizes instruments load inside it.
How do I install Tango after purchasing?
Open Raizes Player, sign in with your ZAK Sound account, and Tango will appear in your library ready to download — one click, no separate installer.
What kind of sounds does Tango include?
Tango includes 71 presets across 7 categories: Cinematic, Drones, Experimental, Granular, Melodic Arps, Minimalist, and Traditional. The sounds range from raw acoustic performances to heavily processed, cinematic textures.
Is it good for film and TV scoring?
Yes — Tango was designed with cinematic scoring in mind. The Cinematic and Drones categories in particular work well for dramatic underscore, trailers, and emotional cues.
Can I use it in commercial projects?
Yes. Your license covers all commercial use — music releases, film, TV, games, sync licensing, and more. You keep 100% of your music.
Is it compatible with my DAW?
Raizes works as VST3 (Windows & macOS) and AU (macOS) in all major DAWs including FL Studio, Ableton, Logic, Studio One, Reaper, Cubase, and Bitwig. AAX (Pro Tools) is not currently supported.
