Membranophone · Drum Pair · Sudan
The Daluka is a small goblet-shaped drum traditionally made from fired clay, with animal skin stretched across its opening. Used in Sufi ceremonies, wedding celebrations, and community gatherings across eastern and central Sudan. Its sound ranges from a deep bass tone to sharp slaps and finger-edge strikes. The plugin captures multiple playing positions and articulations, giving producers the full rhythmic vocabulary of this essential drum.
Rhythm · Drum Pair · Groove
الدلوكة طبلة صغيرة على شكل كأس، تُصنع تقليديًا من الطين المحروق، ويُغطى فتحتها بجلد حيواني. تُستخدم في الطقوس الصوفية، وحفلات الزفاف، والتجمعات المجتمعية في شرق ووسط السودان. يتراوح صوتها بين نغمة جهورية عميقة وضربات حادة على أطراف الأصابع. يُتيح البرنامج المساعد إمكانية تسجيل أوضاع العزف المختلفة وأساليب الأداء المتنوعة، مما يمنح المنتجين القدرة على استخدام جميع الإيقاعات المتاحة لهذه الطبلة الأساسية.
The following audio loops were recorded on the Daloka and are available as free WAV downloads. Drag them directly into any DAW — no Kontakt required.
Loop Sample 1
Loop Sample 2
Loop Sample 3
Sound Archive — SSLH
FREE DOWNLOAD · .NKI FORMAT · KONTAKT 5+
The following videos feature the Daloka in traditional Sudanese musical contexts — live performances, instructional recordings, and ensemble settings. Replace each placeholder URL with your chosen YouTube links.
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Download the .zip file and extract it. Keep the .nki file and its Samples folder together — do not separate them. Store in your Kontakt libraries folder.
Open Kontakt (full version, v5 or later). Drag the .nki file into the Kontakt rack, or use the Files browser. If prompted about activation, choose Load in Demo Mode — the plugin works fully.
Use a MIDI keyboard, pad controller, or your DAW’s piano roll. Articulations and drum hits are mapped across the keyboard. Apply reverb, EQ, and compression in your DAW for the best mix result.
For full installation instructions and tips, visit the Sound Archive main page.