MOTU Ethno is a virtual instrument that specializes in emulating world music instruments.  It was easy enough to install as I had it up only within a few minutes.  I've never had any compatibility problems as I use this virtual instrument with Digital Performer which is also made by MOTU.  The interface of the software is somewhat complex when compared to some other virtual instruments only because there are so many different possibilities.  It has all sorts of presets that can be altered in tone as well as all sorts of effects and tone parameters.  The manual for MOTU Ethno is pretty thorough and should be kept around when trying to learn all of the ins and outs of this software.


SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

I've never had any issues running this software as it has always run pretty smoothly with my configuration.  I'm currently running this software on a Mac Book Pro that has a 2.2 Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo processor and 4 GB of RAM and I can safely say that I've never had any problems with this virtual instrument.  This isn't a virtual instrument that I use everyday but only when I feel that it is necessary and will add something and I don't really use too many of them at a time.  While it has run well for me, it really all depends on your computer and how many of these you'd like to run at once.


OVERALL OPINION

Overall, MOTU Ethno is a pretty awesome virtual instrument because it is capable of getting so many different types of sounds.  It contains emulations of world music instruments of all types including instruments from India, China, and all over the world.  It contains a 4 GB library in all and really has just about any world instrument that you can think of.  If you find yourself wanting to add unique world instruments to your pieces, MOTU Ethno is a great investment as it isn't all that expensive and gives you a lot of bang for your buck.