![]() This library presents a nice contrast to other full scale orchestral string collections. That said, being as visually challenged as I am, I do wish things were slightly larger. I appreciate this visual consistency across instruments, as opposed to creating arbitrary interface changes and gratuitous graphics. Although at first glance it seems a little awkward to use, it quickly becomes clear and its functionality and usefulness apparent.įor those familiar with other Spitfire libraries, the interface, in general, will seem familiar. The Ostinatum section allows for programmable arpeggiation. Notable is the “Tense Long” patch, which creates evolving colors that unfold slowly and is particularly satisfying. There are several usable techniques that are perfect for creating ethereal textures and subtle timbral shifts. But the FX section under extended techniques is what stands out for me. It is nice they chose to include Sul G and Sul C for violin and viola/cello respectively. Both measured and unmeasured tremolos are available as well. Trills include Major 2nd, Minor 2nd, Minor 3rd and Perfect 4ths. The myriad articulations (244) include standard legato, long, short, trill and tremolo techniques along with several muted versions (con sord.) which sound particularly sweet. Samples can be purged if not being used to save RAM and CPU. Placed next to the standard close mics but using a rarefied selection of vintage ribbon mics to add a warm and rounded tone. A true representation of Air-Studios’ amazing ambience. Three mics at the very furthest point from the band way up in the gallery. These are totally different mics in a totally different position to the tree (closer to ground level) and have a more direct and immediate sound than the tree. The effect of this mic is somewhere between the tree and ambient mics. These give a similar balance of room and band but with a broader stereo spread. Great mixed in with the other mics but also ideal fed to your Ls & Rs speaker sends for true surround information Professional Version – Extended Mic Positions and TypesĪ set of vintage mics placed wide apart to the left and right of the tree. ![]() This mic position gives a massive amount of stereo spread and room sound over the band. These are placed to give the ultimate sound of the band, the hall and are the default mic position that loads in with each patch.Ī set of condenser mics placed high up in the gallery away from the band. In the case of Sable three priceless vintage Neumann M50s. This refers to the “Decca” tree of three mics placed above the conductors podium. This mic control is great to add in for added definition and at times a bit of “rounding of sound”, in isolation it can be a way of achieving a more intimate or pop-music style sound. A selection of valve mics placed for optimum focus close to the instruments.
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