Checking Out: Evolution 10 String Stick by Orange Tree Samples
Orange Tree Samples capture a Stick recreating this virtuoso instrument for users to exceed the limitations of the 10-string marvel thanks to the cleaver and customizable Evolution engine. The unique sound of the Chapman Stick comes through in pristine detail, but thanks to tone and setup controls, Evolution 10 String Stick transcends its traditional guitar/bass […]
Deep Dive: Watchkeeper by Keepforest
So much more than just a rhythmic instrument with cool clock-inspired samples this instrument allows you to quickly create complex rhythms, grooves, and pulses. The sound design engine is worth the cost of admission alone, breathing new life in all those samples you already have on your hard drive. Watchkeeper is a BEAST! Jump to […]
Review: Albion Colossus (Standard Instruments) by Spitfire Audio
Spitfire Audio bring out the big guns with their latest Albion release, Colossus. It features two contrasting orchestras, energetic drums, heavy guitars, powerful synths and also includes new features designed to make scoring both more exciting and intuitive. Colossus does indeed go massive, but it also goes surprisingly light too. Jump to the Videos of […]
Review: Solo Winds Untamed by Westwood Instruments
Westwood Instruments complete their innovative performance-based trilogy with Solo Winds Untamed. The five very different-sounding solo instruments take us from whispering beauty to powerful fury with everything in between. Inspirational surprises abound on each key and every velocity – you might never quite think of woodwinds the same way again. Jump to the Videos of […]
First Look: SAGA 2 Organic Alien Percussion by Red Room Audio
Red Room Audio takes us to a galaxy far, far away with this collection of Out-of-this-world percussion and sound effects. The follow-up to Red Room Audio’s hit SAGA Acoustic Trailer Percussion is a sound design percussion spectacular. Jump to the Videos of SAGA 2 by Red Room Audio Jump to the Demos of SAGA 2 […]
Checking Out: Pēteris Vasks’ Strings by Orchestral Tools
Pēteris Vasks’ Strings is stunning. With an incredible tone, 6 mic positions, both ensemble and solo instruments, and both standard and special “gestures” articulations inspired by the work of Pēteris Vasks, Pēteris Vasks’ Strings is an incredibly realistic and beautiful accomplishment. Jump to the Videos of Pēteris Vasks’ Strings by Orchestral Tools Jump to the […]
Checking Out: Restrung Vol. 1 by Fallout Music Group
If you are looking for VERY raw and unpolished performances for the violin, viola, and cello, this might be for you. Restrung Vol. 1 is a raw and gritty collection of solo string instruments playing short notes and marcatos. Jump to the Videos of Restrung Vol. 1 by Fallout Music Group Jump to the Demos […]
Review: Serum Nova I & II by The Unfinished
The Unfinished harnesses the powerful, digital sound of Serum with his latest energetic and evocative collection of presets. Spread across two volumes, Nova takes us on a wild ride to a cyberpunk city full of both futuristic neon shine and gritty dystopian violence. Jump to the Videos of Serum Nova I & II by The […]
Checking Out: Strands by Void & Vista
Beautifully designed and unique, Void and Vista present their first instrument, Strands, an NKS-ready sound design powerhouse. Jump to the Videos of Strands by Void & Vista Jump to the Demos of Strands by Void & Vista Checking Out: Strands by Void & Vista Strands is a cinematic sound design library which combines […]
First Look: VOCAL AI by Sample Logic
This might just be my favorite in Sample Logics’ “Animated Intelligence” series. It starts with a massive collection of voice samples being animated through the engine the output is so inspiring! Jump to the Videos of VOCAL AI by Sample Logic Jump to the Demos of VOCAL AI by Sample Logic First Look: VOCAL […]
