Review: Traveling Pianos by Kirk Hunter Studios
Featuring the gentle sound of a sampled Yamaha C5 and a more metallic tone of the Yamaha C7, Traveling Pianos lets you sculpt your own creative sound thanks to the Layer options. Those producing pop or cinematic music will get a lot out of this instrument although the library may fall short for those creating […]
Best FREE VSTs Instruments, Plugins & Samples for April 2021 – The Download Show
top pick This episode of The Download Show is sponsored by Orchestral Tools. Orchestral Tools has announced Tallinn—Baltic Voices & Strings. Tallinn’s distinctive character captures the unique music culture, bridging a thousand years from the ancient to the contemporary. Recorded at Niguliste (St. Nicholas’ Church) the library will feature vocal instruments captured from the Grammy Award-winning […]
Checking Out: Synchron Elite Strings by Vienna Symphonic Library
top pickVienna Symphonic Library goes BIG with these Small String Ensembles! With a top-notch sample set, a wealth of articulations, and the ability to adapt and sculpt your sound, these strings will be incredible for blending but I will be using them to stand alone on their own. Jump to the Videos of Synchron Elite Strings […]
Review: Tyrolean Harp by WeyrerTon
Tyrolean Harp is the brand new sample library developed by WeyrerTon. It features a harp made by Peter Petutschnig, a modern version of the Tyrolean folk harps, an instrument existing only within the alpine region, and played by Christine Gundolf. It sounds warmer than the orchestral harps. This library has three different mic positions and […]
Review: Studio Quartet Series by 8Dio
Over the last year, 8Dio have been releasing each instrument of the quartet as singular solo instrument. With the recent release of their solo bass, the quartet is now complete and promises to be one of the most deeply sampled and playable solo string libraries on the market. With so many options of excellent solo […]
First Look: Quadra – Muted and Harmonics by UVI
Quadra is a massive instrument full of inspiration! The 100+ carefully crafted presets is what will gain most composers’ attention, but what surprised me was the pristine audio quality and ability to play the 150+ instruments individually or as layered creations. Jump to the Videos of Quadra – Muted and Harmonics by UVI Jump to […]
Best FREE VSTs Instruments, Plugins & Samples for March 2021 – The Download Show
top pick This episode of The Download Show is sponsored by our friends at Cinesamples. Cinesamples has just released Continuum Guitars for the FREE Kontakt Player. Continuum Guitars bring a fresh and simple approach to writing guitar performances. Created with the composer in mind, this library is like having the flexibility and expertise of a real […]
Quick Look: Abbey Road One Sparkling Woodwinds & Legendary Low Strings by Spitfire Audio
thumbs upSpitfire Audio once again captures the magic of Abbey Road’s iconic Studio One this time releasing Legendary Low Strings & Sparkling Woodwinds in the developer’s standalone AU, VST & AAX compatible plugin.. Jump to the Videos of Sparkling Woodwinds & Legendary Low Strings by Spitfire Audio Jump to the Demos of Sparkling Woodwinds & Legendary […]
Checking Out: Evolution Bluegrass Banjo by Orange Tree Samples
thumbs upWhen I need a Banjo, I am reaching for this one! What sets Orange Tree Samples’ Evolution line of stringed instruments apart is the usability and top-notch sound. The developer has taken the same attention to detail, from recording to instrument creation, and created a surprisingly diverse Banjo instrument for Kontakt. The presets alone are […]
Review: Neo Strings by Insanity Samples
thumbs upInsanity Samples have released their most ambitious project to date, Neo Strings. With so many string libraries now available, Neo Strings gives us a library full of extended articulations and an abundance of character. So much character in fact, you feel like the performers are right there in front of you. If you’re looking for […]
