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Description
Elevate your compositions with the Cinematique Instruments Zilhouette Strings, a meticulously crafted Kontakt instrument that brings the rich, emotive sound of strings directly to your fingertips. This comprehensive library features an impressive ensemble of 7 violins, 2 violas, 7 cellos, and 2 basses, recorded in a variety of intimate settings. From solo performances to full trio arrangements, the recordings were captured with top-tier microphones like Neumann U-87 and Schoeps MK4, ensuring a warm and natural sound that resonates with authenticity.
Zilhouette Strings is built with versatility at its core, offering three distinct articulations: Shorts, Longs, and Pizzicato. Each articulation is designed to be easily accessible, providing musicians with the ability to dynamically transition through layers using the mod-wheel, resulting in an expressive and nuanced performance. A standout feature is the 'Players' option, allowing you to construct ensembles ranging from a single quartet to a complete chamber ensemble, giving you true-to-life orchestration flexibility.
Tailor your sound further with customizable seating options and an innovative 'sweetness' control that adjusts the tonal warmth from natural to smooth. Enhance your compositions with the built-in reverb effects, which include a variety of carefully selected settings like church cathedrals and classic halls, adding depth and ambiance to your soundscape.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive library with 7 violins, 2 violas, 7 cellos, and 2 basses
- Three playable articulations: Shorts, Longs, and Pizzicato
- Unique 'Players' option for creating authentic ensemble sizes
- Adjustable seating arrangements: American, German, or center panning
- 'Sweetness' control for tonal adjustment
- Built-in reverb with multiple settings
- Requires full version of Kontakt 5.6.8 or higher
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CINEMATIQUE INSTRUMENTS
Walkthrough | Zilhouette Strings
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The instrument offers only ensemble patches, requiring manual muting for solo violin work, and includes just three articulations: short, long, and pizzicato.
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Owners may prefer other libraries like Spitfire for legato articulation due to its absence in Zilhouette Strings.
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