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Description
Step into the world of cinematic soundscapes with the Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro, a virtual instrument library that brings the majesty of a full symphony orchestra to your digital workstation. Meticulously recorded at the historic BBC Maida Vale Studios, this collection includes 57 expertly sampled orchestral instruments. Each instrument has been captured with outstanding precision, offering over a million samples to fuel your creative compositions.
Whether you're an aspiring composer or a seasoned professional, the BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro offers a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance your musical storytelling. With 468 playing techniques, you can explore a vast range of articulations, from delicate pizzicatos to soaring legatos, allowing for authentic and expressive compositions. The plug-in also features 20 mix signals and 11 microphone positions, enabling you to craft your sound with unparalleled flexibility — from intimate solo performances to grand orchestral arrangements.
One of the standout features of this library is the inclusion of five spill signals, which add depth and realism by incorporating ambient microphone captures from other sections of the orchestra. This, combined with the library's innovative Mode Switching capability, ensures seamless transition between Discover, Core, and Professional versions, adapting to your workflow needs. The result is a rich and immersive sound that remains true to the iconic recordings for which Maida Vale Studios is renowned.
Key Features:
- 57 expertly sampled instruments recorded at BBC Maida Vale Studios
- Over 1,000,000 samples for comprehensive orchestration
- 468 playing techniques for authentic tracking
- 20 mix signals and 11 microphone positions for versatile sound sculpting
- 5 spill signals for added depth and dimension
- Mode Switching for seamless integration across Discover, Core, and Professional versions
- Includes newly added muted brass techniques and the powerful cimbasso instrument
- 36GB of new content offering extended legato patches and more
Product specs
| Software Type | Orchestral Library |
| Platform | Mac, PC |
| Upgrade/Full | Full |
| Download/Boxed | Download |
| Bit Depth | 64-bit |
| Format | AAX, AU, VST3 |
| Hardware Requirements - Mac | Intel Core i5 or higher, Apple Silicon Support, 8GB RAM minimum |
| Hardware Requirements - PC | Intel Core i5 or higher, AMD Ryzen 5 or higher, 8GB RAM minimum |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 11 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 10 or later |
FAQs
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What are the system requirements for Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro?
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The software requires a Mac with macOS 11 or later or a PC with Windows 10 or later, an Intel Core i5 or higher, or an AMD Ryzen 5 or higher, and a minimum of 8GB RAM.
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What formats is the Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro available in?
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This orchestral library is available in AAX, AU, and VST3 formats, making it compatible with a wide range of DAWs.
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How many instruments are included in the Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro?
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The library includes 67 instruments, providing extensive versatility for creating detailed orchestral compositions.
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Can the Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro be used on both Mac and PC?
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Yes, the library is compatible with both Mac and PC platforms, offering flexibility for different studio setups.
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What makes the Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro unique compared to other orchestral libraries?
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This library features 468 techniques, extended legato updates, and muted brass techniques, all captured at the iconic Maida Vale Studios, ensuring authentic orchestral tones and dynamic musical expressions.
Videos
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How To Create Amazing Orchestral Mockups | BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro #ONEORCHESTRA
How To Create Amazing Orchestral Mockups | BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro #ONEORCHESTRA
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First Snow | BBCSO Pro | #oneorchestra
Antonio Eggert
IMPORTANT Orchestral Programming Tips
Spitfire Audio
John Williams - Hedwig's Theme SPITFIRE - BBC Symphony Orchestra Professional Demo song
Tenny Park
BBCSO Professional - Why this is my Favorite VST Orchestra
Mikael Baggström
Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Pro.
Use cases and applications
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BBCSO's wet sound is suitable for classical music hall replication but may be too muddy for film scores requiring a studio sound.
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BBCSO Pro allows for wet orchestral sounds by setting up microphone and reverb configurations, making it suitable for compositions requiring a lush soundscape.
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BBCSO Pro is considered easier to use out of the box, offering a cohesive sound as all samples are recorded in one location.
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BBCSO Pro and Abbey Road Foundations mix well when using specific reverb settings like Seventh Heaven Reverb.
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Features and functionality
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A unique feature of BBCSO Pro is its ability to produce more wetness than other libraries, offering flexibility in creating lush orchestral textures.
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BBCSO Pro lacks percussion unless the orchestral percussion version is purchased, which might be a limitation for composers needing a full orchestral setup.
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BBCSO Pro includes 'Legato (extended)' techniques for strings, allowing short notes to trigger based on keyboard play, enhancing realism in performances.
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BBC Symphony Orchestra Core includes solo woodwinds, trumpets, and horns; Pro adds solo strings and more solo instruments like Cor Anglais and Bass flute.
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User experience
Comparisons
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BBCSO Pro has better legato for strings and woodwinds compared to SSO, which is known for poor legato quality except for flute and trumpet.
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Performance Samples Pacific Strings and Vista are preferred by some for strings over BBCSO due to perceived sound quality and composer recommendations.
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BBCSO Pro offers a more natural symphonic sound, while Vienna Synchron provides more articulations and complexity but at a higher price point.
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Audio Imperia's solo instruments, especially legatos in Aeria or Solo, are considered more responsive compared to BBCSO.
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Core lacks solo strings, which are included in Pro; however, solo strings in Pro are limited for fast legato passages.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 4 Ratings
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The Reviews Speak for Themselves, Excellence
Originally wasn't a fan of this library and to be honest, at this point in time (away from my PC), can't utilize it to its full potential. First things first is the default mic mix is "okay" but preferred some sounds from East West Hollywood. That is the default mic mixes are relatively wet (so I opted for drier mics.) Number two is please install it on an SSD or buy it with the SSD. Time is money and it'll save you a lot of time. Each instrument/section comes with about 8 mic positions each and special mics for Dolby Atmos. You are given many tools to shape the sound you want and ultimately mold it into place, hence using dryer mics like Stereo, Mono, and/or Close.
The woodwinds are what had impressed me the most in the demos and still think it's the best thing on the Library. Clean and expressive their sound seems like a step up above some other libraries I've used. This may not be a result of bad recording but a combination of the player playing and the instrument itself (e.g. no two Clarinets are the same.) Between Miroslav Philharmonik and EW Symphony/Hollywood the English Horn and Oboes sound closest to Peter Siedlaczek's Advanced Orchestra but at a higher quality. Very little reason not to use them, only for stylistic choices might you use something else.
The strings seem to be fairly debatable. I do not own the Hollywood Solo Bundles so it's can't compare those but overall I still prefer the general sound of Hollywood Strings. That being said they can be "too big" for some tastes but I have other string libraries to solve that problem. Don't really possess an opinion on them at this time besides being strong. The solo strings from Miroslav Philharmonik I/II still posess a more human character at times.
The brass are also fair. To be honest though I never play with brasses much so this section will be a bit sparse. EW Hollywood naturally has a bigger or more "in your face" brass sound to it but BBC is cohesive and controlled. More often than not BBC vs EW Hollywood Orchestra is just a matter of a controlled sound versus big sound. Being a newer library it's recorded at 48Khz 24-bit versus 44.1Khz 24-bit/16-bit (latter for cheaper gold version.) If you HAD to choose between BBC Orchestra and EW Hollywood I would recommend BBC for its greater versatility and neutral sound. Bought it on sale for $749, as an "upgrade" to EW Hollywood Diamond ordinarily would not say it's entirely worth it in that regards, however the woodwinds, completeness of instruments, cohesive sound, it just stands by itself.
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