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Description

Elevate your compositions with the Spitfire Audio Solo Strings—a stunning collection of string samples that captures the expressive depth and individuality of world-class London virtuosos. Recorded in the iconic Air Studios' Lyndhurst Hall, the library offers an unparalleled acoustic richness, combining the resonance of vintage 2" tape with a meticulously crafted signal chain. Designed to seamlessly integrate with both solo and orchestral arrangements, Solo Strings brings an intimate, focused character to your scores, while enriching them with humanizing detail.

This library provides an extensive range of articulations, from sul ponticello to spiccato techniques, allowing composers to craft emotive and detailed performances. Unique textures, such as tremolo harmonics and col legno tratto, broaden your sonic palette, enabling innovative approaches to composition. The intuitive GUI ensures that composers can focus on musicality, with effortless scripted legatos offering smooth, fluid transitions between notes for crafting realistic performances.

Spitfire Audio has employed only the finest vintage, tube, and ribbon mics, using bespoke Neve Montserrat preamps and the world's largest Neve 88R desk to ensure pristine sound quality. The library's comprehensive set of articulations and seamless legato patches make it an essential tool for composers seeking precision and artistry in film, television, or concert works.

Key Features:

  • Features 3 London virtuoso string players: Andrew Haveron (violin), Bruce White (viola), and Caroline Dale (cello)
  • Recorded at Air Studios' Lyndhurst Hall using vintage tube and ribbon mics
  • Offers a wide range of articulations, including tremolo harmonics and col legno tratto
  • Includes seamless legato patches for expressive melodic lines
  • Compatible with Kontakt 4 or 5, or Kontakt Player (included)
  • NKS-ready for integration with Native Instruments hardware

Product specs

Minimum Intel 2.8GHz i5 (quad-core) or AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM
Recommended Intel Core i7 6th gen and later or AMD Ryzen 7, 16GB RAM

FAQs

What instruments are included in Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings?

Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings includes a violin, viola, cello, and bass, providing a full range of solo orchestration options for composers and producers.

Are multiple articulations available in Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings?

Yes, Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings offers multiple articulations and dynamics, allowing for unmatched creative versatility and expression in string performances.

Does Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings require Kontakt to run?

Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings does not require Kontakt; it is designed to work seamlessly with Spitfire's own plugin interface.

How does the recording quality of Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings enhance its sound?

Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings was captured at AIR Studios and recorded on 2" tape, providing premium acoustic richness, depth, and a warm, detailed sound quality.

Can Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings integrate with other Spitfire orchestral libraries?

Yes, Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings is compatible with other Spitfire orchestral ranges, allowing for seamless integration into larger orchestral compositions.

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Reviews

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Spitfire Audio - Solo Strings.

Comparisons

  • Users suggest that the Abbey Road Two and Alternative Solo Strings might offer better ensemble sound compared to Spitfire Solo Strings, which struggles with quartet configurations.

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Features and functionality

  • Spitfire Solo Strings is unique for including col legno with two battuto and a tratto, a rare feature among solo string libraries.

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  • Achieving a glissando effect requires using portamento legato articulation with note velocity set to 1 for the slowest transition speed.

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Use cases and applications

  • The library excels with short articulations and pizzicato, though selecting the desired pizzicato can be challenging.

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Software and compatibility

  • Owners with high-end hardware, like a Mac Studio with M1 Max processor, report significant CPU usage issues causing stuttering and note cutoffs.

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  • Users mention difficulty creating gliss effects with Spitfire Solo Strings in Ableton Live 11, specifically for slow gliss portamento transitions.

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User experience

  • Layering Spitfire Solo Strings with other sounds can enhance the effectiveness of glissando effects, as it may not sound as impressive on its own.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Note velocity should be set to 1 for achieving the slowest transition in portamento effects with Spitfire Solo Strings, crucial for a smoother glissando.

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Critic Reviews

Review - New Spitfire Solo Strings — B. Free Productions, LLC

bfreemusic.com

While Spitfire Audio's Solo Strings offers a vast array of content and stunning short articulations, it struggles with expressiveness, particularly in long notes that feel sterile and bland. The recent update introducing a Solo Violin Virtuoso patch has improved playability, yet the library still falls short of the emotional depth found in competitors. The GUI is a welcome enhancement, but the lack of standout features and an overall tedious setup process dampen the excitement. For composers needing instant gratification, this library may not deliver the "wow factor" expected in modern sampling. There's potential here, but it requires significant effort to achieve realistic results.

Review: Spitfire Solo Strings by Spitfire Audio - Sample Library Review

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Spitfire Audio's Solo Strings offers a rich, detailed sound that shines in intimate settings, showcasing a well-crafted interface and a range of unique violin articulations. However, the absence of legato options in the main instruments may frustrate users, requiring separate MIDI channels for seamless integration. While the overall quality and playability are commendable, this limitation leaves some users yearning for enhancements that could elevate this library to its full potential. A solid choice, but not without its quirks.

Spitfire Audio - Spitfire Solo Strings (Review) - EPICOMPOSER

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Spitfire Audio's Solo Strings delivers an impressive blend of warmth and intimacy, boasting three distinct violin styles that enhance both solo and ensemble arrangements. The extensive articulations and user-friendly interface make it a versatile choice for composers. However, the absence of legato articulations for two violin modes feels like a missed opportunity, leaving some tonal potential unexplored. Overall, this library offers a rich sonic palette that can elevate orchestral works, though a future update could truly make it exceptional.

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