NEWS  Music Production  March 5, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

Kirk Hunter Studios, renowned for their dedication to excellence in sample libraries, has once again pushed the boundaries with their latest release: Concert Strings Adaptive. This groundbreaking symphonic string library promises not only unparalleled playability but also a level of flexibility that sets it apart in the industry.

Captured within the majestic acoustics of the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Monica, California, Concert Strings Adaptive marries top-tier string samples with a revolutionary playback engine. This engine allows seamless transitions between various articulations without cumbersome keyswitches or controllers, empowering composers with fluidity and spontaneity in their compositions.

At the heart of Concert Strings Adaptive lies its Ensemble patches, a hallmark feature that adapts to the user's playing style, eliminating the need for manual articulation switching. Composers can effortlessly control dynamics, vibrato, and other parameters through MIDI CC or delve deeper into customization via the dedicated Automation page.

The library boasts an array of legato options, including polyphonic, intense, mild, bowed, and slurred, catering to diverse musical expressions. To maintain realism, Concert Strings Adaptive employs random round robins, ensuring that repeated notes retain their organic richness without the telltale signs of looping effects.

Navigating through the library's intuitive GUI, users encounter a wealth of customization options on the Global page. From Space presets defining room characteristics to Touch presets shaping responsiveness, and Speed presets dictating attack nuances, every aspect is meticulously crafted for sonic perfection. Further refining the sound is the Mixer section, offering precise control over instrument sections and microphone signals, complemented by a three-band parametric EQ and a built-in reverb processor.

Compatibility is seamless, requiring only Native Instruments' Kontakt version 6.6.1 or newer, available on both Windows and macOS platforms in VST, VST3, AU, and AAX formats, as well as a standalone application.

For those eager to elevate their compositions with Concert Strings Adaptive, Kirk Hunter Studios offers an introductory price of $259, a remarkable reduction from its full cost of $499. For more information visit Kirk Hunter Studios website.

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