The default Stereo mix isn't that great and the Far mic position doesn't add too much to the mix, and can be easily replaced by a reverb. The "Stereo" and "Far" mic sample groups were removed. Overall, a well-rounded library with a good sound and plenty of features!įollowing changes were made to the library:ġ. One of the strongest features of the library is its Auto Divisi feature, which works upto two notes for each instrument group and gets rid of the stacking effect when playing multiple notes. The sound of the library is lush, and recorded dynamics are somewhere in between epic and soft, making it versatile enough for use in different genres. The library features a 60-piece string section and has 38 individual articulations.
Owners of KOMPLETE bundles benefit from special cross-grade pricing.įind more information about Native Instruments Symphony Series-String Ensemble.This is a light version of the Native Instruments Symphony Series String Ensemble library. Symphony Series instruments will not be included in KOMPLETE or KOMPLETE ULTIMATE. Plus, all key parameters automatically map to keyboard controls, allowing composers to start scoring as soon as they load the instrument.
The Touch Strips directly control the multi-sampled dynamics in STRING ENSEMBLE. The position and type of key switches and the selected articulations are easily visible directly on the hardware. Native Instruments developed Symphony Series-String Ensemble especially for KOMPLETE KONTROL S-Series keyboard integration. Native Instruments states that these features are easily configurable. Every section also features true polyphonic legato and portamento with up to eight-voice automatic voice-leading in real time. The Auto Divisi function intelligently distributes notes between the Divisi partsfor a highly transparent and realistic string performance in all articulations. Furthermore, volume, pan and output routing for each position load individually, allowing a greater degree of control over the final mix.Īll sections were recorded in two separate A and B parts for True Divisi functionality. Special attention was given to the close-mic mixes. String Ensemble provides four stereo mixes-close, midrange, far, and stereo-with dynamic loading for maximum efficiency. A comprehensive list of long and short articulations, including sordinos, trills, staccatos and octave runs, were recorded in exceptional detail with separate half sections to ensure True Divisi. There are separate instruments for violins, violas, cellos and basses as well as an instrument for the full ensemble.
Symphony Series-String Ensemble provides the sound of a full 60-piece string ensemble and was recorded in collaboration with software string instrument developer Audiobro.
The second product in NI’s Symphony Series of orchestral scoring instruments, String Ensemble is available at the NI Online Shop for $499 and runs in KONTAKT 5 or the latest version of the free KONTAKT 5 PLAYER. It includes an interface that is designed to facilitate scoring quickly. Native Instruments in Berlin, Germany, introduces Symphony Series-String Ensemble, featuring recordings of a 60-piece string orchestra for use in productions.