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Spitfire Audio Chamber Strings
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£20.99
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Description
Small & detailed strings
We handpicked 16 of the finest string players to perform an encyclopedia of articulations and techniques, expertly recorded in the world-famous Hall at AIR Studios, London. This smaller section gives you more detail and focus than our Symphonic range, with Close, Tree, and Ambient microphone positions, while still capturing the beautiful resonance of the hall.
This is our definitive chamber range – a hugely versatile classic that will enhance your film, TV, and game scores and pop records.
Compatible with NKS
Walkthrough
In Action
Chamber Evolutions and Chamber Strings
Intimacy & detail
The word ‘chamber’ describes a band that is smaller than a symphony orchestra — anything from a quartet to 40 players. Our aim was to create the definitive chamber strings project, recorded at The Hall at AIR Studios, giving you that highly sought-after widescreen blockbuster sound, with detail and intimacy — hard to achieve with larger-sized string sample libraries.
We give you 16 world-class players: four 1st violins, three 2nd violins, three violas, three cellos & three basses, expertly sampled. Choose from over 244 articulations — including 38 shorts, 53 longs, 19 FX, and 45 extraordinary legato patches, programmed by Andrew Blaney. Each sample has been recorded with multiple round robins and dynamic layers, presented with three essential and versatile microphone positions. In addition to each individual section, we also have a comprehensive selection of articulations and techniques presented in an ‘ensemble’ format, designed for sketching and composing, for instant satisfaction.
Key features
- 244 articulations: 38 shorts, 53 longs, 19 FX & 45 legatos
- 16 world-class London string players
- Recorded in situ using priceless valve and ribbon mics
- Neve Montserrat Pre-amps into a Neve 88R desk
- Recorded digitally at 96k via 2″ Studer tape
- Multiple dynamic layers and round robins
- Diverse and detailed, with both essential and totally unique articulations
- Legatos designed by Andrew Blaney
- Individual sections and ensembles
- NKS-ready
Behind the samples
Spitfire was built on a chamber strings project. Many of our friends, including A-list composers, complained that sampled strings were unwieldy, ill-defined, and too epic. For much of their output, sensitive and achingly beautiful quiet passages and searing lyricism required less players, and attention to detail. Our first iteration of Chamber Strings was released as a private project and became hugely popular amongst our peers.
Some, however, noted how it still sounded ‘kind of big’. So we returned to the chamber challenge with a question: How small can we go before it no longer sounds like a section? The answer was 4,3,3,3,3. A uniquely intimate group of extraordinary players in one of the best recording locations. Originally available in volumes, this project has been four years in the making. It is the Spitfire team’s absolute favorite string range, admired for its beauty, versatility, and totally unique sonic character.
The Professional Edition
Four additional microphone positions and three CPU-friendly stereo mixes.
The overview panel
This is the main interface for melodic instruments. Its default view displays all available playing techniques, has a simple microphone mixer and includes the main feature controllers.
General controls panel
This view allows further in-depth control of the instrument, showing all available signals and feature controllers, as well as the ability to purge techniques from memory to reduce system usage.
The Ostinatum
In this view, you can add notes to a pattern sequencer, select which key it triggers on, and then play for instant ostinato creation. It’s like an arpeggiator on a synthesizer.
Nirvana –
The range of articulations and expressions available is impressive, but I wish there were more dynamic layers to really bring out the emotion in the strings. Overall, a solid investment for any composer or producer looking to add depth to their orchestral arrangements.
Selena Gomez –
The sound quality of this string library is top-notch, with a nice balance between warmth and clarity. I would definitely recommend it to other composers looking to add depth to their compositions.
Chris Brown –
I was blown away by the realistic sound and versatility of this string library – definitely worth the investment!
KendrickLamar –
The string sounds are so rich and full, perfect for adding depth to any composition. Would definitely recommend to other musicians.
LadyGaga –
The sound quality is top-notch and the articulations are incredibly realistic – definitely worth the investment!
Queen –
I’m blown away by the rich, lush sound of this string library – it adds such depth and emotion to my compositions. Would highly recommend!
JimiHendrix –
The strings sound beautiful and realistic, but installation was a bit confusing. Overall, worth the effort for the quality of the product.
Imagine Dragons –
The library of strings sounds incredibly realistic and rich, making it easy to create emotive compositions with ease.
JustinBieber –
Absolutely love the sound of these strings, they add so much depth and emotion to my compositions. Highly recommend!