I just want to add a "wow" to this discussion. The VSL version is by far the most convincing and expressive. The note transitions are just uncanny, giving it such an organic believable quality, so much like a real bassoon being played.

I'm surprised by the click comments, as I think they are very quiet and not pronounced at all. And with some slight distance added via reverb, they would be even less noticeable.

All I can say is, please do more of this piece!!! I'm just waiting for the clarinets to come in.

Anyway, thanks for posting these demos.

Great news! More options = better!

My vote = Small string ensembles

Can't have enough string performances and variations.

Btw, love this site!! Thx for listening to our input!

YES!!!

Is there any logical reason why the First Edition will be no longer available when the Pro Edition comes out? I'm utterly baffled by this, as what can possibly be gained by reducing options for the buying consumer? I really think VSL should continue to offer a Lite Edition like the First Edition, to provide a basic sample-set to users who may not need the full "Pro" set. The Lite Edition would only increase sales and user-base, and no doubt inspire a percentage of the Lite users to upgrade to the Pro set anyway.

While the Performance sounds quite revolutionary and unique, the Orchestra set may have some tough competition coming out, and it's just silly to only offer users a premium priced full Pro version, without any other "lite" options.

Just my opinion. I'm extremely impressed with demos so far and simply want more choices in what I can buy.