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Studio Solo Strings (sordino)

Studio Solo Strings (sordino)

Studio Solo Strings (sordino)

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Mute Force

The same virtuosity you've come to expect from the Studio Solo Strings, but with an added dimension: these instruments are played con sordino – with a mute. Players and connoisseurs alike know that this subtle modification transforms the entire dynamic range of the instrument, softening and dampening the sound, while unlocking an entirely new world of tonal possibilities. The reduced transmission of energy from the strings to the instrument’s body reshapes the overtones and harmonics. Not merely quieter, these strings will provide unexpected layers that are equally at home in a traditional classical environment as they are at cinematic scoring where the subdued subtle sordino flavor is often used.

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Overview

  • First violin, second violin, viola, cello and bass

  • Soulful, nuanced performances, played with mutes

  • Recorded in the controlled ambience of the Silent Stage

  • Production-ready sound “out of the box”

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Data Size

Sample Amount
56,514
Download/Installed File Size
14 GB

System Requirements

Minimum:

  • Windows 10 (latest update, 64-bit), Intel Core i7 or AMD Athlon 64 X2

  • macOS 12 Monterey (latest update), Intel Core i7

  • SSD (M2, SATA 6 or USB3/3.1, UASP Support - HFS+, APFS or NTFS formatted)

  • 16 GB RAM

  • iLok Account and for license activation on a physical iLok 2/iLok 3 key or in an iLok Cloud Session (the iLok Cloud requires a constant internet connection!)

Recommended:

  • Windows 11 (latest update), Intel Core i9/Xeon or better

  • macOS 26 Tahoe (or higher), Intel Core i9/Xeon/M1 or better

  • 32 GB RAM

  • AU/VST/VST3/AAX Native compatible host

  • 88 key master keyboard

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Part of the Studio Series Package