Abbey Road One Soaring High Strings

• Features 16 1st Violins and 14 2nd Violins, providing a lush and harmonious sound ideal for cinematic compositions.
• Articulations include expressive legato, multiple dynamics for long notes, and short notes with 5 round robins.
• Recorded at Abbey Road Studio One with 12 microphone signals, including vintage and close mic options for varied sonic textures.
• Requires the Spitfire Audio App for installation; compatible with Mac OS 10.15 - OS 14 and Windows 10/11.

Product Overview

Abbey Road One: Soaring High Strings features a lush ensemble of 16 first violins and 14 second violins, recorded to deliver a rich, harmonious sound ideal for romantic and lyrical compositions. The library excels in both expressive legato passages and swift runs, making it versatile for various scoring contexts.

Details

The instrument offers multiple articulations, including expressive legato with dynamic variations, long notes, and short articulations featuring five round robins. This range allows for nuanced performances that can adapt to different musical phrases. The recordings were made using 12 microphone signals, providing options for both a full room mix and tighter, more detailed captures. The mixes include a full room blend by Simon Rhodes, as well as tighter configurations for faster passages, ensuring flexibility in achieving the desired sound.

Additional mic options include vintage captures for a classic scoring stage feel, close miking for directness, and ambient recordings for a sense of space. This variety supports a wide range of mixing choices, allowing composers to tailor the sound to fit cinematic scores or intimate moments in their compositions.