Aperture Cassette Symphony
Spitfire Audio
Orchestral Ensemble
- Aperture Cassette Symphony features a wide range of orchestral sounds, including strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, resampled through 200 cassette players.
- The library includes 100 articulations, providing various playing styles such as sustain, staccato, and marcato.
- It is designed to add character with degraded tape artifacts, enhancing the sonic texture of the samples.
- This virtual instrument requires the Spitfire Audio App and is compatible with NKS, AU, VST3, and AAX formats.
- Mac and PC system requirements include a minimum of and a compatible processor; 32-bit systems are not supported.
Product Overview
Aperture Cassette Symphony offers a unique orchestral experience by blending traditional symphonic elements with the character of tape sampling. This library allows for seamless transitions from intimate solo performances to full orchestral textures, all resampled through a collection of 200 cassette players, creating a distinct sonic palette reminiscent of early tape instruments.
Details
The library encompasses strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, featuring over 100 articulations. Articulations include sustained notes, marcato, staccato, and tape loop reels, each capturing the essence of the instruments while introducing the warmth and imperfections of tape. The strings section includes both high and low ranges, while brass and woodwinds are similarly divided, ensuring a comprehensive orchestral sound.
Each instrument is designed to retain its intimate timbre, with a focus on the unique artifacts that come from tape degradation. This adds a layer of character that can enhance cinematic scores or experimental compositions. The dedicated plugin facilitates easy integration into your DAW, allowing for quick access to the library's diverse sounds and performance controls.
Aperture Cassette Symphony is particularly suited for projects that benefit from a vintage aesthetic, making it an excellent choice for film scoring, ambient music, or any context where a rich, textured orchestral sound is desired.
