Birth of the Trumpet
Straight Ahead Samples
Trumpet
- Features a solo jazz trumpet with a warm and rich Bb tone, performed by a professional jazz player.
- Includes all standard trumpet articulations such as legato, staccatos, falls, trills, scoops, and glisses.
- Offers two microphone positions (close and room) with custom bleed convolution reverb for enhanced realism.
- Utilizes advanced sampling techniques with over 2,000 samples per note for unprecedented detail and realism.
- Requires Kontakt for use.
Product Overview
Birth of the Trumpet features a Bb trumpet that excels in delivering expressive melodies and dynamic solos across various styles. The instrument is performed by an experienced jazz player, capturing a warm and rich tone that enhances its realism.
Details
This library employs the New Standard sampling method, offering over 2,000 samples per note, which results in an unprecedented level of detail and nuance. It includes a wide range of articulations such as legato, staccatos, falls, trills, scoops, and glisses, ensuring versatility for different scoring needs. The instrument is recorded with two mic positions—close and room—allowing for tailored mixing options, complemented by custom bleed convolution reverb for added depth.
Key features include a “Smart Delay” function that intelligently selects appropriate samples based on the played phrase, streamlining the process of creating realistic melodic lines. Additionally, the library incorporates Real Acoustic Mute Sampling (RAMS) technology, enabling the use of various trumpet mutes, and Reconstructed Vibrato, which mimics the timbral characteristics of a live player's vibrato. This combination of features makes Birth of the Trumpet a powerful tool for composers seeking authentic trumpet sounds in their projects.
