Shimmer Strings

• Shimmer Strings is a violin instrument designed for expressive string performances.
• Requires Kontakt 6.8.0 or higher, and is compatible with the full version of Kontakt only.
• Focuses on delivering a rich sonic character suitable for various musical styles.

Product Overview

Shimmer Strings features a violin instrument that combines traditional bowed notes with an additional pitch-shifted layer, creating a unique shimmering effect. This library is designed to deliver expressive, sustained tones that can enhance melodic lines and add depth to compositions.

Details

The instrument is multi-sampled at 24-bit, 44kHz, ensuring high-quality sound reproduction. It offers lyrical legato and restrained short articulations, allowing for nuanced performances. The close capture retains key and mechanical details, while the optional shimmer layer introduces an ethereal quality. Users can control the blend of the shimmer effect and reverb, providing flexibility in shaping the sound. The modulation wheel allows for dynamic volume fading, enhancing expressiveness during playback.