Spitfire Studio Woodwinds Professional

• The Professional edition includes additional instruments such as the contrabass clarinet and cor anglais.
• Recorded at AIR Studio One, the library features a range of mic positions from intimate to ambient, allowing for tonal customization.
• Includes 15 instruments and 143 articulations, covering various playing techniques for woodwinds.
• Requires Kontakt Player (free download) for use.
• Engineered by Simon Rhodes, known for his work on major film scores, ensuring high-quality sound capture.

Product Overview

Spitfire Studio Woodwinds Professional expands the woodwind palette with additional instruments like the contrabass clarinet and cor anglais, recorded in the controlled environment of AIR Studio One. This library captures a wide emotional range with a focus on detail, making it suitable for both intimate scoring and larger orchestral contexts.

Details

The library features 15 instruments and 143 articulations, including solo and ensemble performances. Articulations range from expressive legato to various short techniques, allowing for nuanced phrasing. The close mics provide clarity, while additional mic positions, including outriggers and ambient options, offer flexibility in mixing. Two curated mixes by engineer Simon Rhodes enhance the tonal control, enabling composers to tailor the sound to their specific needs.

With a robust selection of articulations and performance techniques, Spitfire Studio Woodwinds Professional is designed for detailed orchestration. The interface includes a simple mixer and performance controls, facilitating quick adjustments during composition. This library is well-suited for film scoring, where the blend of intimacy and depth can elevate the emotional impact of the score.