Versilian Studios Chamber Orchestra 2 Community

• VSCO 2 Community Edition is an open-source orchestral sample library designed for young composers and hobbyists.
• The library features a natural sound with no significant tweaks, making it suitable for ambient and calm orchestral music.
• It is available for free under a Creative Commons 0 license, allowing unrestricted use.
• This version requires a sampler that can open.sfz files, such as Sforzando or Sfizz.
• It is recommended to start with this version before exploring other editions of the library.

Product Overview

VSCO 2 Community Edition (CE) is an open-source subset of the main VSCO 2 library, tailored for young composers and hobbyist developers. This library offers of samples under a Creative Commons 0 license, allowing unrestricted use for educational and creative purposes.

Details

The library features a natural, unaltered mapping of orchestral sounds, making it ideal for ambient and calm orchestral compositions. While it may feel less structured compared to General MIDI soundfonts, it provides a straightforward entry point for those new to orchestral sampling. Users can access the samples in.sfz format, which requires compatible samplers like Sforzando or Sfizz.

For those seeking more control, the original.wav samples are also available, allowing for custom instrument creation. This version includes additional percussion and miscellaneous samples from VSCO 1, enhancing the library's versatility. The community-driven nature of this edition encourages experimentation and learning in sample library development, making it a valuable resource for aspiring composers.