Features
The London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT was recorded in a dry studio environment with close mic positioning, which allows for more flexibility in mixing and adding reverb. The library has a simple and intuitive interface, with keyswitches to switch between different articulations and modes. Here are some of the main features of this library:
Legato modes: The library offers three legato modes - slurred, bowed and portamento. Slurred legato is the default mode, which smoothly transitions between notes without re-bowing. Bowed legato re-bows each note, creating a more expressive and realistic sound. Portamento legato slides between notes, creating a glissando effect. You can switch between these modes using keyswitches C0, C#0 and D0 respectively.
Change bow: One of the most unique features of this library is the ability to change bow on the same note. This means that you can start a note with one bow direction and then switch to the opposite direction without interrupting the sound. This can create more variation and realism in your playing, as well as accentuate certain notes or phrases. To change bow on the same note, simply hold the note you want to change bow on, and press the low G keyswitch (G-1).
Staccato: The library also includes staccato samples, which are short and detached notes. The staccato samples have 24 variations per note, so they never sound repetitive or robotic. You can switch to staccato mode using the F#0 keyswitch.
Trills: The library also includes whole tone trills, which are rapid alternations between two notes that are a whole tone apart. You can switch to trill mode using the F0 keyswitch.
Release: The library also allows you to alter the release sound when the final note is played and released. A soft release is a normal removal of the bow from the string, but you can also select a hard release, which triggers a hard release. This is the sound of a player ending the note with a sharp crescendo and quick accented lift of the bow. This can create more impact and drama in your playing. You can switch between soft and hard release using the E0 keyswitch.
Sound Quality
The London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT has a rich and warm sound that captures the character and depth of the instrument. The samples are recorded at 24-bit/48kHz quality, and have a natural dynamic range and expression. The legato transitions are smooth and seamless, and the change bow feature adds more realism and variation to your playing. The staccato samples are crisp and clear, and the trills are fast and fluid. The release samples are also well-recorded and add more nuance to your performance.
The library sounds great on its own, but you can also tweak it further using the built-in effects and EQ. You can adjust the volume, pan, reverb, attack, release, high-pass filter and low-pass filter of each articulation using the knobs on the interface. You can also use the mod wheel to control the dynamics of your playing, from soft to loud.
Audio Demos
To give you an idea of how the London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT sounds in action, here are some audio demos created by ARIA Sounds using only this library:
[ARIA Sounds LSS Solo Strings DEMO - 'Beyond']
[LSS Solo Strings - Double Bass INSIDE DEMO]
Purchase
The London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT is available for purchase from the ARIA Sounds website for â69. You can also buy the LSS Solo Strings bundle, which includes all four solo string instruments, for â199. You will need the full version of Kontakt 4 or higher to use this library, as it is not compatible with the free Kontakt Player. You can also download a free demo version of the library from the website to try it out before buying.
If you are looking for a realistic and expressive solo double bass sample library, the London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT by ARIA Sounds is a great option. It has a simple and intuitive interface, with various articulations and modes to choose from. It has a rich and warm sound that captures the character and depth of the instrument. It is also flexible and customizable, with built-in effects and EQ. It is a great addition to any composer's or producer's toolkit, whether you want to create solo pieces, chamber music, or orchestral scores.
To purchase the London Solo Double Bass KONTAKT or the LSS Solo Strings bundle, visit the [ARIA Sounds website].
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