Berlin Strings
Special Bows 1
Unlock new textures with Special Bows 1—a dedicated collection of unconventional articulations and playing styles.
From sul tasto’s subtle warmth to sul ponticello’s icy edge, these non-standard techniques can evoke singular moods
and inspire your compositions in unexpected ways.
With 8 first violins, 6 second violins, and 5 violas—all captured in situ with multiple mics, for a vivid,
realistic soundstage—Special Bows 1 can add unexpected nuance and depth to your arrangements. For even more
striking results, pair it with the celli and basses of Special Bows 2. Together, they’re anything but your
typical string section.
BF24:
105,00 €
Ends December 4, 2024Regular price 210,00 €
Highlights
About the playing techniques
The unusual playing styles in Special Bows 1 can be used to evoke
specific moods and achieve surprising expressive effects.
Sul tasto
The player places the bow over the end of the fingerboard for a soft, warm sound.
Sul ponticello
The player bows right next to the bridge for an eerie, icy, brittle tone, rich in harmonics.
Flageolet
The left hand lightly touches the bowed string, producing glassy overtones.
Col legno
The player strikes the strings with the back of the bow for a dry, percussive, sound.
New colors for your strings
Special Bows 1’s extended timbral palette can be used alone, paired with Special Bows 2,
or combined with Berlin Strings or Symphonic Strings to create a comprehensive, adaptable
ensemble of uncommon depth.
Like all products in the Berlin Series, Special Bows 1 was recorded at Berlin’s Teldex
Scoring Stage with all players seated in their traditional orchestral positions. Multiple
mic placements (Decca Tree, AB omni, a choice of spots, and surround) ensure a balanced,
spatially coherent sound that gels beautifully with other Orchestral Tools collections.
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Mic merging
Preserve your system resources: Fine-tune your mix using multiple mic positions, then merge into a single channel within the player.
Greater usability
SINE is designed to complement the compositional workflow. Create on the fly with auto keyswitch options, and easy remapping tools.
Download à la carte
Choose only the instruments and mic positions that you currently need—no need to download the entire collection at once.
Berlin Strings
Berlin Strings Special Bows 1
High strings
Studio
Teldex Scoring Stage, Berlin
Sale 50% off210,00 €105,00 €+VAT
Not licensed
Licensed
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Hunting the Hunter (by Jasmin Reuter)
Berlin Strings Special Bows 1 -
Looking Back, Looking Forward (by Joel Kreimeyer Kelly)
Berlin Strings Special Bows 1 -
This Isn't Over (by David Kudell)
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Special Bows I – technical demo (by Hendrik Schwarzer)
Berlin Strings Special Bows 1
Specifications
- SINE version: Works with Orchestral Tools’ SINE Player—NOTE: Very latest version required!
- Kontakt version: Works with Kontakt 5.5.1 full (Please note: Kontakt versions bought after Mar 23, 2021 can be upgraded to SINE for a support fee)
- 36.3 GB of samples (18.3 GB SINEarc compressed)
- 24 bit / 48 KHz patches
- System requirements SINE:
- Mac OS 10.13, i5, 4 GB RAM (16+ GB recommended)
- Windows 10, Intel Core i5 or similar (Windows 7 is not officially supported)
- Interfaces: VST, AU
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