Description
Overview
Accordions 2 Collection Crossgrade is the professional upgrade path for registered owners of the original Accordions (Vol. 1 Kontakt). This collection represents the next generation of Eduardo Tarilonte’s acclaimed accordion series, transitioning the library from Kontakt to the dedicated Engine Player interface. This edition not only refines all previous instruments for improved sound and playability but expands the library with the addition of the Folk Melodeon, a traditional diatonic accordion known for its warm, characterful tone.
Recorded at Eldana Estudio using the legendary U47 microphone, the collection is chromatically sampled with 3 dynamic layers and 3 round robins. By capturing the living breath of the instrument—including bellows movements, key noises, and natural release sounds—Accordions 2 delivers an incredibly authentic and expressive performance experience.
Key Details
- Comprehensive Instrument Suite: Includes 10 authentic accordions, featuring the new Folk Melodeon and refined versions of all previous models.
- High-Fidelity Sampling: Chromatically sampled with 3 dynamic layers and 3 round robins for maximum realism.
- Advanced Performance Controls: Direct access to registers, reeds, dynamics, noises, reverb, and bellows parameters via the Engine interface.
- Integrated Left-Hand Section: The Accordion, Folk Accordion, Concert Accordion, and French Musette include left-hand basses and chords with 14 rhythmic accompaniment styles and control over latch and note length.
- Specialized Instruments:
Accordion (Both Hands): Classic model with 11 registers and authentic left-hand basses.
Bandoneon: Alfred Arnold classic with distinct tango character and a Sforzato option with threshold control.
Bass Accordion: Specialized for deep lower registers and orchestral accompaniment.
Concert Accordion (Both Hands): Pigini concert accordion featuring 15 registers and left-hand basses.
Use Cases
- Film Scoring & Game Audio: Adding authentic cultural textures, from the streets of Paris to the Alps and the tango clubs of Buenos Aires.
- World Music Production: Creating genuine Latin, Folk, or European arrangements with instrument-specific registers and bellows behavior.
- Orchestral Layering: Utilizing the Bass Accordion for deep, rich low-end accompaniment in orchestral settings.
- Solo Performance: Using the integrated left-hand rhythmic styles to create full, playable arrangements without needing additional percussion.
Installation
This is a digital software license. After checkout, follow the publisher’s instructions for download and authorization. Registration is required at www.bestservice.com for all Engine Audio products. Ensure you have the Engine Player version 1.3.0 or higher installed to host the library. Once installed, perform a plugin scan within your DAW to recognize the VST3, AU, or AAX formats.
Compatibility
- Supported Operating Systems:
Windows 10 or newer (64-bit)
macOS 11 (Big Sur) or newer (64-bit, native Apple Silicon or Intel)
- Plugin Formats: VST3, AU, AAX Native, Standalone
- RAM: 4 GB (more recommended)
- Disk Space: 5.92 GB
- Processor: Intel Core Processor (Windows) / Apple Silicon or Intel (Mac)
- Requirement: Registered ownership of Accordions (Kontakt version 1) is required for this crossgrade.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: EngineAudio
- Edition: Crossgrade (from Accordions Vol. 1 Kontakt)
- Delivery Format: Digital software license and download
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Platform: Engine Player
- Plug-in Formats: VST3, AU, AAX
- SKU: 1133-391
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 or newer, macOS 10.15 or newer
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 or newer, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or newer
- RAM Requirements: 4GB RAM
- Disk Space: 5.92GB Hard Drive Space
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (https://www.bestservice.com/en/accordions_2_collection_crossgrade.html).
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