Description
Overview
Chris Hein Brass Compact is the streamlined, high-performance version of the acclaimed Orchestral Brass Complete library. Designed for composers and producers who require professional-grade brass without the massive footprint of a full orchestral suite, this library delivers an authentic, detailed sound that excels both as solo instruments and within dense orchestral arrangements. Recorded with the renowned WDR Symphonic Orchestra using premium Neumann microphones, it provides a versatile foundation for classical compositions, epic film scores, and orchestral pop.
Key Details
- Comprehensive Instrument Set: Includes three trumpets, three trombones, and three French horns, recorded as nine individual instruments and three ensembles.
- Phase-Aligned Dynamics: Samples underwent a six-month research period for full phase alignment, ensuring seamless, sonic-degradation-free transitions across up to eight dynamic layers.
- Note Head Designer: A unique system that allows users to call up adjusted “short” sample variations for every sustain. This ensures the attack and note-end behavior perfectly match the intended note length for maximum realism.
- True Legato: Features in-depth recordings and meticulous editing to provide realistic note transitions, which can be further enhanced with artificial inserted legatos.
- Dry Recording Philosophy: Instruments were recorded with intentional dry close-miking to eliminate crosstalk, allowing the user total control over the spatial environment.
- Dual Convolution Reverbs: Includes separate convolution engines for the corpus (body) and ambience (room), enabling a range of spaces from intimate settings to massive orchestral halls.
Use Cases
- Epic Film Scoring: Create powerful, cinematic fanfares and dramatic brass swells with high dynamic range and precise articulation.
- Classical Composition: Utilize the authentic timbre of the WDR Symphonic Orchestra for traditional orchestral writing.
- Hybrid Pop/Electronic: Blend realistic brass sections into modern productions, benefiting from the dry samples that integrate easily with other virtual instruments.
- Solo Brass Passages: Use the detailed individual instrument recordings for intimate, expressive solo lines.
Installation
This product is delivered as a digital download. The library is powered by the Native Instruments Kontakt Player (version 5.5.0 or higher required), which is included for free. After downloading the 6.59 GB library, users can load the instruments via the Kontakt Player and utilize the custom-tailored user interface for performance and MIDI remote controllability via TouchOSC.
Compatibility
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows, macOS
- Plugin Formats: VST2, AU, AAX Native, Standalone
- Disk Space: 6.59 GB download size
- Software Requirement: Kontakt Player (Version 5.5.0 or higher)
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: Best Service
- Edition: Compact (Lite version of Orchestral Brass Complete)
- Delivery Format: Digital Download
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Platform: Windows, Mac
- Plug-in Formats: VST2, AU, AAX Native
- Plug-in Formats: AU, AAX Native
- SKU: 1133-51
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows, macOS
- Disk Space: 6.59 GB Hard Drive Space
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (http://www.bestservice.de/en/chris_hein_orchestral_brass_compact.html).
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