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Hey, the answer to your question is in the title of the video.

Thank you so much!!

It's been a long time and I cannot say for sure, but it's probably the vibrato.

@@LeandroGardini Interesting. I haven't been able to get the artificial vibrato from this library to sound good, but yours sounds fine. There are so many options to tweak that I can believe that I didn't find the right ones. Maybe I should try again. Also, do you know whether the dynamics were set to X-fade mode or keyboard mode for this? I found that the phase alignment applied to the samples in X-fade mode sounded bad, but keyboard mode seemed like it would require coordinating the main volume parameter with the velocity in a painfully fiddly way to achieve dynamic nuances during sustained notes.

It's flute 1.

Glad you enjoyed it!

Vwinds are for sure the best woodwind library up to date.

@@LeandroGardini I'll wait for the next sale to get the other ones then! (And I already have shit tons of great woodwind libraries...!)

Thank you. I will be happy to see it featured on your channel as long as credit is given. What do you have in mind for the video?

@@LeandroGardini that’s great! Well, giving credit is all we do! We do it to promote the artists and their work. You can check one of our videos to see how we give credits. Also check our channel info to see our approach. For the video, we usually take a consstent approach with slow moving artwork - in your case the theme will be the twilight ofcourse. Again, check some of our videos to see our aesthetics, as we will do something similar - trying to keep the focus on the music.

@@LeandroGardini you are featured! We hope you like the result.

Thank you!!!🙏

Cinematic Studio Strings

There isn’t a specific reason in this case. The purpose is to blend both seamlessly by alternating the chord notes between the two libraries.

Pacific Strings

The other libraries you’ve mentioned bed are great, but Vwinds is currently superior in my opinion. There's nothing like Vwinds on the market today.

I haven't tried your idea yet, but I suppose it's a good effect for simulating small chamber. I'm afraid the technique must be taxing for computers that are not so powerful.

@@LeandroGardini Since making my original comment, I tried using several instances in unison with different CC100 values and different placements in MIR. It still sounded a little artifacted (again in a way SWAM doesn't), but vastly better than it did dry. I asked in the first place because you have two solo violins here. It makes sense with what I found that even if this isn't theoretically ideal in unison passages, the issues it causes are subtle enough to be imperceptible when the solo violins are layered with other things and not featured prominently.

Thank you!🙏

Thanks for your input anyway.

I hope my video provided you with valuable insights.

Thank you. Yes, I always use the dry patches.

Yes, it's possible to save presets in VSS2. I have likely made some changes to the Virtual Sounds Stage, but I cannot specify what exactly as I've been using this same preset for years.

Good question. Sometimes I play in and sometimes I copy and paste midi. It depends on the specific occasion. I will tackle this subject in the next tutorial. Stay tuned!

The key is to know when and how to use modeling instruments. With the right technique, they sound perfectly fine in the musical context.

I've layered SM ensembles, chamber and solo strings on the top. I'm preparing a tutorial about it.

@@LeandroGardini Wonderful Sounding demo using SM Strings. Looking forward to watch, and learn from your tutorial video. I think this library deserves having more video tutorials. Thanks 😎👍🏻

​@@LeandroGardiniWill the tutorial use some expensive spatialization tools like MIR Pro 3D? I love the sound here but I'm afraid I might lack the tools for the job

Good news. No expensive plugins are required. Just your sharp ability.

@@LeandroGardini Awesome, looking forward to it since my SM Strings have been sitting unused for a while

It's fairly easy to place it on a virtual stage. However, if you are referring to matching it with other string libraries, some work must be done.

@@LeandroGardini I was also asking about that, yes. Thanks. Same as their brass bundle I suppose?

Compared with the strings, I consider their brass easier to match with other libraries. With the right technique though, SM brass and Infinite Brass match seamlessly. I have one recent video demonstrating both interacting with each other.

@@LeandroGardini I see, i'll go check that video. Do you still use Samplicity's verb to place your VIs? I'm still thinking about getting this one from time to time !

@@JeremieFriez yes, I use it sometimes.

Thank you. It’s infinite brass.

I guess it was my kid.😆

It depends on the situation. I pull CC25 down to 0 whenever I feel there's a specific transition I want on the legatos. But it's not very often, though.

I cannot tell because I have to showcase many other libraries. But SM is part of my main libraries. Did you sign up for the course?

@@LeandroGardini I haven’t signed up to the course yet, but if I knew more Samplemodeling tutorials like the above are in your course then I’d certainly consider it.

Beyond teaching how to use specific sample libraries, what I teach in Scoring Tools Masterclass are principles that can be applied to any tool.

​@@LeandroGardini Good to know. I have one final question please... from your videos it seems you draw in modulation and expression manually with the mouse after you've first entered in the notes, is that correct? So you play in the notes with a modulation/expression at a set vallue first, then after add the modulation and expression with your mouse, yes?

You are correct!

The highest velocities and intended to trigger the portamento, not another higher dynamic. You may use them sparingly only when you want port.

Thank you! Cheers!

We all have different experiences and results; and none are rules set in stone.

I don't own Vista, but as far as I can tell, except for the ensemble size, they sound similar. If you have many other string libraries I would save money on this one. Especially that the librry needs important features like legato and vibrato control.

Thanks for the tip!

Vista is a chamber sized orchestra and Pacific Ensemble Strings is Symphonic Orchestra

The library is very consistent, especially on the crossfades. However, it lacks basic features like legato and vibrato control. It will be a waste if Jasper never update it.

@@LeandroGardini I don't understand your comment. Pacific certainly has legato. A very nice legato.

I meant legato control.