Available for download, SONUSCORE Lyrical Cello Phrases is a virtual instrument and sample library for Native Instruments’ Kontakt. It provides the sound of a lyrical cello, and while it has a single-note legato layer, that’s not quite the point of this instrument. Instead, this instrument is built around the concept of a phrase instrument. The people at SONUSCORE enlisted cellist Mátyás Ölveti, whose dulcet tones are prominently featured in the Elder Scrolls Online MMO game. Mátyás played flowing, evocative melodies in every key, many scales, and in many modes—phrases which were impeccably recorded and organized by the developers into a layout that is easy to manipulate as you compose.

The idea is to connect all these themes into something wholly new; to that end, intuitive keyswitches have been provided to transition between themes, sections of themes, keys, and to some extent, the phrasing of these themes. While it is simple for any composer under a deadline to use this software for quick mockups, the developers of Lyrical Cello Phrases hope that you can, like a Musique Concrète composer—or hip hop producer—daisy-chain and layer phrases together to make unique expressions of your own. As such, this is a useful tool for composers working in video game and in film.

These phrases have been recorded rubato, so they do not conform to a conventional tempo. However, if you need them to line up to the grid, you can use the Speed parameter in the GUI to slow or accelerate the tempo of the phrase in real time, subtly nudging the phrase in time. This is MIDI-controllable, and you can assign it to your mod wheel or other compatible destination. 

An effects section provides a four band EQ, delay, reverb, and the ability to switch between long legato or short legato. Over 70 phrases were provided in all, spread amongst 12 themes. A full version of Native Instruments’ Kontakt version 5.6.8 or later is required to run Lyrical Cello Phrases, and the virtual instrument can operate on both Mac and Windows platforms. It will require just under 3.1GB of hard disk space. 

Lyrical Cello Phrases & Legato Samples    Just under 3.1GB    Over 70 Phrases    12 Themes    Major, Minor & Modal Themes    Intuitive Keyswitch Layout    Legato Single-Note Instrument    Ideal for Video Game & Film Composition    Requires NI Kontakt 5.6.8 & Later    Compatible with Mac & Windows Platforms

Related Questions and Answers

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A: The sample Pad 4 does feature velocity sensitive pads.

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A: volca sample has an increased memory of 200 memory slots; double its predecessor. 50 are left empty on factory settings so you can load either your own original or pre-made libraries. Pattern locations have also have been increased from 10 to 16. The new generation of volca sample comes with a brand new sound library that has been carefully curated to fit the needs of all music producers and beat makers everywhere. This great selection of 150 samples will take your production to the next level, making it possible to make tracks on the fly with sounds that will fit every genre, including recent ones such as Future bass, Trap, Lo-Fi hip hop, and many others!

Q: 3. Are these suitable for the EPSON 8550?

A: Yes, the Epson Signature Worthy Paper Sample Pack (8.5 x 11") BH #EPSPSWL14 is compatible with an Epson 8550.

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A: When I researched this question Epson told me that they only had a few ICC profiles. Its frustraiting and disappointing that Epson has limited ICC support. Ive used these papers with general settings like glossy and matte. Finally, I got RedRiver paper that offers ICC Profiles. Ive been happy with the result.

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A: The SamplePad 4 does not have MIDI in or out. You would be able to do this with the Alesis SamplePad Pro.

Q: 6. Can my epson P900 use these papers in the regular topside printing path, around 10.5 mil.?

A: The papers in the Hahnemuhle Glossy Sample Pack FineArt Assortment would feed in the front paper feeder. The P900 Epson can load fine art media, poster boards, and other thick media in the front paper feeder up to 0.011 inch (0.3 mm) thick.

Q: 7. Are these products suitable for an Epson 2200 printer

A: Yes, the paper is compatible with the Epson 2200 printer.

Q: 8. Are the papers labeled so you know which is which?

A: The papers in the Hahnemuhle Glossy Sample Pack FineArt Assortment (8.5 x 11", 16 Sheets) are labeled so you know which one's you prefer best for future ordering.

Q: 9. Is this paper archival quality?

A: Yes the Hahnemuhle Natural Line is archival quality.

Q: 10. can this product be used on glossy photo paper?

A: No, the Premier Imaging Eco Print Shield Protective Coating Sample Kit is designed for canvas prints.