Chris Hein Horns Pro Complete: The Ultimate Virtual Instrument Library for Brass & Woodwind
Chris Hein Horns Pro Complete is the most comprehensive virtual instrument library for Brass & Woodwind instruments, designed for use in Jazz, Pop, Big-Band, Funk, and even Cinematic & Orchestral productions. This library offers 54 solo instruments and 32 section instruments across four volumes, featuring different instrument groups that work harmoniously together. The latest Pro update introduces phase-synchronized samples, providing perfect velocity crossfades for smooth transitions from soft to loud dynamics.
Key Features:
- Extensive Instrument Collection:
- 54 Solo Instruments & 32 Section Instruments
- Instruments include Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophones, Flute, and more
- Over 80,000 samples (approximately 44GB of content)
- Innovative Performance Capabilities:
- Phase-Synchronized Samples for seamless velocity blending
- Dynamic Crossfades for smooth transitions from piano to forte
- Full dynamic range for expressive performances
- Advanced Articulation Management:
- Up to 38 articulations per instrument
- 18 different playing techniques with intuitive key-switching
- Highly customizable articulation presets for tailored sounds
- New Key-Switch Preset Management for quick access to preferred settings
- User-Friendly Interface:
- New Graphical User Interface for easy sound sculpting
- Real-time control via iPad/iPhone (using TouchOSC)
- Adjustable speed for all articulations to fit your composition’s tempo
- Enhanced Sound Design Tools:
- Transient Designer and Velocity Fade Filter for precise control
- Up to 16 Reverb Impulses for various acoustic environments
- Assignable Pitch-Bend for expressive effects like falls and shakes
- Optimized Memory Management:
- Customizable Hot-Key Management to minimize memory usage
- Unload articulations to save memory without compromising sound quality
- Expanded Articulation Options:
- Two independent, intelligent LFO Vibratos
- Auto-Vibrato and Auto X-Fade Modes for realistic tempo-synced performance
- Multiple velocity X-Fade Modes for ultimate control over dynamics
- Support for Live Performances:
- Real-time articulation triggering using key-switches and midi controllers
- Section Mode for combining solo instruments into full sections
- Hot-Key and Key-Switch Customization for live tweaking
- Professional-Level Sampling:
- Sampled by famous big-band musicians for authentic sound
- Detailed instrument playing styles such as Non-Vibrato, Vibrato, Singing, and even Shakuhachi Style for unique tonal colors
Volume Breakdown:
- Solo Instruments (Vol 1): Includes Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, and C Flute with over 4,000 samples.
- Brass & Woodwind Sections (Vol 2): Includes Sax Sections, Trumpet Sections, and Trombones for full orchestration.
- Muted Brass (Vol 3): Features Muted Trumpet and Muted Trombone sections for unique muted sounds.
- More Brass & Woodwinds (Vol 4): Includes Clarinet, Saxophones, Flugelhorns, and Alphorns for extended orchestral possibilities.
System Requirements:
Mac:
- macOS 10.14 or higher
- 64-bit
- Intel Core i5 or Apple M1 (native)
- 4GB RAM (6GB recommended)
Windows:
- Windows 10 or higher
- 64-bit
- Intel Core i5 or similar CPU
- 4GB RAM (6GB recommended)
Supported Interfaces:
- Mac (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
- Windows (64-bit): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AAX
I’m really impressed with the quality and realism of the horn sounds in this software, definitely worth the investment!
This horn sound library is top-notch – the realism and range are phenomenal, definitely worth the investment if you’re a serious musician.
Absolutely blown away by the quality of these horns, totally worth the investment! Would highly recommend to any serious musician.
This horn software exceeded my expectations – the sound quality is top-notch and the variety of options is impressive! Would highly recommend for any musician.
The sounds are so realistic, it’s like having a full brass section at my fingertips – definitely worth the investment!