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Orchestral Tools – Special Bows

Orchestral Tools – Special Bows

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Berlin Strings

Special Bows 1

Unlock new textures with Special Bows 1—a dedicated collection of unconventional articulations and playing styles.
From sul tasto’s subtle warmth to sul ponticello’s icy edge, these non-standard techniques can evoke singular moods
and inspire your compositions in unexpected ways.

With 8 first violins, 6 second violins, and 5 violas—all captured in situ with multiple mics, for a vivid,
realistic soundstage—Special Bows 1 can add unexpected nuance and depth to your arrangements. For even more
striking results, pair it with the celli and basses of Special Bows 2. Together, they’re anything but your
typical string section.

Highlights

Sul tasto (flautando) legato
Sul ponticello legato
Flageolet (harmonics)
Col legno
8 First violins
6 Second violins
5 Violas
Multiple mic positions
Recorded at the Teldex Scoring Stage

About the playing techniques

The unusual playing styles in Special Bows 1 can be used to evoke
specific moods and achieve surprising expressive effects.

Sul tasto

Sul tasto

The player places the bow over the end of the fingerboard for a soft, warm sound.

Sul ponticello

Sul ponticello

The player bows right next to the bridge for an eerie, icy, brittle tone, rich in harmonics.

Flageolet

Flageolet

The left hand lightly touches the bowed string, producing glassy overtones.

Col legno

Col legno

The player strikes the strings with the back of the bow for a dry, percussive, sound.

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New colors for your strings

Special Bows 1’s extended timbral palette can be used alone, paired with Special Bows 2,
or combined with Berlin Strings or Symphonic Strings to create a comprehensive, adaptable
ensemble of uncommon depth.

Like all products in the Berlin Series, Special Bows 1 was recorded at Berlin’s Teldex
Scoring Stage with all players seated in their traditional orchestral positions. Multiple
mic placements (Decca Tree, AB omni, a choice of spots, and surround) ensure a balanced,
spatially coherent sound that gels beautifully with other Orchestral Tools collections.

Specifications

  • Kontakt version: Works with Kontakt 5.5.1 full (Please note: Kontakt versions bought after Mar 23, 2021 can be upgraded to SINE for a support fee)
  • 24 bit / 48 KHz patches
  • System requirements SINE:
  • Mac OS 10.13, i5, 4 GB RAM (16+ GB recommended)
  • Windows 10, Intel Core i5 or similar (Windows 7 is not officially supported)
  • Interfaces: VST, AU
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10 reviews for Orchestral Tools – Special Bows

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  1. Ruby Matthews
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    I was blown away by the unique sounds and textures I was able to achieve with this set of special bows. Definitely worth the investment!

  2. Wesley Dixon
    Reviewer

    The samples in this collection were of excellent quality and provided a unique sound that added depth to my compositions – would definitely recommend!

  3. Brielle Davis
    Reviewer

    The Special Bows collection has really enhanced my string compositions, providing a range of unique and inspiring bowing techniques. Overall, I am impressed with the quality and variety offered in this sample library.

  4. Hudson Clarke
    Reviewer

    The sound quality is top-notch, really impressed with the range of articulations. Would highly recommend to any composer or producer looking to add depth to their orchestral scores.

  5. Adrian Turner
    Reviewer

    I am blown away by the realism and expression these bows bring to my compositions – definitely a game changer for my orchestral arrangement.

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