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

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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Native Instruments - Evolve Mutations 2
Ghost Syndicate Hebe
Keepforest – Modern Designer Toolkit
Terraform Drum Kit
Audiofier - Micron Series Morse Zone
EarthMoments - 5Elements
Cinetools Horror Collection
Sample Logic - Arpology X
Tech House Animals
Sample Tools by Cr2 – Underground Tech Bass
Strezov Sampling – Diamond Jazz Orchestra
Melted Vibes
Native Instruments - Analog Dreams 2.0.1
Hybrid Future Afrobeat
ASHRAM Afro House Downtempo 3
Authentic Soundware - Jazz Drums
Muze Effects
Deep Classic House Vol 1
Strezov Sampling - Harpsichord
Fracture Sounds - Spotlight Piano
Glitch Tape
Native Instruments - Emotive Strings
Audiofier - Modus & Forma Ambient Electric
Heavyocity – Scoring Acoustic Guitars Gravity Pack 07
Scarbee A-200
Impact Soundworks - Pearl Concert Grand
Native Instruments - Mallet Flux
Native Instruments - Action Strings
Mixwave – Tony Royster Jr
Spitfire Audio – GAZE
Richard Salter - Funky Tech & Deep Soul
Output - Analog Strings
Ultrasonic Martin Garrix Essentials Vol.1
Classic 90s House Vol2
Lo-Fi Glow
Sonokinetic – Orchestral Strings
Cinesamples - CineBrass Pro
Fracture Sounds - Hemisphere
Native Instruments - Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic 2
Fabian Mazur
Eternal Sounds Vol. 1
Heavyocity – NP01 Intimate Textures
El Barrio Orchestra By Basement Freaks
Soniccouture - Orchestral Chimes Collection
Big Fish Audio – Gold Label
Slap House Essentials Vol 1
Audentity Records - Modern Hip Hop
Spitfire Audio - Soft String Textures
Tropical Reggaeton 2
Native Instruments – Abbey Road 60s Drummer
SPOTLIGHT COLLECTION: MIDDLE EAST



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!
The samples in this collection were of excellent quality and provided a unique sound that added depth to my compositions – would definitely recommend!
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.
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.
I am blown away by the realism and expression these bows bring to my compositions – definitely a game changer for my orchestral arrangement.