Striking Strings Glissandi

• Features real-time controllable string risers, allowing independent customization of pitch, articulations, and dynamics.
• Includes six distinct articulations with a crossfade function for up to 36 unique glissando combinations.
• Offers three dynamic layers (mp, ppp, fff) and customizable audio mixing options.
• Recorded with 2 mic positions and 1 custom-made impulse response for enhanced sound quality.

Product Overview

Striking Strings Glissandi is designed for real-time control over string glissandi, also known as string risers. It features a range of articulations and dynamic layers, allowing for expressive transitions that evoke tension in orchestral compositions.

Details

The library includes multiple string instruments, such as violas, violins, cellos, and basses, with options for both tonal and cluster articulations. Users can create glissandi in six distinct articulations, with the ability to crossfade between them, resulting in up to 36 unique combinations. The dynamics are adjustable through a slider, curve controller, and accent controller, offering three dynamic layers: mezzo-piano (mp), pianississimo (ppp), and fortississimo (fff). A linking feature allows for synchronization of dynamics with the glissando, enhancing the expressiveness of the performance.

Sound quality is emphasized through collaboration with musicians and engineers, utilizing advanced recording techniques. Users can customize their audio mix by adjusting spot, stage, and reverb channels to suit their preferences.6.8 or higher and is compatible with both Windows and MacOS systems. Overall, Striking Strings Glissandi serves as a powerful tool for composers looking to incorporate dynamic string risers into their scores.