Very nice sounds. Note: I haven't yet had the opportunity to stress-test their creative limits in context of a composition (e.g., attempted emulation of recorded performances of real string players) since I am in the process of learning to use a DAW. My biggest concern is coming up to speed with the Kontact 8 Player and developing a mental map of its features (that is, a general theory of operation and set of best practices that would enable honest stress testing). It sometimes doesn't do what I want in instances where I think I am simply repeating a set of instructions that earlier had yielded successful operation (like getting multiple instruments to play at once by clicking on the "M" box (given a choice of "S" or "M")). The Kontact Player is probably subtle but not malicious.

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Having loved the BBC Symphony Orchestra bundle I was looking for solo instruments. The demo sounds very impressive, but the actual sounds are HUGELY disappointing. Whoever made the demo is a genius. For quite a large sum of money, it’s not good enough. Not happy.
still not able to access in Ableton Live or Dorico
Realistic and more intimate, great for film scoring. You do have to use a lot of parameters to get the sound you want but once you do it sounds gorgeous.
Excellent for string quartets, even for contemporary music.
Great sound quality! The precise control of the CCs really sealed the deal. This is my top choice for chamber music. While it has a learning curve, once you get the hang of it... Wow!
Excellent!
Great sounds, i just wish it had it's own dedicated plugin like the bbc orchestra. The kontakt player feels and looks outdated
GREAT SOUND AND REALISM ! Nothing more to say than "Thank you Spitfire" !
I understand that a lot of man hours were spent to produce such an excellent sounds, but on the other hand I find the price a bit high for a loyal customer to you.
Great quality samples, solid investment.
One of the best Library on the Web…
the must !
If you want add that little extra something to a track with some string accents, or you want to write a rich melody, this is definitely a winner!
Very good sound quality with realism, but for me this quintet is definitly made to match with strings ensemble (because it's realy a part of it), then it can't stand alone in the large space of air studio. the close mic sound very close but there is a lot of reverb in the background. I recommand to be clear with your projet because this quintet is not versatil, it's the best choice to give more life to a clasical string ensemble. I like the virtuoso especialy the legato patch very effective. It could be great move Solo Strings from Kontakt to spitfire platform (the dedicated plugin) to increase the workflow.
LOVE IT as usual!!!!
Very easy to use and sounds amazing.
A must have for solo strings composition
This is a really useful composing tool. Spitfire Solo Strings gives me the ability to clearly define melodic lines above a textural bed of strings or other instruments. The legato is very expressive and easy to play.
I Purchased Spitfire Solo Strings for the wide range of playing techniques. Samples are very realistic! I think it is a very valid product both for creating mockups and for productions, especially for independent productions where it is often necessary to produce music completely in the box. I'm using the library for a project that also involves vintage synthesizer emulators and I have to say that Solo Strings are the best choice I could make. Ciao from Italy!
