I started out being very skeptical of Berlin Brass (after the honeymoon period after buying it of course!) because the library has some big limitations. Well, least the simpler articulations at any rate, as the FX patches are still pretty useful. I may still grab the 6FH patches for all the giant glory of that sound, but the solo and small ensemble patches for any of the other brass will likely be permanently retired. More or less, I plan to use these instead of Hollywood Brass for most situations when I come to grips with the controllers and mixing requirements. The added flexibility of 4 subtly unique timbres and "playing techniques" between players makes for a very believable ensemble, both in unison and multiple parts. So far, I only have to contend with my lack of familiarity with mixing dry ensembles for a larger context and gluing different libraries together, but I'm sure that won't be a problem for you if you're interested in the Chris Hein offerings.Īs to ensembles, there are simulations of up to 4 players for each section, which I think sound stellar together. The samples are dry, but absolutely pristine which I think is a welcome break from all the lingering idiosyncrasies of the Hollywood instruments.
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While it's been a bear to learn coming from my exclusively software and piano background (had to pick up a breath controller for the first time), the playability is on a new level for me. My expectations were very high and I can say happily that they were definitely met. However, I picked up the SampleModeling brass bundle just last week on Mike's glowing recommendation for the trumpet and horn products. I liked them, liked the ideas behind them, but didn't really need them. Well, with the exception of Berlin Brass and a few others that sparked my interest in terms of audio quality, although more for marketing hype and usage within Kontakt than general practicality or overall improvement.
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Having started with QLSO and Hollywood Brass a couple years ago and having used them to some success, I didn't think there was much better available. I'm in a transition period as far as brass goes.