{"id":6,"date":"2020-09-02T13:36:57","date_gmt":"2020-09-02T13:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/samplehunt-com.ibrave.host\/?p=6"},"modified":"2024-03-25T10:04:07","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T14:04:07","slug":"best-orchestral-vst","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/samplehuntcom.local\/best-orchestral-vst\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Orchestral VST: Ultimate Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
These days, choosing your music software is just<\/em> as important as choosing your DAW because you\u2019re committing to learning its features and idiosyncrasies. You might think that there aren\u2019t enough differences in software vendors\u2019 offerings on the surface, but choosing the right orchestral VST for you requires quite a bit of consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this article, we\u2019re going to take a look at the best orchestral VSTs on the market today and evaluate them with the sample-based producer in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re a generalist music producer or an enthusiastic orchestral music specialist, finding the perfect orchestral VST is a difficult task. Many of the software vendors offer music samples for you to evaluate the quality of the samples; however, the ease of use of the software and its workflow are also important to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to sample quality, we played the recordings on multiple sources and volumes, noting the audio fidelity, especially at extreme pitches and volumes. During your own evaluation, we recommend playing the samples with a focus on timbre, smoothness and realism as you adjust the pitch and volume. The instruments must be impeccably clear even at full blast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The next thing we evaluated was the speed of the software engine. In many cases the speed of the software is determined by the memory capacity of your machine. So, to avoid a slow-loading instrument, consider the minimum requirements of the VST. Additionally, we preferred the software instruments that were user-friendly. This means that the VSTs with great user-interfaces and simple navigation ranked higher in our evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be sure to choose an instrument with enough instruments and samples. In our testing, a 50 GB sound library for the orchestral VST would be fine for a home studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With over a dozen brands of orchestral VSTs in the market today, selecting your dream instrument is a real chore. So, to help you quickly make an informed decision, we have created an in-depth guide of some of the best orchestral VSTs in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Willing to invest in an all-in-one solution? Well, Native Instruments\u2019 Komplete 13<\/a> is arguably the best orchestral VST pack in the market. Loaded with plenty of orchestral instruments and more, this instrument is ideal for the jack-of-all trades producer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Native Instruments\u2019 Komplete 13 comes with a huge storage capacity of about 200GB which houses more than 13000 different sounds. Inside, you will also find a 45 product pack which includes additional software like UNA Corda, Strummed Acoustic, Reactor 6, Replika and many more. If you\u2019re looking for more than just orchestral samples, Komplete 13 offers the most value on this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n First on the list is the Miroslav Philharmonik 2<\/a>, one of the best orchestral VSTs available in the market. This powerhouse instrument comes packed with a large audio capacity (55 GB) worth of samples, data and loops. The library also features Miroslav Vitous’ breathtaking recordings of sounds and music performances by the Czech Philharmonik Orchestra at the famous Dvorak Symphony Hall. These legendary recordings give you quality samples enabling you to reproduce world-class orchestral sounds in your music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its unique multi-timbral workstations (16 in total) incorporates an array of carefully laid out instruments. The collection includes wind instruments, brass, and string. As for the user interface, the Philharmonik Orchestra VST features a top-notch layout, including easy to navigate menus enabling you to locate every sound quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The package includes a 34 classical DSP effect, 4 master effects, 4 insert effects for every instrument and patented ultra-quality reverb effects. With both the VST\/DAW and standalone programs installed, you also enjoy the benefit of choosing how to play your instrument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for the best value for the price you\u2019re paying, be sure to consider this pack from Garritan<\/a>. The software comes at an incredibly low price that should fit most budgets. Garritan Instant Orchestra is well regarded among music enthusiasts and boasts an authentic sample library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garritan is designed with an extensive choice of instruments which include strings, bass-octave tones, strings overlays and big hits. It also comes packed with additional sounds including ethereal textures, wild overlays, mega-hits, chaotic whirls, spooky wind textures, super-lush strings, slivery choirs, light glassy, harps, low-octave rumblings, glissandi, bombastic brass sections and chord clusters. Finally, Garritan also comes with an integrated ARIA player saving you from spending on a separate sample player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for the ultimate piano VST for your orchestral production? Well, Ivory II by Steinway and Sons<\/a> may be just what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ivory II provides high fidelity piano sounds. It features 18 high-velocity levels (for each piano), sensational string resonance, a pedal noise feature, timbre shifting, a lid position, a half pedalling function, a set of tuning tables and synth layers. With the above features and a 49GB memory full of memorable samples, this instrument will transform your music. Ivory II also features Harmonic Resonance Modelling, a feature that ensures authenticity in your final product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This VST also features timbre shifting, Parametric EQ settings and other syntax control layers, and is the top choice if you rely heavily on authentic piano samples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nHow We Selected the Best Orchestral VST<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Native Instruments Komplete 13<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2. Miroslav Philharmonik Orchestra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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3. Garritan Instant Orchestra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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4. Ivory II<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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5. Vienna Symphonic Library<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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