EastWest Hollywood Strings 2

Full Description

Emotional, intimate, raw

With Hollywood Strings 2, each note is mic'd closer than ever, capturing the subtle details and unique character of each string instrument. The library features multiple mic positions, including direct instrument attachments, allowing for a rich, immersive sound palette. This detailed approach ensures that Hollywood Strings 2 is ready for Atmos mixes, offering composers the flexibility to scale their sound from subtle nuances to full cinematic arrangements.

New strings, new room & a rich history

Recorded in the same studio that saw iconic productions from The Beverly Hillbillies to Metallica, Hollywood Strings 2 benefits from a setting known for its tight, vibrant acoustics. This new version brings a focus that its predecessor’s larger ensemble could not, making it ideal not only for film scores but also for genres as diverse as cinematic metal and heavy rock. The result is a string library that offers both historical depth and contemporary sharpness.

The original cast returns

The team that brought you the first Hollywood Strings—Doug Rogers, Nick Phoenix, and Shawn Murphy—reunites to surpass their original groundbreaking work. With decades of combined experience in sound production, they've crafted a library that marries the cinematic depth of the original with even greater control and clarity, meeting the needs of today's diverse music production landscape.

Legendary sounds by legendary talents

Under the expert engineering of Shawn Murphy, whose work spans major film franchises and award-winning scores, Hollywood Strings 2 offers a sound quality that stands on par with the best in cinema. This library not only reflects the high standards of its famous studio setting but also benefits from the historical impact of the talents behind it, making it a pivotal tool for composers aiming for the pinnacle of sound design and musical expression.

What’s included

Hollywood Strings 2 presents a comprehensive collection featuring 126 exquisitely detailed instruments, designed to elevate your musical projects with a variety of sonic options. This library includes industry-leading playable trills and runs, meticulously recorded for superior sound quality. Spanning more than 160 gigabytes of high-fidelity samples, each note delivers an exceptionally authentic experience, showcasing the true character of every instrument with extraordinary precision. Leveraging the advanced OPUS engine, Hollywood Strings 2 allows for immediate download of specific instruments, offering both flexibility and convenience to tailor your setup as needed.

• Six 1st Violins: Experience the refined sound of the first violins, featuring velvety legato, sharp spiccato, and clear detache articulations. Unlike other violin libraries that struggle to stand out in a mix, Hollywood Strings 2 violins blend seamlessly, thanks to their exceptional recording quality, allowing for easy EQ adjustments without the usual compromises.
• Four 2nd Violins: This smaller ensemble complements the first violins with its adaptability and textured sound, perfect for adding depth through doubling and harmonizing. The variable mic settings provide everything from pronounced, direct sound to more nuanced, cinematic tones, ensuring versatility in every recording.
• Four Violas: These violas deliver a warm, vibrant tone that can either command attention or subtly enhance other sounds. From robust pizzicato to dynamic spiccato, these instruments offer a range of articulations that bring realism and character to any track.
• Four Celli: From deep, resonant lows to bright, expressive highs, the cello section spans a full spectrum of sounds. Equipped with detailed mic placements and expressive control options like vibrato via the mod wheel, these celli adapt to a variety of styles and performances.
• Three Basses: Elevate your bass lines with the included double basses, known for their rich harmonics and powerful presence. From forceful staccato to smooth, melodic passages, these basses are recorded with precision to ensure clarity and impact without unwanted noise.
• Full Strings: Combining all 21 players, the full string ensemble offers a lush, bright sound across the entire frequency range. With three mood settings—Classic, Soft, and Epic—these strings are versatile enough to adapt to any musical genre or project.

Features

• Five detailed string sections, available as individual instruments or full string ensembles with 21 players
• Includes six 1st Violins, four 2nd Violins, four Violas, four Celli and three Basses
• Six recorded microphone positions to adjust the ambience level and sound to your project requirements
• Recorded in EastWest Studio 2 uses an array of close microphones and room microphones
• Several "Moods" alter the tone of the included instruments, including Soft, Classic and Epic for detailed, traditional and cinematic sounds respectively
• Powered by the innovative Opus software engine, harnessing a range of powerful effects and mixing tools
• Produced by industry veterans Nick Phoenix and Doug Rogers
• Each instrument features a wide range of articulations, from true legatos, repetitions, short notes, ornaments, crescendos, trills and much more
• Individual control over the level and pan of four microphone channels to precisely adjust the dimension of your sound
• High-resolution and streamlined interface lets you create faster and easier than ever
• Build your own Keyswitch instruments to create multi-articulation instruments on-the-fly
• Advanced automation

Specifications

• Operating system:
  • Mac: macOS 10.15 (or later)
  • Windows: Windows 10 with ASIO sound drivers
• CPU: Quad-core (four cores), running at 2.7 GHz (or above)
• RAM: 16GB
• HDD: HDD (7200 rpm, non-energy saving)
• Compatible programs:
  • Mac: EW Play 6 Stand-Alone 6.0+, EW Opus Stand-Alone 1.0+, Ableton Live 10.0+, Apple Logic Pro 10.0+, Apple Garageband 10.3+, Avid Pro Tools 2018.1+, Bitwig Studio 3.0+, Cockos Reaper 6.0+, Image-Line FL Studio 20+, Motu Digital Performer 9.0+, Steinberg Cubase(1) 9.0+, Steinberg Nuendo(1) 8.0+, Presonus Studio One 4.0+, VSL Vienna Ensemble Pro 6.0+, Avid Sibelius 2018.1+, MakeMusic Finale 25.0+, Steinberg Dorico 3.0+
  • Windows: EW Play 6 Stand-Alone 6.0+, EW Opus Stand-Alone 1.0+, Ableton Live 10.0+, Avid Pro Tools 2018.1+, Bitwig Studio 3.0+, Cockos Reaper 6.0+, Image-Line FL Studio 20+, Motu Digital Performer 9.0+, Steinberg Cubase(1) 9.0+, Steinberg Nuendo(1) 8.0+, Presonus Studio One 4.0+, VSL Vienna Ensemble Pro 6.0+, Avid Sibelius 2018.1+, MakeMusic Finale 25.0+, Steinberg Dorico 3.0+
• Product code: 1181-124