cinematic studio series

Hey guys, I am starting to study orchestral writing with a teacher. I already have plenty of libraries and my main template is pretty big but we are mostly gonna be working through Zoom, so I would like to have a simpler setup. I would like to have strings, woodwinds and brass that I can just...

Hi All. I'm very much used to Expression Maps but I wanted to try more old school approach and build a template with all articulations on separate tracks. So I started with CSS and I put 16 instances of Violins 1 into single Kontakt multi, I set every patch to hold only one articulation and...

So for context, I got Cinematic Studio Brass a few weeks ago, and I'm planning on getting Cinematic Studio Woodwinds next - probably within today or tomorrow. For some bizarre reason, I can't find any discount code anywhere. I don't know if it's in a hidden folder or something, or if I somehow...

Hey Guys, With this mockup, I want to push my libraries and my ability to use them to their limits, and what better piece to do that with than The Battle of Coruscant! Feel free to ask me what libraries I used, what techniques and how I organize the whole thing in my DAW (FL Studio but...

Hey, i recently bought Cinematic studio strings because the sound is just georgous and you can do soo much with it, i bought it together with CS solo strings. But the legato from CSS is very bad for faster passages, for example the star wars main title string part. Here is what i mean, i...

First I want to thank @Alex W for making these libraries, as well as updating them so they've become even better 🙏 I've used CSS since it came out, and it's been the library that made me want to write orchestral music again (cause it just sounds more real to me). Adding a few live instruments...

As someone who mainly uses Cinematic Studio stuff (CSS, CSB, CSW) and had recently just finished my collection with CSW, I'd love to hear the tips and tricks you've discovered for this series! It could be anything from programming tips, mic mixes, mixing tips, etc. Feel free to share them here :)

Hi, I wanted to put my good old Soaring Strings to the test and this is what I got: It still holds up well in my opinion. Instruments used : - Hum...

I recently acquired Virtual Sound Stage and am using it with my core orchestral libraries Cinematic Studio Series (CSS/CSB/CSW) and BBC Symphony Orchestra percussion. I really like how it brings clarity to my orchestration however the feedback I've gotten on some of my mixes is that it's "too...

Hey all, In another thread on VI-C I'm promoting the launch of a new template for The Cinematic Studio Orchestra template, now live on Logic Pro and as of today on Studio One 5 and 6. As part of this new DAW release, I'm very excited to announce that we will be giving away one copy of each of...

Hello everyone, I've been trying something a little different lately. I don't usually write this kind of epic, hybrid stuff, but you have to push the envelope once in a while! The result is that (very) short track : Instruments used : Cinematic Studio Series : Strings, Brass, Woodwinds...

CineSaga's Cinematic Studio Series Template https://www.cinesaga.com/cinematic-studio-series-template Enhance your music with CineSaga's bespoke, pre-mixed template. We carefully matched iconic recordings from the likes of John Williams, Alan Silvestri and Hans Zimmer at London's Abbey Road...

Hello, so I have started using this amazing library but right at the very start it gave me problem regarding Modwheel/CC1. So this happens if I wanna use staccato or pizzicato tab. In Cinematic Studio Strings everything works fine but in Solo even if I'm using modwheel or modulation in Editor it...

Behold, my latest attempt at rearranging metal songs for orchestra. I, of course, had to dial back a decent chunk of weedly-weedlies and double kick to make things a bit more believable but the energy is definitely still there. Unfortunately I don't think the trombone or cello players would...

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I have been dreaming of getting the full Cinematic Studio Series for a while, and it's looking like I will be able to buy it by the end of the year. One thing that baffles me, is that there are many fabulous demos by Alex Wallbank of the separate libraries, but I can not seem to find a demo that...

I'm looking into getting Cinematic Studio Solo Strings. I know there are expression maps that exist for Dorico and Cinematic Studio Solo Strings, but I haven't been able to find any demos that weren't created inside of a DAW... can anyone attest to how they work together (and even better show a...

This is my first cover I've ever attempted. The original song is from The Contortionist, a prog metal band, so adapting it all to orchestra was a wacky good time (especially the 7/8 against 3/4 at the end). Sample libraries are all Cinematic Studio series and Cineperc for percussion duties...

Here is the full orchestrated version of my last sketch, written initially for piano, with choir and woodwinds in mind. Link to high-quality audio: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mzZn... Piano-reduction: https://youtu.be/6XsPl4cr4MI https://cinematicstudioseries.com Recorded using...

I know the question "how important is having libraries from the same room" has been discussed many times before. But in the context of Black Friday shopping, I wanted to ask about a combo I've heard a lot about: Strings: CSS Brass: CineBrass Woodwings: BWW Percussion: CinePerc For Black...

Hi everyone! Made this mockup of James Newton Howards score from Treasure Planet. One of my favorite childhood movies. Don't want to make this an advertisement. Just wanted feedback on the mockup itself! Best, Rico

There’s been a lot of talk about spatial positioning software lately (much thanks to @Cory Pelizzari 's excellent Youtube reviews and @Joël Dollié 's brilliant tutorials). After trying out different alternatives, I recently purchased Precedence and Breeze 2 from 2CAudio. As I couldn’t find many...

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Hey friends! For those of you on the fence about this developer and whether or not you think the libraries are worth the investment, I put together a super short video demoing the patches so you can decide for yourself. In case you're curious, the strings and woodwinds are my go-to, while for...

This is the first video in a small series on how I use Divisimate as a tool when writing orchestral music. The template is based upon these libraries: https://cinematicstudioseries.com Recorded using a breath-controller: https://www.tecontrol.se/ Project Files: https://cutt.ly/rRB4zRl Hope...

I'd like to buy my first orchestral library this BF or Christmas. I'm interested in writing music for games/film. Regarding my tastes at the moment: John Williams - Hedwig's Theme Howard Shore - Old Friends David Arnold - Opening Titles (BBC series Sherlock) Jeremy Soule - Reign of the Septims...

I threw a piece together just now to demonstrate the problem. The libraries that I use (Cinematic Studio Strings/Brass/Woodwinds) seem to be pretty quiet, but increasing the volume to my liking just makes the hissing more apparent. Leaving the volume at 0 dB leaves the mix sounding quiet, even...

I am seeking for a refreshment of orchestra libraries.. A new start so to speak. Current libs, is a frankstein of all kinds.. and i want to make it a bit more less frankenstein. Before you say: but The bbc so options written below are considered a frankenstein setup, it kind of is.. but i...

I'm working on an orchestral piece in Reaper right now, and the volume of the hissing increases with the dynamics being played by my CS Strings, Brass, and Woodwinds. I otherwise love these libraries, but they really add up to bothersome hiss for me. I've tried using close mics, but I'm not a...

I would like to share with you my latest mockup done with mainly Cinematic Studio Series libraries. I really enjoyed doing this. This is one of my favorite soundtrack from John Williams. Hope VI Control followers will like it. Libraries used: - Cinematic Studio Woodwinds (CSW) - Cinematic...

Hello everyone ! So i've been listening a lot of epic hybrid orchestral music lately, and i thought it would be a good idea to give a try making one myself. Some of you will understand from where i took inspiration. I used in order Woods : Berlin (just the flutes and piccolo for accents and...

Hi all, what are the best mic settings for CSW for a chamber sound? I find the mix mic too up front for that purpose even after adding reverb. I ended up mixing the main mic with a bit less of the overhead in my demo featuring CSW. Did I go wrong?

Hello all! I am new to the forum but have read many posts on here for info about sample libraries and whatnot. I am just getting started in composing for film/tv/video games. I purchased Albion One a while ago and have done a number of pieces with it. I am not super happy with it tbh. The...

Get it here: https://cinematicstudioseries.com/woodwinds/

Get it here: https://cinematicstudioseries.com/woodwinds/

So we have now found out that not only Vista Strings are coming soon, but also LASS 3.0 (Modern Scoring Strings ) and Cinematic Studio Woodwinds. We have heard demos from CSW and Vista and most agree they sound excellent. A lot of people love Lass , so the sequel looks like it should be a...

Hello! Since there is a lot of sales atm, I've been thinking about getting some renowned realistic and versatile orchestral libraries. My main goal is to make cinematic music, so mainly soundtracks varied in dynamics, however, I would like to be able to make those "epic cinematic" pieces with...

Hello I am experiencing a problem with the legato switch in CSB. When I switch the legato mode, the other midi channels in the same Kontakt Instance switch the legato mode too. (but only when I press the space bar to start the playback) Am I missing something? I attached a video where you can...

Hi, i have recently bought the full Cinematic Studio Series and working on setting up templates for it. I've had some problems with the trills, when i load up first violins in CSSS they work as they're supposed to. But when i load up any other intsruments and play the trills it only works if i...

Hey Everyone! Back again with a quick youtube video. I picked up CSS as my first string library after seeing all the love it was getting on the forum. It definitely didn't disappoint! I've since acquired others, but always come back to this one. The legato scripting is just so smooth. I wrote...

Get it here: https://www.cinematicstudioseries.com/brass.html

Hi, I post here the first five pieces that I shared on internet (a part from a 30 seconds piece of one year ago.) Here is the link to the SoundCloud playlist: To make these pieces I used: Reaper with OTR Cinematic Studio Strings Cinematic Studio Solo Strings Cinematic Studio Brass Ivory II...

Hey all. I've written a long and detailed explanation on how to build Cubase Expression Maps that work with CSS. Due to the way CSS (and all the Cinematic Studio Series instruments) is built, having a proper way to control it via Expression Maps is not straightforward. You can find it here...

I've long been excited about the idea of berlin brass as my new workhorse for brass, but the recent release of CSB has caused me to think twice about purchasing it as a christmas gift to myself. I recently got CSS and was really impressed-even more than I had thought I would be. What lured me in...

Well, I barely had time to compose during the last months but I still try my best to finish something and to improve my composing. This track turned out something between Korngold and E.T. I guess?? I hope you like it anyways! best wishes Jorgo

Edited original post to reflect the shift in focus of this thread to one particular issue: Looking at getting either SCS or CSS for black friday (SCS will be 25% off so around $500 and CSS will be 20% off so around $320) but had a quick question: I noticed that both SCS and CSS are recorded...

Hello, I recently rewatched the 1992's Dracula Movie, and I just love its soundtrack. So I stole the key and the alto flute and the em9-chord from Mina's and Dracula's Theme and did the usual dramatic thing that I always want to do. Some JW's across the stars orchestration is included ofc:D...

Hey, spend a lot of time creating an "old style" hollywood introduction (considering its length maybe the most time I've spend for a composition). I know it could've been a little "less", the ideas more simple, but at some point I couldn't go on anymore. The main inspiration was "The Sea Hawk"...

Hello there, this is my try on a rather symphonic opening movement than poem, as I did once. It's called utopia because it somehow has this kind of "forced" enthusiasm and I never thought it would be finishable, because its themes are really hard to fit together:D But I tried it anyways, just...

Huge fan of the Cinematic Studio Strings I picked up recently. I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas when the rest of the series is due for release. Their websites hints 'completion' in 2016. Do we assume that means 'release' as well?