Native Instruments' is a premium 38 GB contemporary string library developed in partnership with e-instruments . Designed specifically for pop, R&B, and modern scoring, it offers an intimate, detailed sound that serves as a focused alternative to massive orchestral libraries. Core Specifications & Ensemble Details
| Feature | Session Strings 2 | Session Strings Pro 2 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 12 players (4/3/3/2) | 22 players (8/6/4/4) | | Library Size | 8 GB | 38 GB | | Seating Positions | 1 | 2 (Traditional/Modern) | | Articulations | Standard Set | 26 articulations | | Smart Chord | Yes | Yes (+ 4 chord memory sets) | | Phrase Animator | Basic browser | Full customization | | Mixer Page | Presets only | Full editing capabilities | | Snapshot Presets | 50 | 100+ | | Price | More affordable | Higher, for professionals | Source: Data collated from Native Instruments feature comparison pages.
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Reviewers from sites like Sound on Sound and the VI-CONTROL forum highlight its clear, intimate sound but also note some limitations: Native Instruments Session Strings Pro 2 1.0 KONTAKT
Legato, portamento, espressivo, and vibrato control.
To prevent the "machine-gun effect" (where repeating short notes sound identical and fake), version 1.0 includes robust humanization controls. It randomizes subtle timing variations, pitch imperfections, and volume changes to replicate the natural inconsistencies of a live performance. Applications in Modern Music Production
is a professional-grade virtual instrument designed for creating intimate, contemporary string arrangements. Released as a significant update to the original Session Strings Pro, it features a meticulously sampled 22-piece ensemble and is optimized for genres like pop, R&B, dance, and modern scoring. Key Features and Specifications Native Instruments' is a premium 38 GB contemporary
: Provides per-section control over volume, panning, EQ, compression, and sends for reverb and delay.
: Two distinct recording setups are available: Traditional : Standard orchestral stereo placement.
: Features a 22-piece ensemble (8 violins, 6 violas, 4 celli, and 4 double basses). Users can choose between Traditional (orchestral) and (centered) seating positions. Articulations This public link is valid for 7 days
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Achieving realism in virtual string sequencing requires a wide array of playing techniques. Session Strings Pro 2 addresses this with an expansive collection of articulations. It covers fundamental performance types alongside specialized modern playing techniques: