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SYMPHONIC CHOIRS
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Symphonic Choirs is an ambitious and powerful instrument capable of recreating the sound of a real choir with an incredible degree of realism. Nothing else quite delivers the control, sonic quality, and flexibility that SC offers. If you absolutely, positively must have the most natural and realistic choir (and you can’t afford to hire one), Symphonic Choirs is really the only choice, a clear Key Buy.
— KEYBOARD
Imagine typing words into your computer, in any language, and hearing a world class Symphonic Choir sing those words in any key(s) you play "live" on your keyboard controller! Well imagine no more, that's exactly what this revolutionary "award-winning" virtual instrument does. In addition, the Platinum edition (Gold edition has one mic position and is 16-bit) is the first 24-bit Choir virtual instrument to include three simultaneous stereo mic setups (close, stage and hall), so users can mix any combination of mic positions to control ambience. The Choirs were recorded in the same concert hall, by the same team as the EastWest/Quantum Leap Symphonic Orchestra and blend perfectly with EWQLSO.
To achieve the feel of a live concert hall performance, each instrument and section was recorded with three mic positions: close, stage (conductor‘s position) and hall. By selecting different mic positions, users can mix these sounds together to create any kind of natural ambience their project requires. This eliminates the need for artificial reverb.
The Symphonic Choirs Expansion (Voices of the Apocalypse content) was recorded separately, at 24-bit resolution with a single mic position.
Wordbuilder, now built into EastWest's Play software, is the word building software that enables Symphonic Choirs and Symphonic Choirs Expansion users to type in words for the Choirs to sing. This revolutionary software also includes a pop-down menu that includes popular pre-built phrases that you can load instantly. This is a real time saver for those on a tight deadline. The phrases have been optimized for each Choir. The phrases menu is customizable so you can add your own phrases to WordBuilder for quick and easy access. This is the most powerful vocals solution available.
Awards
G.A.N.G. (GAME AUDIO NETWORK GUILD) "SAMPLE LIBRARY OF THE YEAR AWARD"
ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN "EDITOR'S CHOICE" AWARD
KEYBOARD MAGAZINE "KEY BUY" AWARD
Features
New wordbuilder software built into Play (plus new pre-built phrases and words)
Extended ranges (Sopranos - D3 to E5, Altos - F2 to A4, Tenors - C2 to D4, Basses B0 to D3)
Intuitive custom interface
Intelligent Performance section including Portamento, Repetition, Legato, Round Robin Reset
Improved articulation window and controls
On screen mic position mixing
State of the art Convolution Reverb with pre-delay and additional Master control to route reverb to all instruments in an instance
Convolution includes hall choir was recorded in for additional control of hall ambience
Intelligent release trail engine that follows the note-on samples volume at all times, so release trails always match
Release trails unaffected by mod-wheel cross-fade programs, radical mod-wheel movements do not degrade release trails
Recall custom key-switches instantly
Key-switch sizes now unlimited
State of the art sound quality with high-resolution audio engine
Hi fidelity one pole filter for natural cross-fades
Stereo image editing now possible using channel sourcing
Completely re-programmed for EastWest's PLAY software from the original recordings
The Symphonic Choirs package is a true breakthrough product that will forever change the way that producers work. This is not an ordinary sample library but a highly realistic and expressive vocal instrument that ushers in a new era of creative power.— FUTURE MUSIC
The PLAY Edition of Symphonic Choirs has extended the ranges of the SATB sections. The new ranges are:
Sopranos
Altos
Tenors
Basses
D3 to E5
F2 to A4
C2 to D4
B0 to D3
The ranges for the Boys Choir and solo singers are as follows:
Boys
Solo Soprano
Solo Alto
Solo Boy
C3 to B4
E3 to D5
E2 to G3
Bb2 to Bb4
Articulations
Symphonic Choirs puts five complete choir sections at your fingertips. In addition to Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, Basses, and Boys choir, you get solo Soprano, Alto, and Boy singers.
Choirs
The SATB and Boys sections are all compatible with WordBuilder, described at right, and give you the ability to have your choir sing the words you type. When used in WordBuilder, these sections have four articulations: sustained, legato, staccato, and slur. The articulation can be set on the fly using a keyswitch.
Also included are simplified vowel patches and effects including the following:
Ah-Ih-Eh
Cluster Effects
Cluster Oh
Ee-Oh-Eh
Falls
Shouts
Whispered Words
Soloists
Three solo singers are also included. While not compatible with WordBuilder, you get a variety of articulations for each singer:
Soprano
Alto
Boy
ah Non Vib
ah Exp Vib
mm Exp Vib
oh Non Vib
oh Exp Vib
oo Non Vib
oo Exp Vib
ah Exp Vib
ah Non Vib
ah Exp Vib Slur
oh Exp Vib Slur
ee Exp Vib
mm Exp Vib
oh Exp Vib
oh Non Vib
oh Exp Vib 2
oo Non Vib
oo Exp Vib
ah Non Vib
ah Non Vib Slur
oh Non Vib
oh Non Vib slur
oo Non Vib
Random Syllables 1-4
WordBuilder
WordBuilder™ is the word building software that enables Symphonic Choirs users to type in words for the Choirs to sing.
WordBuilder: User interface (magnify...)
Features
WordBuilder lets you type in words in English for the Choirs to sing. For added detail, you can use WordBuilder's internal phonetic language, VoTox. With VoTox you get complete control over each phoneme. Adjust timing, volume, and crossfade to get just the sound you need. The "Learn" function adapts WordBuilder's timing to your playing to give you even greater control over crossfades and complex pronunciation.
The "Phrases" pop-up menu includes 28 popular Latin phrases that you can load instantly. Many choirs sing in Latin so this can be a real time saver for those on a tight deadline. The phrases have been optimized for each Choir. The Phrases menu is completely customizable so users can add their own phrases to the menu for quick and easy access.
Symphonic Choirs Expansion
The Symphonic Choirs Expansion expands the content of Symphonic Choirs with the best samples from Quantum Leap Voices of the Apocalypse. Voices of the Apocalypse has FFF, heavy vibrato vowels that go beyond what is currently in Symphonic Choirs. So the Symphonic Choirs Expansion lets you crossfade from the loudest Symphonic Choirs vowels into the FFF Voices of the Apocalypse vowels. The result is a well integrated sound that can only be described as MASSIVE. Because Voices of the Apocalypse was also recorded with wordbuilding in mind, these new expansion patches also work with Wordbuilder. The Symphonic Choirs Expansion also includes the ever popular Angels and Demons samples from Voices of the Apocalypse.
Men's and Women's FFF vowels (ah, ih, uh, oh, oo, eh, ee) are included as well as the "Angels" and "Demons" patches from the original Voices of the Apocalypse.
The additional VOTA content was recorded at 24-bit resolution with a single mic position. The Symphonic Choirs Expansion is available as an add-on for $79.95 (€59).
Play
EastWest's PLAY software is a 64-bit Advanced Sample Engine (plug-in or standalone).
Symphonic Choirs: User interface (magnify...)
Multiple Mic Positions
All instruments were sampled with three different mic positions (platinum edition only), allowing you to mix together any combination of mics using the interface for the ultimate in real-time tone and ambiance control. This feature enables you to customize the sound of the choir to your own requirements.
Please note: while most computers suitable for running professional music software will run one of the mic positions (what you typically get with other choir libraries), you should have a recommended system or above to have all options available.
Mic Mixer
Control all mic positions for the orchestra, choirs, pianos, and other instruments with multiple mic positions with the built-in mic mixer
Now taken a step further, do it right in the patch
Load, unload, adjust, pan, mute mic positions as you wish
As Beautiful As It Sounds
Interface designed to eliminate clutter, including only the controls needed for each individual virtual instrument
All instruments are listed in one browser
Easy to use browser displays all of your instruments
Favorites section to group the instruments you use most
Preview your instrument of choice in an easy-to-use column viewer
Interface automatically changes to display current instrument
Articulations
Forget browsing through complicated patch names: pick the instrument and play
Turn on/off articulations as you wish
Articulations list also serves as reference for all expressions within the instrument (no need to look up key-switches in charts)
Save your favorite configuration for quick retrieval
Legato Detection
PLAY senses legato and repetitive playing and responds accordingly
Stereo Handling
PLAY allows the user to manipulate stereo samples in very useful ways
Stereo Swap allows the user to instantly swap the left and right channels
Mono from left , Mono from right, or Mono Sum allow for instant conversion from stereo to mono
Playback Engine
Highest quality resampling engine
Built from the ground up to create the most intuitive instruments possible
EastWest/Quantum Leap now design instruments every step of the way without compromise
Effects Engine
The best sounding and most powerful effects engine out there, built from the ground up for the highest possible quality
Reverb section includes multiple impulse responses from halls, and the famous EastWest Studios and live chambers (more RIAA certified Platinum and Gold records awarded than any other studio)
The smoothest filters you'll ever hear
Platforms and Hosts
AU, AAX, VST, Standalone, Mac OS 10.7 or above, Windows 7 or above, 64-bit
Natively supported in all major hosts on all major operating systems - PLAY no matter what your platform
More native support than any other plug-in
Standalone: PLAY as many instruments as your computer can handle in one application
Summary
PLAY isn't just a sampler. The PLAY SYSTEM is a professional, fully integrated sample playback software solution for those with the most demanding production requirements.
The highest sound quality (ground-up effects, highest quality interpolation)
The best virtual instruments from the multiple award-winning EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP producers
The most intuitive controls, custom designed for each library
Complete portability
Choirs Expansion
Symphonic Choirs Expansion
The Symphonic Choirs Expansion expands the content of Symphonic Choirs with the best samples from Quantum Leap Voices of the Apocalypse. Voices of the Apocalypse has FFF, heavy vibrato vowels that go beyond what is currently in Symphonic Choirs, so the expansion lets you crossfade from the loudest Symphonic Choirs vowels into the FFF Voices of the Apocalypse vowels. The result is a sound that can only be described as MASSIVE. Because Voices of the Apocalypse was also recorded with wordbuilding in mind, these new expansion patches also work with Wordbuilder. The Expansion also includes the ever popular Angels and Demons samples from Voices of the Apocalypse.
This is a must have expansion! (PLAY Edition of Symphonic Choirs is required).
The Symphonic Choirs Expansion was recorded at 24-bit resolution with a single mic position. The Expansion is available as an add-on for $75
G.A.N.G. (GAME AUDIO NETWORK GUILD) "SAMPLE LIBRARY OF THE YEAR AWARD"
Reviews
Every year we have to readjust our categories to reflect changes in the industry, and this is no exception. What once might have been a sound library now is more than that because it includes a playback engine. Symphonic Choirs is extremely impressive, and we're delighted to give it an award.
— ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN (EDITOR'S CHOICE AWARD)
Symphonic Choirs is an ambitious and powerful instrument capable of recreating the sound of a real choir with an incredible degree of realism. Nothing else quite delivers the control, sonic quality, and flexibility that SC offers. If you absolutely, positivelymust have the most natural and realistic choir (and you can’t afford to hire one), Symphonic Choirs is really the only choice, a clear Key Buy.
— KEYBOARD
The Symphonic Choirs package is a true breakthrough product that will forever change the way that producers work. This is not an ordinary sample library but a highly realistic and expressive vocal instrument that ushers in a new era of creative power.
— FUTURE MUSIC
The sound is superb. This is an amazing product.
— PRO AUDIO REVIEW
Symphonic Choirs takes the 'virtual' choir to a new level. The sound quality of the sample library is simply magnificent; these sounds would add class to any musical production. As with East West's recent world and ethnic instrument library, Ra, I think you can expect to hear Symphonic Choirs coming to a film score near you soon. Highly recommended!
— SOUND ON SOUND
An epic step forward in the evolution of the sampled choir, Choirs delivers an Oscar-winning performance that could grace any soundtrack. - 10/10
— MUSIC TECH
EWQL Symphonic Choirs sets a new standard for choir sample libraries.
— MUSIC4GAMES
The gigantic sound quality makes Symphonic Choirs an essential part of every top studio. Even though this much quality is not available for pocket money, you cannot avoid getting this product if you need perfect choir material. Quality 5/5, Creativity factor 5/5, Production 5/5, Booklet 5/5, Overall 5/5
— PC & MUSIC
System Requirements
Up to 40 GB Free Hard Disc Space
Symphonic Choirs Expansion requires an additional 800MB of Hard Disc Space
Symphonic Choirs — PLAY Edition is required in order to use the Symphonic Choirs Expansion
Below are the minimum and recommended hardware and software specifications for using Opus on Windows and MacOS systems.
MINIMUM SYSTEM
CPU: Quad-core (four cores), running at 2.7 GHz (or above)
RAM: 16 GB
OS: macOS 10.13 (or later); Windows 10 with ASIO sound drivers
Drive: SSD for HW Orchestra Opus Edition
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM
CPU: Octa-core (eight cores), running at 2.7 GHz (or above)
RAM: 32 GB or more
OS: macOS 10.13 (or later); Windows 10 with ASIO sound drivers
Drive: NVMe SSD
The chart below outlines the MacOS and Windows 64-bit operating systems and sequencers that are officially supported and fully tested with the latest version of Opus. Please note that while most Sequencers / DAWs are VST 2, VST 3, AU and AAX plug-in format compatible, only those listed in the chart below are officially supported.
Product
Version
MacOS (10.13+)
Windows 10
EW Play 6 Stand-Alone
6.0+
YES
YES
EW Opus Stand-Alone
1.0+
YES
YES
Ableton Live
10.0+
YES
YES
Apple Logic Pro
10.0+
YES
-
Apple Garageband
10.3+
YES
-
Avid Pro Tools
2018.1+
YES
YES
Bitwig Studio
3.0+
YES
YES
Cockos Reaper
6.0+
YES
YES
Image-Line FL Studio
20+
YES
YES
Motu Digital Performer
9.0+
YES
YES
Steinberg Cubase(1)
9.0+
YES
YES
Steinberg Nuendo(1)
8.0+
YES
YES
Presonus Studio One
4.0+
YES
YES
VSL Vienna Ensemble Pro
6.0+
YES
YES
Notation Software(2)
Version
Avid Sibelius
2018.1+
YES
YES
MakeMusic Finale
25.0+
YES
YES
Steinberg Dorico
3.0+
YES
YES
(1) VST3 usage is recommended
(2) Sibelius / Finale / Dorico notation programs work with Opus, but do not support the full feature set of some Opus/Play Libraries, such as those that use WordBuilder. Please contact support for details.
