HALion String Edition 2 1.0 review

HALion String Edition 2 is a breathtakingly realistic replication of a string orchestra, shoehorned into an easy-to-use VST instrument featuring state-of-the-art HALion 3 technology.

License: Comercialware OS: Mac OS X File size: 0K Developer: Steinberg Buy Now Price: $499.00 Updated: 18 Mar 2006

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HALion String Edition 2 is a breathtakingly realistic replication of a string orchestra, shoehorned into an easy-to-use VST instrument featuring state-of-the-art HALion 3 technology.

Though chock full of solo and ensemble double-basses, cellos, violas and violins sampled with high-end equipment, this library is remarkably easy to navigate. One of Europe’s finest symphonic orchestras played these instruments, and every conceivable standard technique is there for the asking.

HALion String Edition 2 gives you the tonal breadth and emotional depth of a string orchestra with unprecedented authenticity. Be it for a classic composition or a contemporary rock/pop arrangement, the strings sound you are looking awaits you right here.

Here are some key features of "HALion String Edition 2":
An entire symphonic string orchestra with solo and ensemble programs (9 GB sample library)
Unrivalled expressiveness, authenticity and dynamics
Suited for virtually every musical scenario and genre
Covers all the standard playing and bowing techniques, including legato, tremolo, pizzicato and spiccato
Numerous options for controlling bow direction, crescendo, sound parameters, and so forth
Real Ambience for natural 3D sound
Efficient use of system resources courtesy of state-of-the-art HALion 3 technology
Cross-platform (Mac/PC)
Supports all standard plug-in formats (VST, DXi, AU, Rewire) and standalone mode.

Requirements:
Power Mac G4 1 GHz Minimum
512 MB RAM
DVD drive required for installation
CoreAudio compatible audio hardware is required
Steinberg Key (copy protection device) and USB port required*
Internet connection required for license activation
For usage as plug-in, a VST (VST 2.3 or higher) or AU compatible host is required (AU hosting is compatible with Logic 7.1.1). For usage as Rewire slave device, a Rewire  compatible host is required.