Aboutย AMATI VIOLA
Once installed, you will findย AMATI VIOLAย comes with two NKI instruments. Click theย Instrumentsย banner to show theย AMATI VIOLAย NKIs. Load the desired NKI on your KONTAKT or KONTAKT PLAYER browser by double-clicking the NKI.
Multi-microphone and standard stereo version ofย AMATI VIOLAย as seen in KONTAKT instrument browser.
- Amati Violaย Multi Mic: Use the multi-microphone version to control and fine-tune the balance between different microphone positions and mixes, as well as the Room Noise of the recording space. For more information on the Mixer page and Room Noise controls, refer toย Mixer.
- Amati Viola: The standard stereo NKI includes only a stereo mix of theย viola. The stereo version is ideal for saving computer resources and sketching ideas quickly without the need to adjust the balance between microphone mixes.
The only visible difference between the multi-microphone and stereo NKI interfaces is the mixer tool, which is not available in the stereo version.
Key Features
AMATI VIOLAย contains the following key features:
Chromatic Sampling
Unlike most other virtual string instruments which often rely on samples of only every other note of the instrument,ย AMATI VIOLAย features chromatic sampling, meaning that every single note of the instrument is a true recording. All playing styles and articulations have been sampled chromatically, and therefore are playable with unparalleled realism without the need to stretch notes in between.
Phase-aligned Stereo Samples
AMATI VIOLA‘s phase-aligned stereo sampling technology allows you to produce natural, vividย violaย performances. Seamless, phase-aligned velocity crossfades on long articulations eliminate phasing when transitioning between dynamic layers.
Performance-Captured Vibrato
One ofย AMATI VIOLAโs highlights are the real-life vibrato performances performed by the best virtuosi. The captured performances are re-applied into the sampled content, allowing you to produce highly authentic and dynamic vibrato performances. In many other virtual string instruments the vibrato has been included within the sample, and therefore it can only be turned on or off.ย AMATI VIOLAย allows you to control vibrato depth and speed dynamically, allowing for dynamic and realistic vibrato performances.
A Comprehensive Range of Articulations
Utilize 20 different articulations that are divided into Long, Short, Expressive, Dynamic, Special and Adaptive articulations. In addition, three different legato transitions can be found within the articulation controls. The Virtuoso articulation intelligently combines multiple articulations depending on the velocity, note and pitch bend information you generate through your MIDI controller performance.
Intelligent Fingerboard Positioning
Dial in the perfect timbre for long articulations. Choose the Low String fingerboard position for a soft, mellow tone or the High String position for a brighter, more vibrant sound. Or opt for the Smart position, which intelligently selects the closest fingerboard position to the other notes played, as a realย violaistย would.
Multiple Microphones and Blendable Microphone Positions
A multi-microphone version of the instrument provides mix faders that let you adjust three separate mixdowns of the 32 microphones. Mix close, mid, and far mic positions. An included second version ofย AMATI VIOLAย provides a stereo-only mix thatโs lighter on your CPU and RAM for a speedier workflow and extra focus when composing.
The Characteristics of a Perfect Room
AMATI VIOLAย was recorded in Auditorium Giovanni Arvedi, in Cremona, Italy. This special performance space is part of Italyโs violin museum. The hall has been specifically designed with these precious instruments in mind. Blend in the noise floor captured in the Auditorium to place your Stradivari in the perfect acoustic space.
The viola I purchased exceeded my expectations – beautiful sound quality and comfortable to play!
The sound quality is incredible and the craftsmanship is top-notch. I am impressed with this viola and highly recommend it to any musician looking for a new instrument.
The viola exceeded my expectations – it has a beautiful tone and feels comfortable to play. Would highly recommend to others!
I am very impressed with this viola – it exceeded my expectations and I am extremely happy with my purchase.
The viola I purchased exceeded my expectations – the sound quality is superb, and it’s comfortable to play. Would highly recommend to others!