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The Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Core is a groundbreaking orchestral sample library that captures the essence of one of the world's most renowned orchestras. Recorded at the iconic Maida Vale Studios, home to legendary sessions by artists such as The Beatles and David Bowie, this collection offers a meticulously curated array of strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion. With over 200 hours of recordings, it delivers the same tonal depth and synergy you'd expect from having the orchestra in the room. Housed in Spitfire Audio's award-winning standalone plugin, this library provides composers with intuitive controls and 44 instrument presets to bring cinematic scores to life. Its streamlined design and powerful articulations make it a benchmark in orchestral sampling technology.

Advanced Articulations for Expressive Scoring

This orchestral library features an extensive range of articulations to enhance scoring flexibility. With 344 techniques, including legatos, tremolos and pizzicato Bartok, each instrument is designed to convey emotion and nuance in every note. The legato patches offer smooth transitions between notes, replicating the fluidity of live performances. The addition of muted brass techniques and extended legato updates further expands the expressive capabilities of the library. Whether creating soaring melodies or intricate textural details, these advanced articulations help composers achieve lifelike realism in their arrangements.

Streamlined Interface for Efficient Workflow

Housed within Spitfire Audio's standalone plugin, this orchestral library delivers an intuitive interface tailored for composers. Designed by ustwo, creators of Monument Valley, the plugin combines modern aesthetics with functionality, ensuring ease of use during complex scoring sessions. With VST2, VST3, AU, AAX and NKS compatibility, the software integrates seamlessly into any professional workflow. Real-time adjustments to articulations and dynamics allow for quick refinements, while the clean layout ensures composers can focus on creating music without unnecessary distractions. This user-centric design makes complex orchestral arrangements accessible and efficient.

World-Class Recording and Engineering

Recorded at the legendary Maida Vale Studios using Millennia preamps, the library achieves unparalleled audio fidelity. The studio's renowned acoustics imbue every sample with clarity and warmth, capturing the BBC Symphony Orchestra's signature tone. Each recording session was meticulously planned to preserve the orchestra's natural synergy and dynamic range, ensuring authentic sound reproduction. The library's single mix signal simplifies production without sacrificing sonic detail, making it ideal for composers who demand precision and consistency in their scores. This high-quality engineering sets a new standard for orchestral sampling.

Spitfire Audio BBC Symphony Orchestra Core

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  • Strings section recorded at Maida Vale Studios delivers unparalleled sonic realism
  • Over 200 hours of recordings ensures lifelike orchestral authenticity in compositions
  • 44 instrument presets provide versatile scoring options for various musical styles
  • 344 techniques including legatos enable intricate melodic and harmonic expressions
  • New muted brass techniques expand tonal range for cinematic scoring
  • Extended legato update enhances fast runs and shorts for dynamic performance
  • Standalone plugin supports VST2 VST3 AU AAX and NKS compatibility
  • Millennia preamps capture pristine audio quality for professional-grade production

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Mac System Requirements
  • Mac OS X 10.15 to OS 13
  • Minimum: 2.8GHz i5 minimum (quad-core), 8GB RAM
  • Recommended: 2.8GHz I7 (six-core), 16GB RAM
  • Both Intel and Apple Silicon/ARM are supported
  • 32-bit systems are not supported
PC System Requirements
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11 (Latest Service Pack, 64-bit)
  • Minimum: Intel 2.8GHz i5 (quad-core) or AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM
  • Recommended: Intel Core i7 6th gen and later or AMD Ryzen 7, 16GB RAM
  • 32-bit systems are not supported
File Size
  • 28.2 GB download size
  • 28.00 GB disk space required during install
  • Too large to download? Choose hard drive delivery at checkout

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