Arabic Strings V2.0 -kontakt- ((new)) - Aviram
Heads up: Because this uses custom microtuning scripts, it will enter "Demo Mode" after 15 minutes if you run it in the free Kontakt Player. You have been warned.
If you are looking for a tool that delivers the "authentic oriental sound" without sacrificing the flexibility of a modern virtual instrument, Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0 is a top-tier choice.
Essential for maqam-based music, the built-in microtuning allows for precise quarter-tone adjustments across the keyboard.
Fast upward and downward runs across six octaves, triggered by mod wheel position. Orient (1, 2, 3): Specific bowing techniques and "Col Legno" styles. Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0 -KONTAKT-
Smooth, continuous notes ideal for pads and background textures.
Most articulations use the mod wheel to switch between three modes: , each offering different behavioral variations. 🎼 Core Articulations
Aviram Arabic Strings is crafted by , an Israeli musician, composer, and sound designer who also develops under the "DreaMelodiC" brand. The library is the product of over six years of development, built from recordings made with professional Arabic musicians in Israel. Heads up: Because this uses custom microtuning scripts,
A cleaner, more intuitive GUI that simplifies the process of switching between microtonal scales and articulations. Top New Features
Full version of Native Instruments KONTAKT (check the specific version release notes for minimum sub-version requirements). Note: It may not run fully inside the free KONTAKT Player without demo limitations. Operating System: Windows 10/11 or macOS 11 or higher.
Specialized "Korg-S" articulations that replicate the signature string sounds found on Yamaha and Korg oriental workstations. Articulations & Performance Tools The library features 18 distinct articulations , each with three modes. Highlights include: Stunning legato trills with three modulation types. Orient 1, 2, 3: Smooth, continuous notes ideal for pads and background
The 2.0 update introduced significant improvements over previous iterations to enhance workflow and sound quality:
Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0 is the current gold standard for Kontakt-based Eastern strings. It is not a toy for beginners looking for "exotic" presets; it is a serious tool for composers who understand Maqam and need a responsive, dry, and deeply sampled instrument.
For purists looking to compose traditional Middle Eastern arrangements, the microtonal capabilities ensure complete cultural accuracy. System Requirements and Compatibility
The complete articulation list includes:
In the world of sample-based composition, authenticity is often the hardest currency to earn. For decades, composers working on film scores, trailer music, and world music albums have struggled with a peculiar creative bottleneck: how to capture the soul of the Takht (traditional Middle Eastern ensemble) without booking a flight to Cairo or Istanbul.