Professional plug-in and sample package developed for composers
extensive string sample library created in collaboration with Hans Zimmer (known for film scores such as Gladiator, The Dark Knight and Interstellar)
Utilizing Hans Zimmer's pioneering approach to large group sampling
high-end tool for film composers and modern sound studios
ambitious library with the highest level of dynamics and sound resolution
large orchestral ensemble: samples recorded by 344 musicians at Lyndhurst Hall in London's world-famous AIR Studios
Orchestral ensemble of London's best session musicians
Access to an extraordinary range of playing techniques
comprehensive playing techniques such as Tremolo Harmonic Waves, Super Sul Pont and newly added Marcato Shorts available
up to 26 microphone positions selectable
breathtaking dynamics and sound variety
everything from thundering bass lines to glassy high strings
unlike other Spitfire audio libraries, no Kontakt Player or Kontakt full version required
own dedicated standalone plug-in developed specifically for composers
Plugin developed in collaboration with the design and user experience agency UsTwo, known for projects such as Monument Valley and DICE
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Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer Strings at a glance
Spitfire Audio'sHans Zimmer Strings is the ultimate strings library for your compositions and sound collection. Developed in collaboration with legendary composer Hans Zimmer (known for Dunkirk, The Dark Knight, Interstellar) and an ensemble of344 world-class musicians from London's AIR Studios, this Library offers a revolutionary selection of playing techniques and microphone positions. From thundering bass lines to crystal clear high strings, these symphonic strings set new standards. With the award-winning plugin from Spitfire Audio, developed by UsTwo (Monument Valley, DICE), you get an intuitive and inspiring tool designedspecifically for composers. It allows you to take the dynamics of your scores to a new level, supported by Hans Zimmer's innovative approach to sampling large ensembles. The latest update expands the Library and over 60 GB of new content, including three new playing techniques and 12 new patches that open up completely new dimensions for your creativity. With features such as NKS compatibility, multi-outputs in the mixer, a technique editor and optimized RAM and CPU usage, this Library is now even more powerful and flexible. Hans Zimmer Strings offers you the opportunity to integrate the magic of the best film music directly into your projects - an indispensable resource for any discerning composer.
Presentation of all libraries and the functionality of the Spitfire Audio plug-in
Memory and specs:
195804 samples
424.11GB uncompressed WAV
required disk space: 183.27 GB
Hard disk space required during installation: 200 GB
147 playing techniques
234 presets
up to 26 mic positions
special plugin (AU, VST2, VST3, AAX)
NKS compatible
System requirements Mac:
Mac or X 10.15 to or 13
Minimum requirements: At least 2.8 GHz i5 (quad-core), 8 GB RAM
Recommended: 2.8 GHz I7 (six cores), 16 GB RAM
Both Intel and Apple Silicon/ARM are supported.
32-bit systems are not supported
System requirements PC:
Windows 10 or Windows 11 - (latest service pack, 64-bit)