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PragueSounds Solo Strings 2.0 is a solo strings sample library for Native Instruments Kontakt, covering violin, viola, cello, and double bass. The developer emphasizes that its sound is not meant to be “perfectly sterile,” but rather textured, lyrical, and emotionally expressive, making it suitable for classical music, film scoring, game music, ambient music, and similar use cases.
In terms of content size, the library includes 7.90GB of audio data, compressed to 2.60GB in .ncw format, at 44.1kHz / 16-bit, with more than 200 instrument programs. Each patch typically includes medium and close mic positions, with different recordings used for each position. Some basic forte sustain patches and selected patches also offer five mic positions, including far, ambient, and very close. Articulations and features include legato, portamento, round robin, sordino, double/triple bow, tremolo, long and short note variations, release samples, and EQ. Ensemble mode can expand a solo patch into a section of up to 8 virtual players while preserving features such as legato, which is one of the library’s key selling points.
The interface is designed to be both “load and play” and deeply tweakable. The default setup is ready to perform out of the box, while almost every knob and function can be assigned to custom CCs or keyswitches, making it suitable for orchestration workflows that require detailed automation control. However, it requires the full version of Kontakt 4 or higher, with Kontakt 5 officially recommended. The FAQ also notes that Kontakt 4 may produce audio artifacts when dragging to replace instruments, so there is a certain requirement in terms of host environment.
The source text does not disclose the specific price of Solo Strings 2.0, nor does it clarify the scope of commercial licensing. What can be confirmed is that the listed price is final and includes any applicable taxes; existing 1.0 users can upgrade to 2.0 for free, while Lite version buyers can receive a $20 discount on a future purchase of 2.0.
Its strengths are a complete articulation set, multiple mic positions, flexible control, and the ability to switch between solo and small-ensemble use. Its drawbacks are that the sampling specs are not top-tier, it depends on the full version of Kontakt, and the publicly available information lacks details on pricing, payment, and licensing. It is best suited to composers who already work in a Kontakt-based setup and need characterful solo strings with a scoring-oriented sound.
The source text does not provide information on access from mainland China, payment methods, or download stability, so these remain unknown for now. If access, payment, or downloading is restricted, alternatives such as Spitfire Audio, Orchestral Tools, Cinematic Studio Strings, and Vienna Symphonic Library may be worth comparing.
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