Orchestra in a box |
Ensemble Multis
Users can load individual sounds to build their own ensembles, from
solo instruments and small ensembles to full tutti orchestra and
choirs. Or users can load and save Multis - a collection of instruments
that can be loaded and saved together as an ensemble, complete with an
acoustic space (reverb setting), volume, panning, tone control and
everything needed to save and instantly recall a perfectly balanced,
unified ensemble. Over 200 preset ensembles are included, such as Brass
Quintet, Choirs & Classical Guitar, Eight French Horns, Concert Mallet
& Percussion and Baroque Orchestra. Users can also create and save
their own ensembles, which they can then reload in one easy step.
Dynamic performance with Expert Mode
Expert mode lets users dynamically add, remove and stack (layer)
multiple Symphonic Instrument sounds as they play them from a MIDI
controller. Users can bring instruments in and out, on the fly, using
key switches, velocity ranges or note ranges. Users can even crossfade
between instruments by sending continuous MIDI data (expression
controllers) from a mod wheel or other device. The MOTU Symphonic
Instrument truly is a powerful real-time performance tool that delivers
an entire orchestra to the user's fingertips.
Realistic expression with MIDI controllers
Users can achieve incredibly realistic, dynamic performances from the
Symphonic Instrument using MIDI continuous controller data from a mod
wheel, foot pedal, automated fader control surface or other MIDI
control source. Most of the Symphonic Instrument's parameters can be
mapped to external control, giving users hands-on, real-time expressive
control over the performance of each instrument. MIDI modulation can be
assigned to crucial individual parameters such as filter cutoff
frequency for even deeper expressiveness.
8GB sound library
MP3 examples of the MOTU Symphonic instrument at the link below
demonstrate the incredible realism, depth and versatility of the music
that can be created.
Developments for Korg's instrument have been slow but promising.