The Next Generation of Hybrid Woodwind Instruments
Chris Hein - Hybrid Winds expands the tonal versatility of modern orchestral and sound design tools by reimagining classic woodwind instruments with creative, hybrid textures. Building on the success of Chris Hein Orchestral Winds, this instrument set introduces a fresh palette of sounds, blending traditional woodwinds with strings, brass, and synthesizers to create unique, ready-to-play hybrid instruments that unlock an array of new tonal colors.
With a comprehensive selection of specially crafted textures – from soft pads and atmospheric drones to powerful braams, booms, and percussive drum sounds – Hybrid Winds opens new horizons for composers aiming to craft innovative soundscapes. This sound library is an excellent resource for creating cinematic scores, orchestral pieces, and experimental sound designs, adapting flexibly to any musical setting.
At the heart of Hybrid Winds is real-time sound shaping, offering virtually limitless variations. Instruments are divided into three adjustable components: Attack, Sustain, and Release. Each area can be precisely controlled, allowing for detailed sound sculpting. With the Note-Heads feature, up to 128 distinct attack shapes can be applied per note, creating an enormous range of dynamic diversity. Advanced blending options enable seamless sound morphing via individual MIDI controllers or the intuitive XY-Pad, allowing each sound layer to merge smoothly. Release settings further enhance tonal depth, generating unique sounds upon note release and significantly expanding creative possibilities.
Chris Hein - Hybrid Winds: Main Features
-
Unique Hybrid Instruments: Combines woodwinds with strings, brass, and synthesizers for innovative, ready-to-play sounds.
-
Extensive Sound Library: Pads, drones, braams, booms, and drum sounds for striking cinematic and electronic soundscapes.
-
Dynamic Sound Shaping: Customizable Attack, Sustain, and Release components for individual control over sound evolution and expression.
-
Note-Heads Feature: Up to 128 attack variations per note for maximum dynamic diversity and tonal variation.
-
Intuitive Morphing Controls: Smooth blending and sound morphing via MIDI CC or the XY-Pad.
-
Extended Release Sounds: Additional sound sources on note release for greater depth and expressiveness.
Whether you're composing cinematic scores, orchestral pieces, or engaging in experimental sound design, Chris Hein - Hybrid Winds delivers an exceptional sonic experience with a rich array of dynamic, evolving sound sources.
This product works with the free Native Instruments Kontakt Player, the latest version can be downloaded through Native Access, Native Instrument’s download manager!
The minimum required Kontakt version for this product is stated in the product description or can be found on the manufacturers wesite.
System Requirements:
Mac:
- macOS 10.14 or higher
- 64 bit
- Intel Core i5 or Apple M1 (native)
- RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)
Windows:
- Windows 10 or higher
- 64 bit
- Intel Core i5 or similar CPU
- RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)
Supported Interfaces:
- Mac (64-bit only): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX
- Windows (64-bit): Stand-alone, VST, VST3, AAX
Legacy Versions:
If you require legacy installers of Kontakt Player please refer to this Knowledge Base Article.
Required Registration:
All Best Service products require you to register with the manufacturer at www.bestservice.com for downloads or activation.
Best Service products for Kontakt Player Only require you to additionally register with www.native-instruments.com.
This product requires an activation!
An internet connection is required to authorize / activate the product.