Qin Strings

Collection of traditional Chinese string instruments and articulations

Qin Strings by Longsqin is a detailed software instrument for Kontakt, bringing the traditional sounds of the Qin (Guqin) and other Chinese string instruments into the digital world. Recorded at Beijing's Jintian Recording Studio, the library captures the unique timbres and playing techniques of these ancient instruments.

With expressive features like plucking, gliding, and various vibratos, Qin Strings offers a rich, resonant sound perfect for film scoring, classical compositions, and modern music. The samples, recorded with an ensemble of 8-6-4-4-2 players using the SSL Mixer, ensure a warm and authentic tone.

Featuring multiple velocity layers and realistic articulations, Qin Strings provides an authentic performance in your DAW, with zero latency and full MIDI control over trills and vibrato. Fully compatible with Native Instruments hardware, it integrates seamlessly with NI S Series Keyboards for an enhanced experience.

Key Features:

• Recorded at Jintian Recording Studio with an ensemble of 8-6-4-4-2 players.

• Near-zero latency ensures a smooth and accurate performance, even with a metronome.

• Control the trill type (minor or major second) via MIDI controller CC4.

• Adjust the vibrato speed and depth using MIDI controller CC11 for a dynamic range of expression.

• Fully integrated with Native Instruments hardware, offering an enhanced experience with NI S Series Keyboards.

• Every sample is processed with SSL Mixer amplification and meticulous EQ adjustments.

Qin Strings is the ideal choice for musicians and producers seeking a realistic, expressive, and easy-to-use Chinese string library.

This product requires 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 website.

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.