[Andrew K]

in reply to: Key Switching A.R.T note values #30444

Thanks Chris!!

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Help – creating a Key Switch for Instruments Bank in K 3 #30389

Here’s a thread I started a few years ago that evolved into quite a deep thread. Nickie even wrote a multi script (which I have never tried so don’t ask me :lol: ) that remembers CC values as you switch from 1 program to the next.
Here is the thread:

http://vi-control.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4383

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: 24 or 16? #30357

I think the difference between the 16 and 24 bit are very subtle. There isn’t any different to how much you can load simultaneously between 16 and 24 bit… the preload amount is the same. However, the HD use is less with 16 bit files. I also heard that 16 bit is more efficient with regards to converting to 32 bit (Kontakt’s internal bit depth) as opposed to 24 bit.

I use both. Basses are 16 bit for sure

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Any way to keep tuning table (cc89) ON? #30347

@AlexDavis wrote:

cool- but when I open the instrument from a freshly opened Kontakt 3, it will be reset to default, correct?

This is not a huge issue for me, but I’m just wondering. Thanks Andrew!!!

-Alex

http://www.alexdavismusic.com

Yeah… Not everyone is “into” tuning… so I left if off by default.

However, if you re-save it as a patch, it will remember it’s last state.

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Any way to keep tuning table (cc89) ON? #30345

Yes.

The state at which you save the template or save your project… the patch will retain it’s state. Same goes with EQ, pretty much all of the script settings.

Cheers,

Andrew K

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Getting the overall sound right #30328

well… one thing that doesn’t involve reverb that may help you is making sure you don’t ride the Mod Wheel (CC1) up all the way too much. That would be fff and can sound load and penetrating. If you back of the modwheel… and only use CC1 at 100% when it’s really fff then I think you’ll already hear improvements.

I’ve included 10 EQ pesets because I think it would be great fo people to start sharing their favorite EQ that work for them. Sometimes people share these things… I hope they will with LASS.

The EQ I provided is a decent starting point. I’m getting some feedback where people prefer the sound without the EQ. It’s a personal thing.

Also, try the IR and ERs that came with LASS. They are in the Samples folder.

But yeah… if you are used to the wet EW and SISS, then you’ll need to add more “juice” to LASS.

Cheers,

Andrew K

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Saving Custom A.R.T. Scripts? #30315

Hi evan,

If you save the ART script to (say) EvansAwesomeRhythms.nkp, you can then load that script into another patch and it will have the same rhythms. I tried to make the patches intelligent so that when you copy the violins rhythms to the basses (for examples) the basses KeySwitches will automatically transpose so that they are not in the Basses range — so to speak.

So… save your new rhythms to a new script patch .nkp. Load that nkp into the new instrument in the same script slot that the old ART was. Done.

Make sure you save the scripts to the right location… on PC it is Program filesCommon FilesNative InstrumentsKontakt 3Presetsscripts

Or just look for “Unison X” which is a script that comes with K3.5.. that’s the general area you should save your scripts

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Neat Trick for Cubase/Nuendo and LASS Divisi Groups #30322

awesome stuff.

Thanks for taking the time to share this!!!!

Cheers,

Andrew K

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Small bug in Solo Cello patch #30272

Thanks !!

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Xtra bonus patches #30305

hehe… that was my prototype violin… I recorded it to test my legato script. I recorded in a smaller studio. It has more vibrato…. which is cool. I threw it in as a bonus… because… why not ? :lol: It has merit… it sounds pretty good.

Cheers,

Andrew K

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Volume Levels #30301

Simsy,

Also, the default CC7 volume of the Spics is -6 db on the master fader, but if you put CC7 to 127, it will raise the Spics to 0 db and they will be much louder.

Cheers,

Andrew K

P.S.I must say you guys are the best. You actually read the manual!!!

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Ens Div Gliss FX… #30286

Thanks!!

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Setting up all of LASS #30245

@Ned Bouhalassa wrote:

Andrew,

Which nkx/nkc should be moved in order to split the cello and viola samples?

You’re asking ME????? :lol:

Ahh… ok… Ned,

If you go to the Files tab of K’s browser, and navigate to the LASS library and choose whatever 12/24 sample folder, you’ll see a little “+” sign next to the .nkxs. Just click on the “+” to see how the samples are segregated. It will be different with the 16 bit than it will for the 24 bit.

But what I do is I just split them on different systems… not drives… although that sounds like a good idea. Has anyone tried that?

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: LASS template #30229

Hi Brendan,

I tend to have a working template that is always up. It has my favorite patches (not necessarily all the LASS divisi patches). For example, I’ll have the Basses C loaded. If I need the A and B I’ll load that per project.

But I’m typically a 450 midi track template guy.

I’m thinking I might simply load 2 divisi sections each for V1, V2, Viola, Cello and maybe just one DB, for each articulation. And if I need anything further, then refine as the project needs.

I’m sort of like that myself.

And do you tend to group each articulation together in consecutive midi tracks (and maybe stick them in a folder) or rather keep all Violin I’s together (with their various articulations etc), then Violin II, Violas etc.

I tend to keep instrumnets together… like on a score. But there are no rules. But I do make heavy use of folder tracks (I’m a Nuendo guy also).

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: LPG velocity ranges #30274

@sbkp wrote:

This isn’t serious, and I know it’s user error to do this, but it would be swell if the velocity ranges couldn’t be screwed up by clueless (inattentive?) users. It’s possible to get this setup:

Velocities > 20 play legato
Velocities > 60 and <= 20 play Port
Velocities > 0 and <= 60 play Gliss What you actually get is 0-60 Gliss and 61+ Legato.

heh.. I thought I made this “idiot proof” LOL… can you tell me what your Leg and Port numbers are in the Legato script Leg and Port input fields?

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: yay i found one! #30273

Noted.

Cheers,

AK

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Setting up all of LASS #30243

@Simsy wrote:

Hi

So I just want to check, as it is a different way from the usual way I work.

If I want to set up for example :

Legato
Staccato
Sustain
Spiccato
Pizz
Con Sordino

for each instrument, that is 6 articulations and therefore 6 midi channels. If I want all 3 divis and solo chair, then that is 4*6 midi channels per string section, making that 24 channels. Then there is 5 sections – violin 1, violin 2, viola, celli and bass. So that gives us a total of 120 midi channels that I need to set up in my DAW to give my all the articulations I want for all divis, solo chair in all sections. Is this correct?

One last thing, if I am to split LASS over two computers, what would you suggest?

Violins 1 + 2 one one machine
Violas, Celli and Basses on another?

You input into getting LASS to perform the best would be greatfully appreciated!

Thanks

Everyone has different working styles and habits. I prefer lot of midi tracks, but some people prefer Key Switching. If you want to save tracks, you can set up Instrument Banks in Kontakt andset up key switching from inside your DAW with Input Transform or similar. Here is a good thread about this:

http://vi-control.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4383

Insofar as splitting up machines, I’d prbably do:

Violins (I and II) and Basses on 1 computer
Cellos Violas on the other.

Cheers,

Andrew

[Andrew K]

in reply to: Solo Cello Vibrato #30238

@Tony wrote:

Hi Andrew,

First of all, I love the sound of these strings, best library I’ve heard. I was just wondering if on the solo cello is there a way to control the vibrato?

Thanks,

Tony

Hi Tony,

Thanks for the kind words!!

In general, the natural vibrato amount for string players is commensurate to the dynamic at which it is played. In the case of LASS, with Espressivo patches (legato and sustains) if you bring CC1 down to 10%, you will hear very little vibrato at the ppp dynamic. As you go louder, you’ll hear more and more vibrato. So, in essence, the dynamic controls the vibrato. Try playing with CC1 (Mod Wheel) and you should get a fair amount of vibrato range.

Hope this helps.

(BTW… the solo cello is one of my favorite patches)

[Andrew K]

in reply to: LASS template #30227

@ethosofmusic wrote:

What hardware faders are you using? Would this work with the Mackie Control C4?

http://www.kentonuk.com/products/cfrk_studio.shtml

[Andrew K]

in reply to: First Chair Violin patch panned in the middle #30235

@Stevie wrote:

Well “bug”, not really a bug. it just came to my attention.
The very first patch of the First Chair Violin 16Bit is panned in the middle.

That first violinst!!!! Always wanting to be in the middle of everything!!!

Thanks for the find! Of course..as son as you pan it and save it i yur setup.. it will retain its new panning.

Cheers,

Andrew K

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