I'm a HUGE fan of the Cinematic Studio series. All of my latest scores have come with Cinematic Studio Strings and Cinematic Studio Solo Strings. They are seriously the best strings I've ever heard!
I've been on a sample library hiatus for a little while, as I focused on further theory and orchestration study. Now, I'm back using sample libraries. I must say the Cinematic Studio series is currently my most used library set. It's simple to understand, easy to use and sounds better than all other libraries I've tried. I'm not just referring to the strings, but the brass and woodwinds, as well. Now, it doesn't have every articulation, but it covers the bulk of what I normally use. I look forward to more libraries by them.
Also note that Cinematic Studio provides educational discounts available anytime (30% discount). I love these guys and I honestly can't wait for their percussion library !
Thanks for this video. So now I am sure, that CSS is the best string plugin I own. Very clever concept in programming and great sound. Two tips/remarks: 1. You should be aware of giving the regions the right negative delay for good timing. 2. If you use only spot one and two, you can simulate a divisi a2, that's quite cool. Keep on with your great work here on TH-cam Cristopher.
I have never seen anyone not raving about CSS. I was looking for some strings with legatos and was going to buy Abbey Road 2 by Spitfire but this video has convinced me that CSS is the next purchase for sure! Plus I’m Australian so I’ll be buying a local product 😍🇦🇺😍 Thanks for the comprehensive video Chris 👌🏻👌🏻
The narrower CC curves at the end reassure me as with BBC SO Core I often find myself having to exaggerate the width of these curves to hear a noticable difference, but then often I don't want to go all out until the big climax of the song, but other libraries like this seems to offer the dynamic range I'd love to have
I am looking to upgrade from EWHO to CSS Black Friday! Can't wait. I know it is a completely different UI but I do hope to dive into the learning curve and get adept at programming them.
I have tested out and watched quite many libraries but if I hear correctly, this one has the best spiccato. It is detailed and sharp. Others sound too soft or blurry. Not really sure why.
@@svendkorsgaard9599 from what I read on forums and from youtube, Cinestring seems to be the weakest link in the cinesamples offering. So if you don´t seem to get the Cinestring sound just right or realistic CSS is a great string library to blend in. Anyone with hands on experience feel free to correct me. Cheers
@@svendkorsgaard9599 I wouldn't prefer staying with Cinestrings... It's not bad, yes... But it's nothing special either... On the other hand, CSS, Spitfire Chamber Strings, Performance Samples Pacific etc. are TRULY special.
My biggest gripe is it lacks real Sordino and pretty much any other articulation type. No Sul Tasto, Sul Pont, Flautando, etc. None of the more interesting articulations.
@@ChristopherSiu I currently use Berlin Strings by Orchestral Tools with their Sine Player which I absolutely LOVE! How does CSS stack up against Berlin Strings in your opinion?
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I'm a HUGE fan of the Cinematic Studio series. All of my latest scores have come with Cinematic Studio Strings and Cinematic Studio Solo Strings. They are seriously the best strings I've ever heard!
Love it!
I've been on a sample library hiatus for a little while, as I focused on further theory and orchestration study. Now, I'm back using sample libraries. I must say the Cinematic Studio series is currently my most used library set. It's simple to understand, easy to use and sounds better than all other libraries I've tried. I'm not just referring to the strings, but the brass and woodwinds, as well. Now, it doesn't have every articulation, but it covers the bulk of what I normally use. I look forward to more libraries by them.
Also note that Cinematic Studio provides educational discounts available anytime (30% discount). I love these guys and I honestly can't wait for their percussion library !
Absolutely! Perc is gonna be awesome.
And bundle discounts. With a purchased CSS you can get CSW, CSB and CSSS 30% off.
Thanks for this video. So now I am sure, that CSS is the best string plugin I own. Very clever concept in programming and great sound. Two tips/remarks: 1. You should be aware of giving the regions the right negative delay for good timing. 2. If you use only spot one and two, you can simulate a divisi a2, that's quite cool. Keep on with your great work here on TH-cam Cristopher.
Thanks so much!
I have never seen anyone not raving about CSS. I was looking for some strings with legatos and was going to buy Abbey Road 2 by Spitfire but this video has convinced me that CSS is the next purchase for sure!
Plus I’m Australian so I’ll be buying a local product 😍🇦🇺😍
Thanks for the comprehensive video Chris 👌🏻👌🏻
My pleasure - thanks for watching!
Solid overview. Your piece sounds lovely too. Thanks for sharing
Thank you kindly!
The narrower CC curves at the end reassure me as with BBC SO Core I often find myself having to exaggerate the width of these curves to hear a noticable difference, but then often I don't want to go all out until the big climax of the song, but other libraries like this seems to offer the dynamic range I'd love to have
Great job! I like your videos. Keep it up and thank you for sharing.
Thanks, will do!
I am looking to upgrade from EWHO to CSS Black Friday! Can't wait.
I know it is a completely different UI but I do hope to dive into the learning curve and get adept at programming them.
I use them together. Any time CSS and CSSS needs a little help, Opus is my go-to.
I have tested out and watched quite many libraries but if I hear correctly, this one has the best spiccato. It is detailed and sharp. Others sound too soft or blurry. Not really sure why.
Does it have any vibrato control?
Yes, it does. CC2. :D
@@aleksamrkela831 Can the CC be changed? Thanks for responding.
@@micwarren21yes
Is bying CSS justifiable since already have Musio?
Never hurts to have a dedicated string library like CSS :)
@@ChristopherSiu But isn't Cinestrings also a dedicated strings Library like CSS? And Musio contains all cinestrings libraries.
@@svendkorsgaard9599 from what I read on forums and from youtube, Cinestring seems to be the weakest link in the cinesamples offering. So if you don´t seem to get the Cinestring sound just right or realistic CSS is a great string library to blend in. Anyone with hands on experience feel free to correct me. Cheers
@@svendkorsgaard9599 I wouldn't prefer staying with Cinestrings... It's not bad, yes... But it's nothing special either... On the other hand, CSS, Spitfire Chamber Strings, Performance Samples Pacific etc. are TRULY special.
IMO this is the best sounding library. I use Nucleus to sketch and then I transfer the midi on CSS patches, the difference is day and night.
Awesome!
What is imo?
@@frattuncbas ''In my opinion''
What do you mean with "sketching with nucleus"?
the GOATest string library ever
Let’s go axe
Nice review!! What do you think when it compares to Spitfire Chamber strings.
Don’t own SCS, so can’t compare unfortunately!
CSS is a fantastic library as is their solo strings. Their woodwind library has over taken all my woodwinds in my template
Same here!
My biggest gripe is it lacks real Sordino and pretty much any other articulation type. No Sul Tasto, Sul Pont, Flautando, etc. None of the more interesting articulations.
CSS + Spitfire Chamber Strings = Magic.
Huge fan of CSS, unfortunately it is too pricey for my teacher's wallet. But I love your presentation Chris
Thanks for watching!
How does it compare to CineStrings?
I like CSS a lot more, as I write a lot more romantic legato lines in my music. CS has some great shorts though!
@@ChristopherSiu I currently use Berlin Strings by Orchestral Tools with their Sine Player which I absolutely LOVE! How does CSS stack up against Berlin Strings in your opinion?