The stroh violin is self-amplified variation on the classic violin design with a resonating metal body and horn. We've thoroughly sampled this fascinating instrument with three custom-mapped articulations and a delightful rhythmic sequencer - perfect for adding character to your compositions!

The Stroh Violin is a curious acoustic instrument invented by electrical engineer John Matthias Augustus Stroh, who, of course, named it after himself. Stroh conceived of a violin constructed with a metal resonator and horn, producing a louder, brighter sound compared to a traditional wood violin. He patented his design in 1899.

While this curious modification of the violin never overtook the popularity of perhaps the most classic orchestral instrument, the stroh violin is played by musicians worldwide – particularly in Europe – for folk music. It is beloved for street performance, thanks to its powerful tone that requires no amplification to be heard even in a noisy area.

The Impact Soundworks Stroh Violin captures the titular instrument in a single, elegant, and lightweight Kontakt patch with modern trimmings like a sequencer and 'grit' effects. The result is a fun and surprisingly versatile virtual instrument, great for everything from rhythmic underscore ostinato to comical pizzicato, folk mockups and more. Special thanks to performer Kalle Ricken and designer Richie Albert!

The Stroh Violin - Key Features:

Authentic multisampled stroh violin
3x dynamic layers / up to 5x round robins
Sustain, spiccato & pizzicato articulations
Customizable mapping
3-layer rhythmic sequencer / gate
Quick controls for grit, dirt and vinyl
Lightweight and fun to use
FREE for Kontakt (full version) 5.4+


Requirements:

250mb disk space
KONTAKT full version 5.4 or higher
2GB of RAM required

(115mb download)

Get it & sound demos @

http://impactsoundworks.com/products/orchestral/the-stroh-violin/

 

Great Kontakt freebie !!!!!!!!!

Thanks lerkjurk

 

Hm, interesting. Cool sound.

 

Thanks for sharing i'm downloading it now.

 

Feel free to share your finished works.