Aviram Arabic Strings V2.0 -kontakt- -

Developed by Aviram Dayan, a renowned figure in the world of Middle Eastern virtual instruments, the original "Aviram Arabic Strings" set a new standard for maqam-based playing. However, v1.0 had limitations: primarily, it relied on the older Kontakt engine and lacked the deep sampling required for modern legato phrases.

Version 2.0 arrives as a complete overhaul. Built for the full version of Native Instruments Kontakt (6.7+), this library focuses on two of the most iconic stringed instruments in Arabic music:

But v2.0 goes deeper than just the samples. It focuses on the ornamentation. Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0 -KONTAKT-

Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0 is a Kontakt instrument library focused on Middle Eastern string timbres and articulations (legato, sustains, spiccatos, ornaments, etc.), designed for composing authentic Arabic / Middle Eastern string parts.

In v1.0, the Kamancheh was beautiful but dry. In v2.0, we get three microphone positions: Close (biting, bow string noise), Stage (room tone), and Far (hall ambience). The round-robin count has been increased to 6x, meaning you will never hear the "machine gun" effect when playing fast runs. Developed by Aviram Dayan, a renowned figure in

The True Legato in v2.0 is staggering. When you slur from one note to another, you hear the finger sliding against the gut/nylon strings, not a synthetic pitch shift. If you play fast, it triggers staccato bows; if you play soft, it triggers a breathy, sustained tremolo.

To use this library:

If you're experiencing issues or need specific guidance on installing or using Aviram Arabic Strings v2.0, it might be helpful to consult the documentation provided with the library, reach out to the developer, or look for tutorials and forums where users share tips and solutions.