Memphis Horns/ Kick Ass Brass/ etc.

Ann Denton · 20th April 2004

After listening to some MP3s, I really, really like the sounds on the Memphis Horns CD-ROM. Unfortunately, I need to be able to play notes, not just phrases. Kick Ass Brass seems to be the best sounding (non-orchestral) horn section CD-ROM that I have found thus far. But I have only seen K.A.B. sold on Samples4.com out of England.

Are there any places in the US that sell Kick Ass Brass?
Can anyone recommend any other brass CD-ROMs?

Ann Denton · 21st April 2004

Anyone?

timtoonz · 23rd April 2004

Okay, I'll pitch in here...

The Quantum Leap Brass can be good at times, though in my opinion it tends to be sort of sterile. But for filling out tracks it and specific things (like trumpet octave swoops and shakes) it can sometimes be the only option.

The low trombones are pretty snappy too.

My other low-tech fave is Killer Horns. Horrible horrible organization of riffs, but a very punchy sound with plenty of attitude. Used carefully and blended with the more generic stuff it's often very effective. It's also my fave Bari Sax sound.

Other than that, I think the market still needs a solid "jazz/pop brass" library.

And just to repeat what you've probably heard already, if you have a choice between $200 for a disc and $300 for a real player for a few hours, HIRE THE REAL THING. I've added session guys on top of my MIDI stuff many times, and even one track of real spit makes a HUGE difference. You'll never regret it...

cheers

Tim Halligan · 24th April 2004

Quote:

Originally posted by timtoonz

I've added session guys on top of my MIDI stuff many times, and even one track of real spit makes a HUGE difference. You'll never regret it...

I'll second that...the same technique works for strings as well.

Cheers,
Tim

bigbaby987 · 24th April 2004

quantum leap brass 2nd here

20th April 2004	#1
Ann Denton Gear Head Joined: Apr 2004 Posts: 43 Thread Starter	Memphis Horns/ Kick Ass Brass/ etc. After listening to some MP3s, I really, really like the sounds on the Memphis Horns CD-ROM. Unfortunately, I need to be able to play notes, not just phrases. Kick Ass Brass seems to be the best sounding (non-orchestral) horn section CD-ROM that I have found thus far. But I have only seen K.A.B. sold on Samples4.com out of England. Are there any places in the US that sell Kick Ass Brass? Can anyone recommend any other brass CD-ROMs?

23rd April 2004	#3
timtoonz Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Mr. & Mississauga Posts: 631	Okay, I'll pitch in here... The Quantum Leap Brass can be good at times, though in my opinion it tends to be sort of sterile. But for filling out tracks it and specific things (like trumpet octave swoops and shakes) it can sometimes be the only option. The low trombones are pretty snappy too. My other low-tech fave is Killer Horns. Horrible horrible organization of riffs, but a very punchy sound with plenty of attitude. Used carefully and blended with the more generic stuff it's often very effective. It's also my fave Bari Sax sound. Other than that, I think the market still needs a solid "jazz/pop brass" library. And just to repeat what you've probably heard already, if you have a choice between $200 for a disc and $300 for a real player for a few hours, HIRE THE REAL THING. I've added session guys on top of my MIDI stuff many times, and even one track of real spit makes a HUGE difference. You'll never regret it... cheers __________________ "I'll play it and tell you what it is later" Miles

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