Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino)

Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino) - Muted Solo Violin Library

Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino) is a deeply sampled muted solo violin library for composers seeking intimate, expressive string performances with the authentic character of a violin played con sordino. Performed by Damir Oraščanin, concertmaster of the Vienna Synchron Orchestra, and recorded on Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage, the library captures the instrument’s warm, silky tone, nuanced bow detail, and softened brilliance. With 11 microphone positions, multiple stage placements, an extensive articulation set, and production-ready presets, it is well suited to emotional underscore, chamber writing, film scoring, and detailed orchestral textures.

The Muted Second Voice

• Solo violin played with a mute
• Natural flow of captivating performances
• Same vast arsenal of expressive articulations as Synchron Solo Violin 2
• Captured on Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage
• 11 microphone positions
• Several positions on stage (center, solo, 2nd chair)
• Perfectly mixed with production-ready presets

Muting the violin does more than tame its brilliance. It invites a different approach, drawing out a warmer, silkier tone. As the second voice of the muted string quartet, Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino) brings its own color and character to the ensemble, performed by Damir Oraščanin, concertmaster of the Vienna Synchron Orchestra, in the large Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage.

A Contrasting Voice, Now Muted

Just as in the original Synchron Solo Strings, Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino) is performed by a different artist on a different instrument than Solo Violin 1, bringing a contrasting tone and feel that makes the muted quartet come alive in dialogue and layered expression. Damir Oraščanin has served as concertmaster of the Vienna Synchron Orchestra since 2020. Born in Belgrade, he studied in his hometown and at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg, has performed as a soloist and chamber musician at the Vienna Musikverein, and holds positions with the Vienna Chamber Orchestra and the Vienna Volksoper. With the mute in place, his playing reveals a softer, more refined side of the second violin without losing any of its individual personality.

A Complete Muted Palette

The sampling sessions covered essentially the same comprehensive set of articulations as the original Synchron Solo Violin 2, but every note was recorded with the mute in place. Short notes include various spiccatos, staccatos, détachés, ricochet, and saltando. Long notes come with different releases and slides. Legato variants include normal, agile, slurred, portamento, and zigane. Sforzatos, tremolos, trills, harmonics, and pizzicatos round out the palette. The Crossfade Editor in the Synchron Player allows for seamless blending between articulations, letting composers shape transitions with the same precision and musicality the original collection is known for, this time in a softer, more intimate light.

FAQ

What is Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino)?

Synchron Solo Violin 2 (sordino) is a deeply sampled muted solo violin library performed by Damir Oraščanin and recorded on Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage.

Who is this library for?

It is designed for composers working in film, television, games, concert music, and chamber-style scoring who need an expressive muted solo violin with detailed articulation control.

What does sordino mean?

Sordino means the violin is played with a mute attached to the bridge. This softens the instrument's projection and creates a warmer, silkier tone with distinct expressive characteristics.

How is this different from the standard Synchron Solo Violin 2?

Every sample was recorded with the mute in place, resulting in a naturally softer tone, different phrasing behavior, and a more intimate sound than the standard solo violin library.

How is Solo Violin 2 different from Solo Violin 1?

Solo Violin 2 features a different performer and instrument, providing a contrasting tone for second violin parts, layered writing, and dialogue within a solo string ensemble.

How many microphone positions are included?

The library includes 11 microphone positions as well as several stage placements including center, solo, and 2nd chair perspectives.

Does it include legato articulations?

Yes. Legato styles include normal, agile, slurred, portamento, and zigane, alongside an extensive collection of shorts, longs, tremolos, trills, harmonics, pizzicatos, and other articulations.

Does it include presets?

Yes. Production-ready presets make it easy to move from intimate solo detail to larger spatial perspectives captured at Vienna Synchron Stage.