Description

Deep Growl

The contrabass clarinet is a thunderous force to be reckoned with in any musical context. It rumbles with a deep, growling resonance, adding weight and richness to orchestral ensembles and jazz bands alike. Its massive, enveloping tone makes it an indispensable tool for cinematic, avant-garde, and contemporary compositions that demand sonic gravity. Recorded in the pristine, Hollywood-proven ambience of Vienna’s acclaimed Stage A, this instrument offers the full range of articulations, all accessible through the new Flow View interface for natural, expressive performances.

Deep and Mysterious

As the largest member of the clarinet family – and one of the lowest-pitched woodwinds – the contrabass clarinet mesmerizes with its distinctively sonorous sound. Beyond the orchestral world, its tones have left an indelible mark on jazz recordings. Notable artists such as Anthony Braxton and Hamiet Bluiett have embraced this unique instrument, showcasing its expressive potential far beyond traditional classical settings.

Smooth Air Flow

With the modern, user-friendly Flow View, you’ll enjoy a smooth, effortless playing experience like never before. Every essential control is at your fingertips, ensuring seamless navigation with absolute ease. Intelligent articulation switching dynamically adapts to your playing, while intuitive access to sound customization keeps your creative process flowing without interruption. Need more control? Simply switch to Precision View to unlock the full power of the Synchron Player, giving you access to a host of advanced editing features.

Recordings

Captured at the renowned Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage, this library features a comprehensive set of articulations, including variations of short and long notes, legatos (including regular and fast virtuosic legato), crescendos and diminuendos, sforzato, sforzatissimo, trills, and flutter tongue – all meticulously sampled to perfection. Lyrical Legato – the most elaborate articulation to capture – is now included as well, significantly expanding your variety of natural note transitions.