Orchestral Tools has introduced Svara, a virtual instrument that brings the sounds of a ‘Bollywood’ style orchestra to your DAW.
Here’s what they have to say about it:
“Svara delves into the intricate beauty of traditional Indian instruments while also exploring sounds from modern filmic contexts. This collection is an homage to Indian film music, providing a wealth of textures and nuances for composers writing Bollywood-inspired scores or seeking a unique sound palette for worldbuilding soundscapes.”
Here’s the official video intro:
Features:
- Classic Bollywood string sound
- Unique percussion sounds and rhythms
- Extensive articulation options
- Ornaments and phrases played by local musicians
- 3 legato styles
- Short notes, slides and portamentos
- Expressive percussion sounds with playable rhythmic patterns
- Wide selection of traditional instruments
- Tanpura drone instrument
- Up to 7 mixable mic positions
Pricing and Availability:
Svara is available now with an intro price of € 249.00 (normally € 399.00).