The Free Orchestra
One solid gigabyte of free, cinematic sounds taken directly from ProjectSAM’s acclaimed libraries. From orchestral string staccatos and brass clusters to symphonic percussion and dystopian sound design. Now with new presets and Kontakt Player compatibility!
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Free instruments taken directly from the ProjectSAM catalogue
The Free Orchestra offers a solid gigabyte of free, cinematic sounds taken directly from ProjectSAM’s acclaimed libraries, ranging from orchestral string staccatos and brass clusters to symphonic percussion and dystopian sound design.
ProjectSAM violin section recording session for Symphobia 4: Pandora
New Presets & Multis
This newly released incarnation of The Free Orchestra includes all 12 presets that we originally released throughout 2019, as well as two brand-new presets with content from Symphobia 4: Pandora and Symphobia 3: Lumina. The Free Orchestra now also offers a number of Multis, layering the individual presets in different, inspiring ways.
In other words: if you already have the original 12, make sure to get this new release of The Free Orchestra!
Now works with free Kontakt Player
Best of all: The Free Orchestra now comes with a Kontakt Player license! This means that The Free Orchestra can now be used in its intended form, without limitations, by every musician with a computer.
This also means The Free Orchestra now has a dedicated spot in Kontakt’s and Komplete’s library browser.
The Free Orchestra requires Kontakt Player 6.2.1 or higher.
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If you need help downloading or installing The Free Orchestra, visit our support page.
Featured libraries
The following ProjectSAM libraries are featured in The Free Orchestra:
License conditions
- You are more than welcome to use The Free Orchestra in commercial projects
- You are not allowed to redistribute or resell the sounds found in The Free Orchestra without the prior, written permission of ProjectSAM
- By downloading The Free Orchestra you agree with the full End User License Agreement for TFO
Instruments
Bombastic Basses
Dark cellos and contrabasses with epic orchestral accents.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Sympobia 2)
Dystopian Drones
Dark, disturbing drones made from the original Symphobia recordings.
Taken from: Symphobia Series
Ghostly Clusters
Eerie, otherworldly string, brass & woodwind effects, ready to send a chill through your spine… and that of the audience!
Taken from: Symphobia Series
Heroic Horns
An epic, 8-player French horn section, perfect for playing grand, heroic themes.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Sympobia 2)
Luminous Choir
Warm and soothing choir swells, performed by 6 altos, 6 tenors and 6 basses in the lush environment of the Symphobia concert hall.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Lumina)
Ominous Lows NEW!
A moody, misty alley bass ensemble recorded with piano, harp and bassoon and a dark tremolo orchestra on the modulation wheel.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Lumina)
Pandora Bursts
A big & bold diminuendo brass ensemble taken from the newly released Symphobia 4: Pandora.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Pandora)
Pandora Panic NEW!
Suspense-building brass clusters and effects, taken from the newly released Symphobia 4: Pandora.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Pandora)
Power Strike
Cinematic percussion kit featuring orchestral gran cassa, snare ensemble, cymbals and effects.
Taken from: True Strike 1
Short Strings
Ensemble string staccatos taken from the Symphobia 1 recordings.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Sympobia 1)
Sordino Violins
Warm, lush, muted violins, perfect for dramatic underscoring and gentle ballad arrangements.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Sympobia 1)
Tongue in Cheek
Pay homage to the golden age of cartoons with this month’s light-hearted & witty ensemble instrument featuring clarinet, double bass, piano and “wah” trumpet.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Animator)
Tutti Hits
Cinematic, orchestral hits, taken from the legendary Symphobia recordings. Ready to be used in your very next action, ghost or horror score.
Taken from: Symphobia Series (Sympobia 1)
Wild Winds
An enigmatic, yet cinematic set of woodwind effects feat. flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon & contra bassoon.
Taken from: Symphobia Series
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Library specs
| Recording locations | Concert hall |
|---|---|
| Mic positions | 1 or 2 (depending on preset) |
| Audio pool size | 996 MB (551 MB in Kontakt's NCW format) |
| Audio format | 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz 24 bit (depending on preset) |
| Commercial use | ✓ |
| Supports Kontakt Player | ✓ |
| NKS support | ✓ |
| Current library version | 1.0 |
| Protection | Serial number activation |
System requirements
| Kontakt version | 6.2.1 or higher, including the free Kontakt Player! |
|---|---|
| Mac | macOS 10.12 or higher |
| Windows | 7 or higher |
| Minimum CPU | i5 |
| Minimum RAM | 4 GB (recommended) |