The Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition is an eagerly awaited expansion of the best - selling and award - winning Hollywood Orchestra. It comes with brand - new pristine recordings, reimagined original content, and powerful new features, all powered by our revolutionary OPUS software engine. Produced by industry award - winners Doug Rogers and Nick Phoenix, and sound - engineered by multiple Academy Award and BAFTA winner Shawn Murphy, this edition sets a new industry standard for professional orchestral soundtracks. It includes the new Opus software and a must - have companion, Hollywood Orchestrator, perfect for composers of all skill levels aiming for a Hollywood blockbuster sound. The new recordings feature a 18 - violin string section for Hollywood Strings, new ensembles for brass and woodwinds, and multi - ensembles. The original content has been updated to use the new Opus engine and Solo Instrument Series. New control features in the OPUS articulation palette allow full customization of articulations. The MOODS feature lets you customize instrument sounds for different styles, with Classic, Soft, and Epic Moods. Shawn Murphy has created special mic mixes, including an 'off - axis' close mic position. The new OPUS software engine is faster, more powerful, and has unique features like individual instrument downloads. Hollywood Orchestrator, developed with Sonuscore, creates real - time arrangements based on MIDI input, with many presets and features for easy composition. Note that it requires the Opus Edition and isn't compatible with the original Hollywood Orchestra or Solo Instruments.
Using the Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition is a breeze. First, install the Opus software on your system. Once installed, you can start exploring the vast library of instruments. To use the new articulation controls, go to the OPUS articulation palette and customize articulations according to your needs. For sound customization, use the MOODS feature. Just select the mood that suits your composition, whether it's the classic Hollywood sound, a soft emotional tone, or an epic action - adventure sound. When using Hollywood Orchestrator, open it within the Opus Edition. You can use the StepEditor to build rhythms and scores, create patterns up to 4 bars long, and choose from over 400 presets. Remember, Hollywood Orchestrator is not a standalone product and requires the Opus Edition. It's not compatible with the original Hollywood Orchestra or Solo Instruments. For maintenance, keep your software updated to ensure you get the latest features and bug fixes. Also, make sure your system meets the software's requirements to avoid any performance issues.
