All instruments featured in SILK are multi-sampled with extreme attention to detail offering the maximum in expression. EastWest/Quantum Leap SILK contains extensive articulations, interval sampling (where appropriate), round robin (alternate samples), legato scripting, and phrases to give the feeling of smooth effortless performance - like silk. Each musician recorded for SILK is a master of his instrument, providing the best and most accurate sound available. SILK also allows users to adapt the instruments using dozens of useful micro tunings in the key of their choice. This microtuning system is the first of it's kind, and is a true breakthrough for PLAY.
"Intended as an extension of EastWest/Quantum Leap RA, EastWest/Quantum Leap SILK looks to give users access to rare instruments from across Asia played masterfully by renowned artists," says EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP Producer Nick Phoenix.
"Extensive scripting is employed in SILK along with our PLAY 64-bit (with 32-bit capability) sample engine, offering composers a lot of control over the end result. PLAY's scripting, microtuning and convolution reverb are a powerful combination, making it an unparalled interface for these sounds. SILK is revolutionary in that the microtuning and scales actually teach users how to employ these sounds in an authentic way."
- Incredibly detailed Silk Road instruments from China, Persia and India. The most ambitious ethnic instrument ever created
- 25 GB instrument: 20 GB's of multi-samples and 5 GB's of authentic performances
- Recorded legato intervals for erhu, zhonghu, jinhu, electric cello, kemenche, duduk, 30 piece string section, dilruba, bansuri
- Master musicians recorded at East West Studios, using vintage Neumann microphones, Neve consoles and Meitner converters
- PLAY 64 bit (and 32-bit) interface features state of the art convolution reverb, scripting and new revolutionary micro-tuning system
- With the combination of Silk, Ra, and Gypsy collections you have the most detailed and expressive ethnic instruments ever produced.
Instruments from China
- Erhu (bowed string)
- Zhonghu (bowed string)
- Jinhu (bowed string)
- Pipa (string)
- Guzheng (string)
- Yangqin (string)
- Sheng (accordion)
- Suona low (brass)
- Suona high (brass)
- Dizi low (wind)
- Dizi hi (wind)
- Xiao (wind)
- Bawu (wind)
Instruments from Persia
- Electric Cello (bowed string)
- Kemenche (bowed string)
- Nay (wind)
- Duduk (wind)
- Tar (string)
- Qanun (string)
- 30 piece string section (bowed string)
Instruments from India
- Dilruba (bowed string)
- Sarod (string)
- Tanpura (string)
- Bansuri (wind)
System Requirements
- 25 GB Free Hard Disc Space
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MAC MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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PC MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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MAC RECOMMENDED SYSTEM
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PC RECOMMENDED SYSTEM
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All Systems
- iLok account required for machine (electronic) license placed on your computer or use optional iLok Key; internet connection required for one-time product activation
Included for both PC and Mac:
- 64-bit standalone and plug-in versions included (for 32-bit compatibility please use PLAY 4.3.5).
- Check the compatibility chart for supported hosts.
EASTWEST PLAY Host/Sequencer Compatibility Matrix
| Tested DAW | Mac OS 10.9 - 10.12.3 | WIN XP (32-bit) |
WIN XP (64-bit) |
WIN 10, 8, 7, Vista (32-bit) |
WIN 10, 8, 7, Vista (64-bit) |
Required Version |
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| Standalone | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | |
| Ableton Live | YES | YES | YES | YES1 | 6.07 or higher | |
| Cubase/Nuendo | YES2 | YES | YES3 | YES | YES3 | 6 or higher |
| FL Studio | YES | YES | YES | YES | 7 or higher | |
| GarageBand | YES | 3 or higher | ||||
| Logic | YES4 | 7.2 or higher | ||||
| Digital Performer | YES4 | YES | YES | 6.02 or higher | ||
| Pro Tools5 | YES | YES | YES | 7.4 to 10 | ||
| Pro Tools 11 or higher5 | YES | YES | YES6 | 11 or higher | ||
| Sibelius | YES7 | YES | YES | 6 or higher8 | ||
| Sonar | YES | YES | YES | YES | 6.2 or higher | |
| VE Pro | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | 4.0.54 or higher |
| Studio One | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | 2 or higher |
| Reaper | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | 3 or higher |
1: Play 5 (and above) is compatible with all 64-bit hosts that use VST, AU, or AAX plugins. Use Play 4 for 32-bit hosts.
2: Mac OS 10.7 or newer is required.
3: Cubase/Nuendo 4.1 or later are required as 64-bit hosts.
4: WordBuilder is not supported in Logic 7 or lower, and DAE (RTAS in Digital Performer and Logic) is not supported at this time.
5: Ethernet control surfaces are not officially supported (ex: C24).
6: Windows 7 or 8 Home Premium Supported. Pro Tools HD 11 does not support Windows 8.
7: Sibelius 6.0.3 or higher is required to run in Mac OS 7.
8: Sibelius 6.2 is required to run in Mac OS 10.9 (Mavericks).