MINISTRY OF ROCK is a HUGE 20 Gig collection of Rock Drums, Basses and Guitars recorded in the famous EASTWEST Studio 2.
MINISTRY OF ROCK is a modern day rock toolkit that covers a myriad of styles. Songwriters, film, TV and game composers as well as drummers and guitarists will love this library. Sound quality is superior to anything else available.
NEW Video Tutorials!
Three new video tutorials from Nick Phoenix, the creator of Ministry of Rock. Click below for high-quality MP4 videos or high-resolution Quicktime MOV files:
Please note, additional sounds from other Quantum Leap collections are used in these demos, only the drums, bass, and guitars are from Ministry Of Rock.
REVIEW QUOTES
Don`t be fooled by the acronym: MOR is definitely NOT middle of the road. It`s a screeching, howling, booming, clanging, clattering, bashing noise-fest that will fool your neighbours into thinking you have a tame death-metal band lurking in your studio. It`s hard to imagine any rock library getting much more powerful than this, and bearing in mind the enduring popularity of the genre, I have a feeling it will be one of Quantum Leap`s biggest sellers. - SOUND ON SOUND
The whole library is like that: start loading programs and you’re guaranteed to find something cool. If anyone thinks for a minute that there’s no reason for another sample library with drums, guitars, and bass, Ministry of Rock proves them wrong. This library is a perfect example of why sampling is unlikely to be replaced completely by synthesizers, no matter how close their emulations get: you can feel the energy in every note. - VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT MAGAZINE
MINISTRY OF ROCK features sounds used in todays music and the entire library was created with one goal in mind: to create a virtual instrument capable of producing sounds that could actually produce a hit record or filmscore without any live drum, bass or guitar overdubs. Articulations and programming was all reverse engineered from actual performances.
Produced by QUANTUM LEAP producer NICK PHOENIX
Approximately 20 gigabytes of rock drums, basses and guitars recorded in EASTWEST STUDIO 2
Special Features:
Legato Bass and Guitar Samples
Legato and Staccato Repetitions
Truly playable rhythm guitars and leads, clean and distorted
Release samples
Guitars and basses recorded in dual amp configurations and software allows user to choose amp, or mix the sound from both amps,
Dynamic bass that can play everything from ballads to the most hardcore music imaginable
Round robin bass drums, snares, toms and hats. performance drum hits extracted from live playing
The world famous studio 2 rock drum sound featured on countless gold records
Drumkits are also optimized for use with Roland VDrums.
Instruments:
Drumkits:
Octaplus (9 Toms),
Ayotte,
Ludwig
Gretch (the actual kit used to make Metallica’s “Black” record
Basses:
Fender P-Bass Custom,
Fender 5 String,
Specter and Kubiki basses
All recorded thru an Ampeg SVT rig and an Ashdown rig
Guitars:
Fender Telecaster,
Fender Stratocaster,
Gibson Les Paul,
Ibanez Universe 7
PRS guitars
All recorded thru Marshall, Fender, Bogner, Vox and Budda amps
Interface
POWERED BY EASTWEST`S PLAY 64-bit Advanced Sample Engine with built-in Network Control (plug-in or standalone)
MINISTRY OF ROCK: User interface featuring PLAY (magnify...)
This VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT combines intuitive handling with excellent sound quality, and functions as a plug-in instrument, without the need for a sampler.
ABOUT PLAY SYSTEM
PLAY isn`t just a sampler, it`s a complete high-performance sample management system
Offers native support for more platforms than any other software engine
Network support for large studios, expandable systems
The latest in technology (64-bit, next generation operating systems, plus lossless compression to increase efficiency and lower storage requirements)
The highest sound quality (ground-up effects, highest quality interpolation)
The best virtual instruments from the multiple award-winning EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP producers
The most intuitive controls, custom designed for each library
Complete portability
Try and buy new instruments any time, anywhere with an internet connection
PLAY Advanced Sample Engine
PLAY is a 64-bit Advanced Sample Engine with built-in Network Control (plug-in or standalone). PLAY is Included with all new EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP Virtual (software) Instruments.
FEATURES
PLAY includes custom designed virtual instruments that look as beautiful as they sound
Interface designed to eliminate clutter, including only the controls needed for each individual virtual instrument
Designed to be played like an instrument, not programmed like a sampler Load MORE thanks to 64-bit support
64-bit support allows you to load many more instruments and voices, limited only by your system RAM (32-bit support is included also)
While most high-end computers will support 16Gb (8 times as much memory is now usable), a very small set of high-performance enterprise computers (with Microsoft Vista Ultimate) can already use 128Gb of RAM. As hardware develops, the theoretical limit is 17,179,869,184 gigabytes = 16 exabytes, or 17 billion gigabytes! Networking Support
If you still need more power, our built-in NETWORK CONTROL allows you to load instruments on other machines controlled from your host computer
No more trips back and forth between computers, no more KVM switching when loading projects
No need to buy additional software
The PLAY system is a professional fully integrated solution for those with the most demanding production requirements All instruments are listed in one browser
Easy to use browser displays all of your instruments, and allows you to audition other collections before purchase
Access our online server from the PLAY software, audition individual instruments in your track, and purchase the instruments 24/7
Load and audition other collections, and purchase at any time with an authorization code (or purchase codes from EASTWEST authorized resellers).
Favorites section to group the instruments you use most
Preview your instrument of choice in an easy-to-use column viewer
Load instruments into one instance to take advantage of your sequencer`s "instrument tracks", or many if you so desire.
Interface automatically changes to display current instrument Articulations
Forget browsing through complicated patch names: pick the instrument and play
Turn on/off articulations as you wish
Articulations list also serves as reference for all expressions within the instrument (no need to look up key-switches in charts)
Save your favorite configuration for quick retrieval Legato Detection
PLAY senses legato and repetitive playing and responds accordingly Stereo Handling
PLAY allows the user to manipulate stereo samples in very useful ways
Stereo Swap allows the user to instantly swap the left and right channels
Mono from left , Mono from right, or Mono Sum allow for instant conversion from stereo to mono Mic Mixer
Control all mic positions for the orchestra, choirs, pianos, and other instruments with multiple mic positions with the built-in mic mixer
Now taken a step further, do it right in the patch
Load, unload, adjust, pan, mute mic positions as you wish
Pick your instrument, and PLAY! Effects Engine
The best sounding and most powerful effects engine out there, built from the ground up for the highest possible quality
SPACE CONTROL includes multiple impulse responses from halls, and the famous EASTWEST studios and live chambers (more RIAA certified Platinum and Gold records awarded than any other studio)
The smoothest filters you`ll ever hear
Specialized effects for individual products included the first Artificial Double Tracking (ADT) software available (included in the FAB FOUR virtual instrument) Playback Engine
Highest quality resampling engine
Advanced sample storage (using lossless compression) and streaming technology saves RAM, speeds up load times, reduces disk load, and saves hard drive space over competition without reducing sample quality
Built from the ground up to create the most intuitive instruments possible. Allowed us to design instruments every step of the way without compromise
Support for future developments such as QControl, offering the ultimate in playability without requiring any additional performance tool or midi interpreter Security system
Authorize purchased instruments easily, and audition other instruments before purchasing them using the industry standard iLok security system
Offers complete portability, take your plugin anywhere you want, use it on any computer
Easy to authorize and manage (up to 100 authorizations on one key) RTAS, AU, VST, Standalone, Intel Mac, PPC Mac, Windows XP and Vista, 64-bit, 32-bit, multilingual
Natively supported in all major hosts on all major operating systems - PLAY no matter what your platform
More native support than any other plug-in
Standalone: PLAY as many instruments as your computer can handle in one application
Speaks your language - PLAY no matter what language you speak (major languages included)
SUMMARY
PLAY isn`t just a sampler, the PLAY SYSTEM is a professional fully integrated sample playback software solution for those with the most demanding production requirements
Offers native support for more platforms than any other software engine
Network support for large studios, expandable systems
The latest in technology (64-bit, next generation operating systems, plus lossless compression to increase efficiency and lower storage requirements)
The highest sound quality (ground-up effects, highest quality interpolation)
The best virtual instruments from the multiple award-winning EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP producers
The most intuitive controls, custom designed for each library
Complete portability
Try and buy new instruments any time, anywhere with an internet connection
Answers to the most common questions regarding PLAY and our new iLok security key is available in our Support FAQ section HERE SUMMARY
PLAY isn`t just a sampler, the PLAY SYSTEM is a professional fully integrated sample playback software solution for those with the most demanding production requirements
Offers native support for more platforms than any other software engine
Network support for large studios, expandable systems
The latest in technology (64-bit, next generation operating systems, plus lossless compression to increase efficiency and lower storage requirements)
The highest sound quality (ground-up effects, highest quality interpolation) System Requirements
20 GB Free Hard Disc Space
DVD Drive
iLok Security Key, not included (a free soundsonline.com account is required for retrieving and managing iLok licenses)
If you do not own an iLok Security Key you can purchase one at your local authorized EASTWEST retailers, or here.
More details about the new iLok copy protection for our PLAY SYSTEM powered products is available here
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAC
G4 1Ghz or faster, 1Gb RAM, Mac OS 10.4, DVD drive,
iLok required (not included), internet connection required for one-time product activation RECOMMENDED MAC SYSTEM:
Core Duo or better processor, 2Gb RAM
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR PC:
P4 2.5Ghz or faster, 1Gb RAM, Windows XP SP 2 or Vista, sound card, DVD drive,
iLok required (not included), internet connection required for one-time product activation RECOMMENDED PC SYSTEM:
Core Duo or better processor, 2Gb RAM, sound card with ASIO drivers
INCLUDED FOR BOTH PC & MAC:
32-bit standalone and plug-in versions included.
64-bit PC VST (host must support 64-bit VST plugins) and standalone versions included.
Check http://support.soundsonline.com/play for availability of other 64-bit versions and updates.
SUPPORTED INTERFACES
WIN: VST™, ASIO™, DirectSound™
MAC: VST™, Audio Units™, Core Audio™
RTAS: Check http://support.soundsonline.com/play for availability of RTAS versions.
All included instruments, information and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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PLAY version 1.2.0 (and above) includes a new Advanced Streaming Engine (ASE) developed by EASTWEST that offers huge performance gains over previous sampler streaming engines. In this video, Nick Phoenix shows how the PLAY ASE engine provides the power to run large arrangements and orchestrations, and you will see the voice count exceed 400 stereo voices.
Zennor Alexander, co-creator of the Fab Four demos, highlights some key instruments and techniques in Fab Four.Part 1 (MP4) —Part 2 (MP4) — Part 3 (MP4)
