Several years ago, a great film music composer, Lorne Balfe, posted one of his Cubase projects online. This is my version, which started with his Cubase project. No copyright infringement intended. This was done solely for educational purposes and thus it falls under the fair copyright act law. This is, of course, not for sale.

With the exception of the synths section, which contains only presets from Omnisphere, I had to replace all the instruments in the rest of the tracks, because he did this in 2016 or 2017 and he had used several instruments under Kontakt 5, which only works in the Intel version of Macs. Also, he had used a lot of libraries that I didn't have and it would've been impossible for me to buy, as they would've cost thousands of dollars or euros and I had plenty of good libraries already. 

However, replacing most of the instruments was only part of the fun, because I had to replace them with my own libraries, and make the whole thing sound as close as possible to the original. For that, I ripped the CD to my Mac (one of my favorite film scores), and aligned it with his project. I was really glad to realize that once I synced it, everything aligned perfectly, as if this was the final project he had used for the album.

Whether or not this is the actual project he used I don't know for sure, but it gave me a great learning opportunity. Going track by track, assigning different instruments in my libraries and listening to them to get as close as possible to the original. Then I had even more fun and duplicated several tracks, sometimes entire sections, and loaded different libraries into those as well. I also added a bass guitar because, why not?

Because MOD and EXP are never the same for each library out there, even libraries from the same publisher, I had to edit most of those too, as well as volume automation that Lorne set but didn't work the same with vastly different VSTis, even if it was the same actual instrument I was trying to replicate. But violins in Cinesamples are not going to sound the same as those in Spitfire libraries, Eastwest, Orchestral Tools, Cinematic Studio Series and so on. So while Lorne had programmed those perfectly with Spitfire libraries mostly, once replaced with other libraries, I needed to do a lot of MIDI programming, and that was a lot of fun, as well as a great learning experience. I wish there were more composers that offer online their projects like he does, because it's an invaluable tool for composers that are just getting started like me and so many others.

DAW

Cubase Pro 13

Virtual libraries

Cinesamples
• Cinestrings Core
• Cineperc
• Cinebrass Pro
• Cinebrass Core
• Musio Cineperc Orchestral

Spitfire
• Albion One
• Hans Zimmer Percussion Professional
• Originals Felt Piano
• Originals Cinematic Percussion
• Kontakt Factory Library

Orchestral Tools
• Berlin Series Main Collections
• Berlin Strings Bundle
• Metropolis Ark 1

Vienna Symphonic Library
• Epic Orchestra 2.0
• Synchron Prime Edition

Native Instruments
• Scarbee Rickenbacker Bass
• Electric Sunburst Deluxe guitar

Eastwest
• Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition

Spectravision
• Omnisphere

Project Sam
• Symphobia 2

Effects used

Liquidsonics
• Cinerooms

D16 Group
• Frontier

Brainworx
• bx_limiter True Peak

Steinberg
• Included audio FX plugins like Stereo Delay, Standard Limiter, EQ, etc

iZotope

• Ozone 11

Mission Impossible Fallout - Main Theme MIDI Programming from Lorne Balfe's Cubase project

Recently my piano teacher suggested me to prepare this part, being one of the easiest Chopin pieces (Chopin Prelude in B minor OP. 28 Nº6). As I was analyzing it, I couldn't help hearing inside my head the instruments which I have finally tried to capture in this orchestral version. In due respect, I have kept the structure, harmonic cadences, motives&phrases obviously, even the voicing - I mean certain inversions that are used for a reason. Let me share below the libraries I have used. It was really long since I haven't shared anything, hope you guys like it!

DAW: Cubase 12 PRO
Strings: Performance Samples PACIFIC
Woodwind: Berlin WW
Brass: Spitfire Studio Brass
Percussion: Cinesamples CinePerc
Harp: Soundiron Elysium Harp

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Chopin Prelude Nº6 MIDI MOCK-UP

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If you're a composer, producer, or sound designer in search of a comprehensive orchestral percussion library, Cinesamples CinePerc Complete is the answer. This professional-grade library, recorded at the iconic MGM Scoring Stage at Sony Pictures Studios, Los Angeles, offers a rich palette of percussion instruments that span orchestral, auxiliary, ethnic, wood, and metal categories. Here’s a detailed guide on how to download and install this exceptional library.

Step 1: Ensure You Have KONTAKT PRO
Before you can use CinePerc Complete, you need to have KONTAKT PRO. This robust sampler software is essential for accessing and utilizing the extensive features of CinePerc. Visit our website to download KONTAKT PRO first. Once installed, you’re ready to dive into the world of cinematic percussion.

CinePerc: The Best Orchestral Percussion Library
CinePerc Complete is renowned as the best orchestral percussion library available. It consolidates the previously separate Core, Pro, Aux, and Epic libraries into one cohesive package. This comprehensive collection is meticulously organized into folders such as Metals, Melodic, and Ethnic, allowing for easy navigation and quick access to the sounds you need.

Key Features:
Complete Orchestral Percussion Library: Spans a wide range of instruments, providing a one-stop solution for your percussion needs.
Recorded at MGM Scoring Stage: Benefit from the legendary acoustics of Sony Pictures Studios.
User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive folder structure and consistent instrument mapping make it easy to find and use the sounds you need.
Cinematic Excellence: Ideal for orchestral and trailer music production.
Step 2: Download CinePerc Complete
To download CinePerc Complete, follow the link to our website: Download CinePerc Complete. Ensure you have a stable internet connection, as the library is extensive and will require significant bandwidth.

Step 3: Installation Process
After downloading the library, follow these steps to install it:

Extract the Files: Unzip the downloaded file to a desired location on your hard drive.
Open KONTAKT PRO: Launch KONTAKT PRO and navigate to the Library tab.
Add Library: Click on the 'Add Library' button and select the folder where you extracted the CinePerc files.
Authorization: Follow the prompts to authorize the library. This step ensures you have legitimate access and integrates the library seamlessly into KONTAKT PRO.
Seamless Integration with Kontakt Player
One of the significant advantages of CinePerc Complete is its compatibility with Native Instruments’ free Kontakt Player. This means you don't need to purchase any additional sample playback software. Simply load the library into Kontakt Player, and you're ready to start creating.

Exploring the Orchestral Ensemble Patch
The new "CinePerc Orchestral Percussion Ensemble" patch is a standout feature. This patch includes instruments from the ‘01 ORCHESTRAL’ folder, offering a complete orchestral percussion palette at your fingertips. It’s intuitively mapped, making it easier than ever to create detailed orchestral percussion mockups. Detailed mapping information is available in the User Manual, which you can download from our website.

Re-Mapping for Consistency
To enhance usability, all CinePerc instruments have been re-mapped for a consistent and intuitive layout. Non-chromatic instruments are centered around middle C, ensuring you always know where to begin. Additionally, certain instruments have been split into their own patches for clarity, such as different mallet types or snare drums.

Conclusion
Cinesamples CinePerc Complete is a must-have for any serious composer or producer. Its extensive range of high-quality percussion instruments, recorded in one of the world’s most renowned studios, provides unmatched versatility and sound quality.

How to Download Cinesamples CinePerc Complete (KONTAKT)

Vic Brass is a composer for Film&Trailer music, Orchestral tracks and Choral work based in the very south of Spain.

After several years of classical piano and choral education, Vic became an experienced and versatile musician with more than 20 years of activity in bands such as The Brass Buttons or Driver 8. 

Vic is eager to collaborate with interesting film-music projects. Don't hesitate to reach out if you enjoy what you hear.

Cheers, 
Victor

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