- Publisher: Sonora Cinematic
- Product: Poiesis Cello
- Release: ViP Team
- Version: 2.0.1
- Requirements: Kontakt v7.7.0 and higher
Poiesis Cello has captured the hearts of composers and sound designers since its original release, and now the groundbreaking Poiesis Cello 2 is here—bringing an entirely new level of creative freedom. Building on the legacy of the first release, Poiesis Cello 2 is reimagined with the cutting-edge Aria Engine, unlocking an array of innovative tools for crafting cinematic, textural cello performances.
What’s New in Poiesis Cello 2?
Poiesis Cello 2 expands upon the original’s groundbreaking design, offering a vast improvement in sound design flexibility and creative control. Whether you’re composing a poignant film score, crafting atmospheric soundscapes, or exploring avant-garde textures, Poiesis Cello 2 provides a wealth of possibilities to sculpt your sound exactly how you envision it.
- Aria Engine Power: Poiesis Cello 2 is powered by our bespoke Aria Engine, which elevates this instrument with powerful new features like articulation stacking, intuitive crossfading, and a comprehensive suite of effects.
- New Articulation System: Experience a completely new way to organize and trigger articulations with the Poiesis Cello Articulation Keyswitch—create custom keyswitches or map velocity to control articulation changes for ultimate flexibility.
- Expansive Sound Design: With over 100 new presets, Poiesis Cello 2 lets you explore a variety of instantly usable textures, evolving soundscapes, and dynamic performances, all while maintaining the instrument’s signature expressiveness.
Dual Instrument Design – Tailored for Your Workflow
Poiesis Cello 2 is now organized as two distinct instruments to give you even more flexibility:
- Poiesis Cello (Textures): The heart of the instrument, this 2-layer engine lets you blend two articulations at once, creating evolving soundscapes with organic complexity. Use the mod-wheel (CC#1) to seamlessly crossfade between your chosen articulations for dynamic, living textures that shift with every note.
- Poiesis Cello Articulation Keyswitch: This new system allows you to organize single articulations into a fully customizable switching setup. Whether you prefer traditional key switching or velocity-sensitive articulation changes, you’ll have complete control over your instrument’s expression.
The Sound – Pure, Intimate, and Ready to Shape
Poiesis Cello 2 retains the unmistakable intimacy and warmth of the original, recorded with three premium microphones and offering a range of tonal colors to sculpt with. The instrument was captured in a dry studio setting using:
- Neumann U87 (LDC): Rich, full-bodied sound ideal for expressive warmth and depth.
- AEA R84A (RBN): Smooth, vintage ribbon quality that adds character and body to your performance.
- Schoeps CMC/mk4 (SDC): Pristine detail and clarity, perfect for delicate textures and nuanced shadings.
These three microphones are paired with a pre-mixed stereo option for instant access to an elegant, resource-friendly sound right out of the box.
Complete Articulation List – A World of Expression
With 43 articulations in the Textures patch alone, Poiesis Cello 2 offers an unparalleled range of expressive possibilities. From the subtlety of Sul Tasto to the haunting sounds of Circular Bowing, every note you play can take on new emotional depths. Combine these with the Shorts patch, featuring velocity-sensitive spiccato, staccato, and pizzicato articulations, and you have a truly versatile cello instrument capable of everything from delicate phrasing to powerful accents.
Optimized for Creativity
Poiesis Cello 2 was designed with one goal in mind: to inspire. Whether you’re a film composer, game music creator, sound designer, or electronic producer, Poiesis Cello 2 adapts to your workflow, allowing you to push the boundaries of what’s possible with sampled instruments.
- Crossfade and Layer Articulations: Blend layers with ease and create evolving, dynamic performances in real time.
- Extensive Effects Library: Add richness and complexity to your sounds with a wide range of built-in effects.
- Intuitive XY Pad: Shape your sound in real time with an XY pad that allows you to modulate parameters and create evolving, unique textures.
System Requirements & Compatibility
To unlock the full potential of Poiesis Cello 2, you will need Kontakt Player 7.7+ (free download) as a minimum. This ensures seamless integration with your existing DAW setup and gives you access to the most flexible, intuitive interface possible.
A Timeless Instrument for Modern Creators
The Poiesis Cello 2 is more than just an instrument—it’s a creative tool that invites exploration. Whether you’re crafting cinematic scores, experimental soundscapes, or emotional string arrangements, Poiesis Cello 2 gives you the power to create sounds that are truly your own.
Why Poiesis Cello 2?
- Unmatched Expressiveness: From delicate, airy flautandos to rich, textural bowing techniques, Poiesis Cello 2 captures every nuance.
- Dual Engine Flexibility: Blend, crossfade, or layer articulations with ease to craft evolving soundscapes.
- Creative Control: The new articulation system gives you unprecedented control over your instrument, whether via keyswitch or velocity.
- Premium Sound: Recorded with a Yo-Yo Ma signature cello and the finest microphones, Poiesis Cello 2 offers an intimate, lifelike sound ready for any production.
Step into a new world of string production with Poiesis Cello 2—where every note is an opportunity to create something unique, something beautiful, something yours.