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LUX ORCHESTRAL STRINGS ELEMENTS
Free Orchestral Strings Instrument for Film, TV and Game Composers
Since its launch, LUX Orchestral Strings has quickly become a go-to for film and TV composers, finding its way into the templates of some of the biggest names working in the industry today.
LUX Orchestral Strings Elements gives you a free way in. The core string sections, the same recordings, and enough to start writing real cues. Try it in your own sessions and hear what it can do. When it comes to auditioning a library, the only demo that really matters is your own cue.
LUX Orchestral Strings Elements includes:
- Five string sections
- Four core articulations
- The same recordings as the Full LUX Orchestral Strings Library
- 1st Violin Legato Demo
Start The Cue With Elements
All five string sections, four core articulations, and the same recordings as the full LUX Orchestral Strings library. Free to download and keep.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
All Five String Sections
1st Violins, 2nd Violins, Violas, Celli, and Basses. Write for a full orchestral string body, not isolated patches.
Four Core Articulations
Sustain, Spiccato, Tremolo, and Sul Ponticello Tremolo. Enough to cover melodic writing, rhythmic passages, and tension textures from the start.
The Same Recordings as LUX Orchestral Strings
Elements uses the identical sample source and cinematic mix as the flagship version. What you hear here is what LUX sounds like.
1st Violin Legato Demo
A one-octave legato passage is included to show you the phrasing and transitions before you expand to the full range in paid tiers.
LISTEN TO THE AUDIO DEMOS
PRO COMPOSERS ABOUT LUX ORCHESTRAL STRINGS
LUX Orchestral Strings is the library used by some of the most recognised names in film and television scoring. Composers who’ve used it include:
Sonuscore’s LUX Orchestral Strings are highly playable, imbued with warmth, and intuitively programmed: a remarkable orchestral library.”
Ramin Djawadi
Composer
Fallout | Game Of Thrones | Westworld | Iron Man
“I could not believe the sound coming out of the speakers, it really felt like I was in the room conducting a string orchestra.”
John Enroth
Composer
Thor: Ragnarok | 21 Jump Street
“Whatever you need to score, whatever you need to write strings for, LUX will cover it.”
Stephen Gallagher
Composer / Music Editor
LOTR – THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM | THE BEATLES: GET BACK | DISTRICT 9
“LUX Orchestral Strings sounds phenomenal! Gorgeous recordings make this insanely versatile instrument an absolute must. The possibilities here are limitless.”
Scott Michael Smith
Score Mixer
THE REVENANT / SHAZAM! / AHSOKA / BABYLON
HOW TO USE LUX ELEMENTS
Watch our walkthrough of the full version of LUX Orchestral Strings to master LUX Orchestral Strings Elements for fast and efficient workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really free?
Yes. LUX Orchestral Strings Elements is free to download and keep. No time limit, no subscription.
What do I need to run it?
Native Instruments Kontakt (full version) is required. Elements is not compatible with the free Kontakt Player.
Why can’t I hear legato across the full range?
Full legato range is available in Essentials and the Full Version. The one-octave legato demo in Elements shows you the quality of the transitions.
What does upgrading give me?
Essentials adds extended articulation sets and workflow tools. The Full Version adds full microphone control, the ensemble instrument, and the complete articulation palette for professional scoring work.
Which version of Kontakt do I need?
LUX Orchestral Strings Elements requires Native Instruments Kontakt 6.7.1 or higher. It will not run in the free Kontakt Player. If you’re unsure which version you have, check the About screen inside Kontakt.
How much drive space does Elements require?
TBD – confirm install size with Sonuscore.
How much RAM do I need to run Elements?
TBD – confirm minimum and recommended RAM specs with Sonuscore.
Is Elements available for both Mac and PC?
Yes. LUX Orchestral Strings Elements runs on macOS and Windows wherever Native Instruments Kontakt is supported. Check the Native Instruments website for the current list of supported operating systems.
How do I install LUX Orchestral Strings Elements?
Download the installer from your Sonuscore account after registration. The library is installed via Native Access, the Native Instruments installation manager. Once installed, it will appear in your Kontakt library browser automatically.
Do I need an internet connection to use Elements after download?
No. Once installed, LUX Orchestral Strings Elements runs fully offline. An internet connection is only required during the initial download and installation.
Will Elements work inside my DAW?
Yes. Kontakt runs as a plugin inside any DAW that supports VST, AU, or AAX formats, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, Studio One, and Reaper. Load Elements as you would any other Kontakt instrument.
What kind of music can I write with Elements?
Elements is suited to any writing that calls for orchestral strings: film and TV scoring, trailer music, video game soundtracks, production music, and solo compositional work. The four included articulations cover melodic lines, rhythmic figures, and sustained tension textures, which covers the majority of common string writing scenarios.
Can I use Elements for a full orchestral arrangement?
Elements includes all five standard string sections, so you can write for the complete string body. For more complex arrangements requiring extended articulations, divisi, or detailed microphone control, the full version provides those capabilities.
Is Elements suitable for beginners?
Yes. The instrument is designed to get you writing immediately without a steep learning curve. Load a section, choose an articulation, and play. The interface follows the same logic as the full LUX library, so anything you learn in Elements carries over if you upgrade.
How does Elements fit into a larger orchestral template?
Many composers use a layered template approach, building cues from multiple instruments before committing to a final sound. Elements loads and performs like any full Kontakt instrument, so it sits cleanly inside an existing template. When a cue develops to the point where more articulations or ensemble control are needed, the upgrade path to Essentials or the Full Version is a direct one – your existing MIDI and session work carries over.
Can I sketch a full cue with Elements before committing to the full library?
That is exactly what it is designed for. Elements provides enough of the LUX sound and articulation set to write a complete string cue from scratch. When the cue reaches a stage where you need more, the upgrade gives you the tools to finish it without starting over.
Create the cue with Elements. Take it further when you’re ready.
When the cue starts to develop, the path forward is clear. Essentials adds extended articulations and the workflow tools you need to build on what you’ve started. The Full Version is the complete professional toolkit: full microphone control, the ensemble instrument, and the full articulation palette for serious scoring work.
Additional Features In The Full Version
Legato For All Sections
Adaptive legato that responds to your playing with natural phrasing, available for all string sections.
Complete Set of Core Articulations
Including staccato, spiccato, marcato, tremolo, pizzicato, portamento, con sordino emulation and more.
Extended Techniques
Included are techniques such as whisper sustains, harmonics legato, soft interval trills, pendulum glissandi, slow bends and swarm textures.
Live-Recorded Elements
Included are trill figures, measured arpeggios and performance gestures that add realism.
Fluid Staccatos
Recorded in real rhythmic contexts, with an intelligent staccato mode for effortless ostinatos.
Ensemble Instrument
The ensemble instrument features polyphonic legato for sketching instant orchestrations.
Four Mic Positions
Three standard mic positions (Close, Decca, Far) plus the exclusive Bleed option.
LISTEN TO THE AUDIO DEMOS
Key Features
- Free version of our flagship strings instrument LUX Orchestral Strings
- Five string sections
- Four core articulations
- 1st Violin Legato Demo
- Full compatibility with the free Kontakt Player
System Requirements
- Works with the FREE KONTAKT PLAYER
- KONTAKT Version 7.10.9 or higher
- Apple Silicon Macs: macOS 13, 14 or 15 (latest update)
- Intel Macs (i5 or higher): macOS 13, 14 or 15 (latest update)
- Windows 10 or 11 (latest Service Pack), Intel Core i5 or equivalent CPU
- Graphics hardware support for OpenGL 2.1 or higher and Direct 3D 11.1
- 8GB RAM (more recommended)
