Native Instruments Session Strings Pro 2
A pop/contemporary studio strings library for the free Kontakt Player or full Kontakt, built on a mid-sized ensemble at 36.6GB. The focus is tight, modern arrangements — well matched to pop, R&B and dance productions that need contemporary strings rather than a sweeping orchestral sound. A focused enthusiast-tier pick; if you're after a large cinematic section, this deliberately smaller, more produced ensemble isn't the tool.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall68±6Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Tier 'enthusiast', adjusted for in-class price position and source coverage.
No ecosystem requirements declared for this category.
2 independent/primary source(s), 3 cited in total; 1 field(s) flagged for verification.
Tier 'enthusiast', adjusted for in-class price headroom, sourcing, and verification state.
Tier 'enthusiast' baseline with 0 native ecosystem(s) carrying into higher-tier setups.
Priced in the 44th percentile of its enthusiast-tier peers in this category.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| host requirement | Free Kontakt Player (5 or higher) or full KontaktFlagged | Flagged |
| genre focus | Pop / contemporary studio strings (mid-sized ensemble)Sourced | Sourced |
| size (GB) | 36.6Sourced | Sourced |
2/3 detail specs sourced · 1 flagged for verification. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Pop, R&B and dance string arrangements
- Contemporary mid-sized ensemble
- Producers needing tight modern strings
Who should skip this
- Film composers needing a large cinematic section - this is a tight mid-sized pop/dance ensemble
- Anyone wanting deep solo or divisi articulations - it's built for contemporary block arrangements, not detailed orchestral writing
Where to buy
List price $299
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard music production setup.
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the EastWest Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition (Diamond) is the natural next step up in sample libraries. See it →