Orchestral Tools
7.6#1 in music sample libraries€199 one-timeFree planWebmacOSWindows
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UVI Soundbanks
6.0#28 in music sample libraries€149 one-timemacOSWindows
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| Fact | Orchestral Tools | UVI Soundbanks |
|---|---|---|
| DAW compatibility | Collections can be used with sequencers supporting VST or AU, which the helpdesk says includes most sequencers. | UVI lists Ableton Live, Bitwig, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Reaper, and other DAWs as certified. |
| Headquarters | March, Germany | Paris, France |
| Operating systems | The current SINE download supports macOS 10.15 or later and 64-bit Windows 10, with Apple ARM chipsets supported. | Soundware supports macOS 10.14 through macOS 26 and Windows 10 through Windows 11 (64-bit). |
Orchestral Tools plans
- SINEplayerFree
- Berlin Free OrchestraFree
- Splinter intro offer€199, paid once
- Inspire Bundle€209, paid once
- Habitat€229, paid once
- Berlin Orchestra Created with Berklee€299, paid once
UVI Soundbanks plans
- Emulation II+€149, paid once
- Orchestral Suite 2€199, paid once
- World Suite 3€299, paid once
- Vintage Vault 5€499, paid once
Pick Orchestral Tools if…
SINE suits composers, producers, performers, and sound designers looking for acoustic virtual instruments. It is for computer users on macOS or Windows who want to choose which instruments and microphone positions to download.
Pick UVI Soundbanks if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.