Expressive E has recently released a collection of MPE-ready solo string instruments. Designed for expressive real-time performance, the Soliste series draws on the power of physical modeling and deep expertise in expressive interaction to open fresh and unprecedented perspectives for bowed string instruments.
Meet Soliste: four solo string instruments, physically modeled for real bowing under your fingers. Soliste brings you back to the natural gesture, where every nuance, imperfection, and friction feels alive and expressive. No samples. Just you, your fingers, and the sound.
The series includes the following solo string instruments:
- VLN 356 – Violin: The agile voice of the ensemble. Crisp, bright, and endlessly expressive. Perfect for soaring melodies and intricate articulations.
- VLA 419 – Viola: Rich and warm, the viola bridges melody and harmony with a lush tone that adds depth and emotion to any composition.
- CLO 756 – Cello: Deep, resonant, and full-bodied, the cello delivers soulful lines and powerful dynamics, ideal for emotional and cinematic playing.
- DBS 1130 – Double Bass: The foundation of the string section, with deep, rich lows and subtle articulations that bring your music solid grounding and character.
The instruments feature a highly customizable sound engine, multiple play modes designed to adapt to your style and sensitivity, a smart vibrato system, portamento & pressure glide, and more.
Available in VST/VST3 and AU plugin formats for Windows and Mac, Soliste is on sale at an introductory 40% discount through July 18th, 2025. The whole collection is $179 USD (regular $299 USD), and instruments can be purchased individually for $59 USD (regular $99 USD) during the promotion.
The offer is available at Plugin Boutique and from the Expressive E store.
