Native Instruments proudly introduces LCO Producer Strings, a new Kontakt instrument that brings the adventurous spirit of the London Contemporary Orchestra (LCO) directly into the hands of music creators everywhere.

From bedroom producers to film composers, anyone can now access the distinctive sound of one of the world’s most forward-thinking ensembles.

LCO Producer Strings

Celebrated for their fearless experimentation, the LCO has scored blockbuster films such as Deadpool & Wolverine and collaborated with some of music’s most visionary artists, including Radiohead, Frank Ocean, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd. Now, their unmistakable sound is ready to inspire a new generation of composers and producers.

Recorded at London’s legendary RAK Studios with acclaimed engineer Fiona Cruickshank, LCO Producer Strings captures the orchestra’s emotional depth through gritty, modern, and textural string performances. It’s an instrument designed to push creative boundaries while staying intuitive and expressive.

At the heart of LCO Producer Strings is a four-layer sound engine that allows users to combine violins, violas, cellos, and synth elements into rich, evolving textures. Whether you want raw, organic timbres or cinematic hybrid layers, the flexibility and depth of the instrument invite endless exploration.

Native Instruments VP of Product Management, Tim Adnitt, explains,

“LCO Producer Strings makes the unique and striking sound of the London Contemporary Orchestra available to everyone. The world-class musicians, studio, engineer, sampling techniques, and intuitive engine combine to give producers and songwriters the freedom to craft strings that are as bold and unconventional as their ideas.”

LCO’s co-Artistic Director and co-Principal Conductor Hugh Brunt adds,

“For us, it’s about reimagining what an orchestra can be. This collaboration captures the raw, experimental spirit of the LCO and places it directly in the hands of artists and producers, opening new possibilities for how strings can shape modern music.”

LCO Producer Strings

Key Features

  • Authentic LCO Sound: A curated collection created with the London Contemporary Orchestra, offering evocative string textures for any genre.
  • Modern Playing Techniques: Includes distinctive articulations like cluster blooms, harmonic flickers, cascading runs, and percussive pizzicatos.
  • Four-Layer Engine: Blend violins, violas, cellos, and synths into kaleidoscopic, evolving layers with full creative control.
  • Hybrid Sound Sources: Combine acoustic and electronic elements for timbres that range from lush and organic to gritty and futuristic.
  • Seamless Integration: Optimized for Kontakt 8 and Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) for effortless workflow and expressive hardware control.

LCO Producer Strings invites you to step beyond traditional orchestral sounds and create something truly original, whether you’re scoring a film, producing a pop record, or exploring experimental soundscapes.

Pricing and Availability
LCO Producer Strings is available now from Native Instruments for $99 / €99 / £89.

For more information, visit www.native-instruments.com.