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The Alpine Project

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A Free Orchestral Instrument Sample Library for Kontakt

About

The Alpine Project was started with the idea of combining the best public domain orchestral samples with advanced effects and scripting in NI’s Kontakt.  Since its release, The Alpine Project has been made its way into studios around the world, ranging from the youngest beginners to Grammy-winners.  

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Consistently ranked as one of the top free orchestral libraries for Kontakt, the original Alpine Project libraries have been downloaded more than 100,000 times.  The upcoming new edition is an update and consolidation of the entire collection. 

 

When The Alpine Project was started five years ago, there were few free orchestral sample libraries in modern sampler formats.  Since then, many of largest commercial sample library developers have released free orchestral libraries.  The 2021 Edition of The Alpine Project serves to complement libraries like Spitfire Audio’s BBCSO Discover and Project SAM’s The Free Orchestra (which consist of orchestral sections and ensembles), by focusing on a wide variety of expressive solo instruments.  

The new and improved 2021 Edition is now available!

Download the 2021 Edition

A download link has been sent to your email.  It may take a few minutes to arrive. You can also click here for a direct download.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I use Alpine Project libraries in my music?

Yes! The libraries can be used in any music release without issues.  We do ask that you not distribute or sell sample content using the library.

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  • How do I load an instrument into Kontakt?

Simply drag the .nki file into the main page in the Kontakt plugin.

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  • When I load an instrument, it appears in demo mode and times out after 15 minutes.

The library requires the full version of Native Instruments’ Kontakt software for full use.  They will run in demo mode in the free software Kontakt Player.

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  • I’m getting a missing sample error when I try to load an instrument.

Locate the option Resolve Manually and then select Browse for Folder, and then select the folder location of the library on your computer.  

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  • Will there be a version for Machine, Musescore, or any other software sampler?

The is no plan to remake the library in another software sampler.  

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  • Are there any further updates planned for the Alpine Project?

Not at the moment.

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  • How can I show my appreciation for these free virtual instruments?  

Send us an email at alpineproject1@gmail.com — we love to hear how people are enjoying the Alpine Project libraries!​

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  • I've filled out the email form, but still haven't gotten a download link. 

First, check your spam folder in your email.  It may take a little while for the email to arrive.  You may also want to try again with a different email.

After submitting your email, green text will appear underneath and has a link to a direct download.  If you continue to have issues - email us, we will try to get back to you soon.

​Contact: alpineproject1@gmail.com

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© 2021 by The Alpine Project.  All sample libraries on this website are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.  All libraries CAN be used in public and commercial projects!

 

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