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BBC Symphony Orchestra vs EastWest ComposerCloud+
Both stand on virtual instruments. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan MacWindows
BBC Symphony Orchestra offers three interchangeable editions, from a free 240MB Discover package to a larger Professional library. Check the edition’s instrument and technique counts against your needs, as well as its download and storage requirements.
Visit BBC Symphony Orchestra Free trial MacWindows
ComposerCloud+ offers a large instrument collection with tools for loading and shaping sounds in OPUS. Consider its internet requirements, device limit and cancellation effect alongside the plan that suits you.
Visit EastWest ComposerCloud+The facts
| BBC Symphony Orchestra | EastWest ComposerCloud+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | BBC Symphony Orchestra Core: £399, paid once | See the plans |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | spitfireaudio.com | soundsonline.com |
| On virtual instruments | #4 of 33 | #8 of 33 |
BBC Symphony Orchestra: what it does well
- Discover is free and contains 34 instruments.
- Professional includes 45 legatos and 20 signals.
- Plugin supports VST3, AU and AAX formats.
- Editions can switch modes for sharing and collaboration.
- DAW templates and how-to videos are available.
What to know first
- Downloading requires the Spitfire Audio app.
- Spitfire recommends installing to an external drive.
- Core costs £399, paid once.
- Professional costs £899, paid once.
EastWest ComposerCloud+: what it does well
- Access to more than 43,000 virtual instruments
- Covers orchestral, electronic, vocal and world sounds
- Downloaded instruments work locally in a DAW
- Supports commercial use with creator rights retained
- Includes a 14-day trial
What to know first
- No free plan
- Searching and downloading require internet access
- Subscription activates on at most two devices
- Licensed instruments stop loading after cancellation
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