PLAY Software
All users should update to the latest PLAY software.
EastWest urges users to consider the timing of updates. If you are in the middle of a project, it may be prudent to wait until the project is complete.
PLAY v3.0.47
PLAY Version 3.0.47 (shown below) is for Windows users and Intel Mac users running OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or higher.
Fixed an issue that could result in an error for existing Hollywood Strings Gold projects
PLAY v2.1.2
This is an older version (that is not recommended) should you be having compatibility problems with the latest version of the software.
For more information on PLAY software updates, visit the Update Center .
Repair Permission for PLAY (MAC only)
Instrument Updates
Latest updates
PLAY Instrument Updates by product
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The Dark Side
Fab Four
Goliath
Gypsy
Hollywood Orchestral Woodwinds Diamond Edition
Hollywood Orchestral Woodwinds Gold Edition
Hollywood Strings Diamond Edition
Hollywood Strings Gold Edition
Hollywood Brass Diamond Edition
Hollywood Brass Gold Edition
Ministry of Rock
Ministry of Rock 2
Pianos
Pianos Gold
Ra
Silk
Solo Violin
Spaces
Stormdrum 2
Stormdrum 2 PRO
Symphonic Choirs
Symphonic Choirs Expansion
Symphonic Choirs WordBuilder
Symphonic Orchestra Free Edition
Symphonic Orchestra Gold Edition
Symphonic Orchestra Platinum Edition
Symphonic Orchestra Platinum Plus Edition
Symphonic Orchestra Silver Edition
Voices of Passion
Nov 8, 2011 - Voices of Passion Instrument Update 1.0.7
addressed compatibility issues
July 18, 2007 - Voices of Passion Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Dec 18, 2008 - EWQLSO Silver Instrument Library Update 1.0.2
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
Mar 14, 2012 - QL Solo Violin Update v1.0.1
Fixed bow change transitions in all sustain articulations
Nov 8, 2011 - EWQLSO Platinum Plus Instrument Library Update 1.0.5
fixed midi velocity curves
fixed samples for key click RT patches
fixed solo trumpet patches
various sample fixes across the library
Apr 20, 2009 - EWQLSO Platinum Plus Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system. This addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum PLUS (24- and 16-bit) users download here.
Nov 8, 2011 - EWQLSO Platinum Instrument Library Update 1.0.5 (also for Platinum Plus)
fixed midi velocity curves
fixed samples for key click RT patches
fixed solo trumpet patches
various sample fixes across the library
June 16, 2011 - EWQLSO Platinum Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Addresses the issue of missing close mic samples for solo flute. Platinum STANDARD (24-bit only) users download here.
Nov 8, 2011 - Symphonic Orchestra Gold Edition Instrument Update 1.0.5
fixed midi velocity curves
fixed samples for key click RT patches
fixed solo trumpet patches
various sample fixes across the library
Apr 21, 2011 - Symphonic Orchestra Gold Edition Sample Library Update 1.0.2
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
Dec 30, 2009 - Symphonic Orchestra Free Edition Sibelius Sound Set v1.0
EWQLSO Free Edition Sibelius Sound Set v1.0
From user Jonathan Loving, for Sibelius 5 and 6.
Instructions contained in the ZIP file.
Oct 12, 2011 - Symphonic Choirs WordBuilder Update 1.0.1
Note that this update is ONLY for users who do not have PLAY 2.1.1 or higher. PLAY 2.1.1 and higher have WordBuilder integrated and do not require a separate plugin. PLAY version 3.0.25 and higher contains WB 64-bit integrated for Mac.
fixes issue when using 'an' in votox or English with men's and women's choirs
Dec 19, 2011 - Symphonic Choirs Expansion Instrument Update 1.0.3
fixed Womens WB VOTA SC.ewi causing crashes.
Nov 15, 2011 - Symphonic Choirs Instrument Update 1.0.7
fixed corrupted Multi files
Nov 08, 2011 - Stormdrum 2 Pro Instrument Update 1.0.1
fixed Temple Rain drum FX
Nov 08, 2011 - Stormdrum 2 Instrument Update 1.0.5
fixedBlack Kit MOR: multiple incorrect default instrument settings
fixed Fuzzbox - AHDSR
Feb 29, 2012 - Spaces Software Update 1.1.09
Fixed multiple mouse clicks to press buttons in VEPro 5
Fixed filter rumbles
Fixed "Check for Update" message
Fixed CPU spikes when filters are enabled
Fixed predelay bug
Improved memory handling
Fixed editor display in ProTools
Fixed Check For Updates dialogue window
Nov 08, 2011 - Quantum Leap Silk Instrument Update 1.0.1
fixed Electric Cello mapping
Nov 08, 2011 - Quantum Leap RA Instrument Update 1.0.4
fixed Frame Drum pitch bend
fixed Europe -> Winds -> Ir Low Whistle -> IRL Lo Whs KS
fixed India > Bowed > Bar Violin
Nov 08, 2011 - Pianos Gold Instrument Update 1.0.5
removed voice in Yamaha sample
fixed midi velocity curves
Nov 08, 2011 - Pianos Instrument Update 1.1.0
removed voice in Yamaha sample
fixed midi velocity curves
Nov 08, 2011 - Ministry of Rock 2 Instrument Update 1.0.3
Fixed artificial harmonic on C#1 in Gibson PC Short RR patch
Fixed Carvin Bridge PC MOD Long only playing left channel on low C
Fixed MoR 2 Bariton PC Death.ewi no sounds
Dec 13, 2011 - Ministry of Rock Instrument Update 1.0.6
Fixed mapping on Fender 5 Str
Fixed Les Paul Deluxe ‐ F# plays F at lowest velocity
July 18, 2007 - Ministry of Rock Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
April 15, 2013 - Hollywood Strings Gold Instrument Update 2.0.3
General compatibility fixes
Nov 8, 2011 - Hollywood Strings Diamond Instrument Update 2.0.2
Fixed Volume problems on 2nd Violions Short Mod patches
Nov 8, 2011 - Gypsy Instrument Update 1.0.4
Addressed compatibility issues
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
July 18, 2007 - Gypsy Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
Nov 8, 2011 - Goliath Instrument Update 1.0.7
fixed loading issue with Cambot.ewi
fixed pitch bend affecting release tail
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
Nov 8, 2011 - Fab Four Instrument Update 1.0.3
addressed compatibility issues
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
Aug 9, 2007 - Fab Four Sample Library Update 1.0.1
This sample library update includes new samples . The patches for these samples are in the 1.0.1 Instrument Update, which must be downloaded separately.
Note that this update is only required if the software you received in the box is older than version 1.0.035.
Nov 8, 2011 - The Dark Side Instrument Update 1.0.2
addressed general compatibility issues
Download and run the installer for your operating system.
April 15, 2013 - Hollywood Brass Diamond Update 1.0.4
Added extra light "LT" patches
April 15, 2013 - Hollywood Brass Diamond Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Fixed sustain loops in Solo Tuba Sus Non Vib and Mute Sus
Fixed sustain loops in Solo Cimbasso Sus Non Vib
Fixed sustain loops in 1FH Sus
Fixed release trail clicks in F Horn
Fixed release trail length in 6F Horn
Fixed crackles in Solo Trumpet legato intervals
April 15, 2013 - Hollywood Brass Gold Update 1.0.4
Added extra light "LT" patches
April 15, 2013 - Hollywood Brass Gold Sample Library Update 1.0.1
Fixed sustain loops in Solo Tuba Sus Non Vib and Mute Sus
Fixed sustain loops in Solo Cimbasso Sus Non Vib
Fixed sustain loops in 1FH Sus
Fixed release trail clicks in F Horn
Fixed release trail length in 6F Horn
Fixed crackles in Solo Trumpet legato intervals
Feb 21, 2013 - Hollywood Orchestral Woodwinds Diamond Instrument Update 1.0.5
Shorts patches improved
Legato patches improved
LegRep patches improved
Added Leg Slur Rep and Leg Slur Exp
Feb 21, 2013 - Hollywood Orchestral Woodwinds Gold Instrument Update 1.0.3
Shorts patches improved
Legato patches improved
LegRep patches improved
Added Leg Slur Rep and Leg Slur Exp
For more downloads, visit the Update Center .
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