EastWest Releases Hollywood Orchestra 2026 Update (+Opus updated to v1.6.2)

EastWest Sounds has released a major new update for the Hollywood Orchestra series, bringing powerful new features to Hollywood Strings, Brass, Orchestral Woodwinds, Orchestral Percussion, Solo Violin, Solo Cello and Harp. The highlight is Movie Mixes — curated, film-ready mixes that adjust mic balance, reverb, and per-instrument EQ, letting you dial in cinematic sound instantly while keeping full compatibility with existing sessions. This update also adds Alternative Scales, refreshed interface artwork, and performance refinements across the entire series. If you are a current user, you can download the update now via the EastWest Installation Center. Please note, this update requires Opus version 1.6.2 or higher. Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition is also available as a standalone purchase or in the EastWest ComposerCloud+ subscription service. YouTube.com/watch?v=yrGkhS0I1zc Read More