The ErHu is a traditional Chinese bowed instrument with two strings, tracing its origins back to the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century A.D. It remains a prominent element in Chinese music, featured across a wide range of genres from cinematic scores to classical opera. Its rich cultural heritage is reflected in its enduring presence in contemporary musical compositions throughout China.

Distinct from the Western violin, the ErHu offers a unique tonal character that evokes deep emotion. Whereas a violin often sounds like a bright soprano in a grand setting, the ErHu delivers a raw, expressive voice reminiscent of a life story told through a hoarse tone. This distinctive sound creates a powerful and intimate atmosphere, setting it apart from other stringed instruments.

This virtual instrument features recordings by renowned ErHu musician YuSheng Liu, capturing a wide range of playing techniques including legato, vibrato, staccato, pizzicato, tremolos, glide, and trills. The plugin supports dynamic expression through MIDI aftertouch and modwheel controls, along with keyswitch functionality, enabling users to easily access and perform the instrument’s nuanced articulations. The sample library size is 412.1MB.