Got a reply from Spitfire: I actually do need the samples that came with v3 in order to make v5 complete!
 
1. Odd that they don't mention that anywhere (I am sure I'm not the only one who didn't install every update).
 
2. They don't have a download section... so now I asked them how I can get that v3 update.
 
I am a bit surprised by this rather amateuristic way of dealing with updates. Total lack of important information, no easy to access download page...

Since you used the manual dl did you go the continuata link they provide in the instructions email, enter the v3 serial number & download it from there?
I've used the regular library installer with older versions & it works fine.

I just tried the manual dl & it generated these links & sent them via email instantly.
you'll get these-
 
Albion_v3_XXXX.zip
albionXXXv3.rar
albionoXXXv3.rar
Albionv3XXX.part1.rar
Albionv3XXXX.part2.rar
Albionv3XXXX.part3.rar

Carl
A little question re Albion - is this the standard package - not the loegria or Iceni packages. 
I only ask as I really like to the sound of Albion, but its not cheap - if you had to buy all three products its VERY expensive!!
Cheers
Nigel
 

it doesn't take long hangen around this forum to not be able to afford this stuff...

Bajan Blue
Carl
A little question re Albion - is this the standard package - not the loegria or Iceni packages. 
I only ask as I really like to the sound of Albion, but its not cheap - if you had to buy all three products its VERY expensive!!
Cheers
Nigel
 

No, they're all separate purchases but do you need them all? Albion I is a wonderful basic lib to have in ones 'orchestral' toolbox. Also it's one of the top libs out there today, compared to the other rather expensive libs I don't think it's too far out of range price wise.

It really depends on your needs & budget.
There's a few other cheaper libs you can get with far more instrument range & Gb but when you compare them the choice can be quite obvious which one you'd prefer or use the most in the long run.

I think many people expect too much out these libs, do your homework before you buy. 
You need a certain amount of orchestral composition knowledge & skills to get any library to sound authentic or realistic. It can be VERY tedious.

If you're looking more for some general purpose or filler strings/ horns there's other good sounding, useful & cheaper libs out there as well.
Albion is wonderful for expressive, dramatic & film but not well suited for a high impact or action / Hollywood stage style. (partly because Albion has the reverb baked in)

And with any lib sometimes you'll need to use several or different libs together to get an authentic or desired sound. 

Unfortunately there's not a demo to try although they do offer some from time to time.

Carl
Thanks that's appreciated  - I think around a thousand pounds for all three libraries is a little out of my reach!
I'll keep an eye out for sales / demos etc
Cheers
Nigel
 

carl
Since you used the manual dl did you go the continuata link they provide in the instructions email, enter the v3 serial number & download it from there?
I've used the regular library installer with older versions & it works fine.

 
My problem is that I don't have a v3 serial number...? I never updated Albion before and presumed that if I wanted to I could also download the updates from their site. Not. So all I have now is the mail about v5 with the v5 code but nothing about v3. I hope Spitfire will send me that v3 serial then. Didn't know you needed a serial for each and every version...

Yes, if you look at each email Spitfire sends for a version update you'll see it gives you a unique serial number for it too.
I'm guessing that's how Continuata works, it generates the version dl links that correspond to that version's serial #.

Just to add some more info to what is said, as stated in Spitfire's web site, Albion 1 is the base for big ensemble, then Albion 2 called Loegria is more for Chamber ensembles then Albion 3 also called Iceni is attempted for low end sounds, basses including synth and so.
The 3 libraries should complete each other.
I agree that these libraries are not adapted for fast cinematic or other style of music, because of the reverb that even with only close mic on you still have in the sound, which by the way, is very surprising at this quality/price range they should do some dryer takes to add.
However they are great and very warm for any other kind of music and the ostinato is really a pleasure to use.
 
Guys I need your help, I accidentally deleted the old Albion.nkr file, now I cant see the GUI of the v3 instruments. Someone could be so kind to send it to me, please?