German Harpsichord 1738 - Edition Germ. Nationalmuseum

• The German Harpsichord 1738 library features a historically preserved instrument built by Christian Vater in 1738.
• It offers a rich sonic character with sonorous bass, majestic warmth, and delicate highs.
• The library includes samples from three different register combinations: front 8', rear 8', and both 8' together.
• This instrument is housed in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nürnberg.

Product Overview

German Harpsichord 1738 - Edition Germ. Nationalmuseum features a historically significant instrument crafted by Christian Vater in Hannover. This harpsichord, preserved in excellent playable condition, offers a rich tonal palette with sonorous bass and delicate highs, making it suitable for both Baroque compositions and contemporary arrangements.

Details

The library captures the harpsichord in three register combinations: the front 8', the rear 8', and both 8' together, providing a comprehensive range of the instrument's capabilities. Each note has been recorded eight times to ensure nuanced variations with repeated strikes, enhancing the natural elegance and liveliness of the performance. Additionally, key release noises are included in four variations per note, contributing to a more authentic playing experience.

Recorded in the acoustically rich Aufseß concert hall of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, the samples were captured using hand-built Wagner™ U47w® tube microphones, Crane Song™ Flamingo® preamps, and Universal Audio™ 2192® converters, ensuring high fidelity at 192 kHz/24 bit resolution. The library also includes presets for HAlion®, Kontakt® (full version required), and EXS24®, making it accessible for various software samplers. The instrument is presented in its original Valotti tuning (392 Hz), with presets available in 440 Hz as well.