Dutch Harpsichord 1755 - Edition Beurmann

• Features a two-manual harpsichord from 1755 by Johann Daniel Dulcken.
• Offers bright and lively tonal colors characteristic of the Dutch style.
• Sampled in four registers: upper 8", lower 8", Tutti, and 4".
• Designed to capture the full range of the instrument's sound.

Product Overview

Dutch Harpsichord 1755 - Edition Beurmann features a two-manual instrument crafted by Johann Daniel Dulcken, showcasing bright and vibrant tonal colors from 18th-century Antwerp. The library captures the essence of the harpsichord through four distinct registers: upper 8", lower 8", Tutti, and 4", providing a wide range of expressive possibilities.

Details

The instrument is sampled with a focus on natural variation, featuring each note recorded in eight different variations to avoid mechanical repetition. This approach enhances the authenticity of trills and rapid passages, lending a sense of elegance and liveliness to performances. The library also includes key release noises, which contribute to the overall realism and playability, with these details captured four times per key.

With nearly 2,300 individual recordings, the library is designed for use with Native Instruments™ Kontakt 6 and higher, offering presets in both Valotti tuning at 390 Hz and standard tuning at 440 Hz. The samples were recorded at 192 kHz/24 Bit using specialized microphones and preamps from DS-audioservice, ensuring high fidelity and clarity. This instrument is well-suited for Baroque compositions and other contexts where historical authenticity is desired.