German Harpsichord 1782 - Edition Germ. Nationalmuseum

• The library features a historically preserved German harpsichord built in 1782 by Carl August Gräbner.
• It offers a rich sonic character with defined basses, majestic mid-tones, and open highs.
• This instrument is housed in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg.
• Requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

German Harpsichord 1782 - Edition Germ. Nationalmuseum features one of the few historically preserved German harpsichords, built by Carl August Gräbner in 1782. This instrument, housed in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, offers a rich tonal palette with defined basses, majestic midrange, and open highs, making it suitable for Baroque compositions and historical recreations.

Details

The library includes individual samples of all registers: the upper and lower 8' registers, the 4' register, and the lute stop, with combinations of the 8' registers and a "Tutti" setting for complex harmonic overtones. Each note is recorded with eight variations to capture the natural nuances of the instrument, ensuring that no two notes sound identical, which is essential for maintaining authenticity in trills and rapid passages.

Mechanical details such as key release sounds are also included, recorded in four variations per note and register, contributing to a realistic playing experience. The instrument was sampled at 412 Hz in Valotti tuning, with presets available at 440 Hz. Over 3,900 individual recordings were made in the Aufseß concert hall using high-quality microphones and preamps from DS-audioservice, ensuring clarity and depth in the sound. The library is compatible with Native Instruments™ Kontakt® (full version required) and includes an essay on the instrument's history and construction.