Bass Recorder

• The Bass Recorder features a range from F2 to G4 and includes 18 articulations such as Sustain, Staccato, and various Mordents.
• It requires the full version of KONTAKT 5.6.8 or above and is not compatible with the Free Kontakt Player.
• Recorded in multiple reverb environments including Small Room, Medium Room, and Church for enhanced sonic character.
• Includes built-in effects like Stereo Wideness Enhancer and EQ for further sound shaping.
• Performed by musician Patxi Pascual and recorded at HAVE Studio in Madrid, Spain.

Product Overview

Bass Recorder is a versatile wind instrument that captures the sweet, creamy tones of the recorder family, historically prominent in European music from the Middle Ages through the Baroque period. Its broad sonic range and expressive capabilities make it suitable for various genres, from early music and epic scores to contemporary pop and classical arrangements.

Details

The library features 854 samples across a range from F2 to G4, providing a rich palette of articulations including sustain, staccato, and various mordents. It offers 18 keyswitches for articulations, allowing for nuanced performance with options like frullati, triple and quintuple tonguing, and special effects. The intimate timbre retains key and mechanical detail, enhancing the realism of the instrument.

Recorded and mixed at HAVE Studio in Madrid, the instrument includes built-in effects such as small, medium, and church reverb, along with a stereo wideness enhancer and EQ controls. This setup supports a wide range of textures and embellishments, making it a practical choice for composers looking to integrate historical and contemporary sounds into their work.