Crumhorn

• Features a tenor crumhorn with a range from C2 to F#3, offering a strong buzzing sound typical of double reed instruments.
• Includes three NKI files: Open Bell, Closed Bell, and Onion Bell, each with distinct tonal qualities.
• Provides six articulations accessible via keyswitches, including Sustain, Vibrato, and Trills.
• Requires Kontakt 5.6.8 or above; not compatible with the Free Kontakt Player.
• Recorded with built-in effects like Small Room Reverb and Church Reverb for enhanced sound design.

Product Overview

Crumhorn is a double reed woodwind instrument that evokes the Renaissance period while also appealing to modern sensibilities. This library captures the tenor crumhorn, showcasing its distinctive buzzing sound reminiscent of bagpipes, with a variety of timbres and colors available through different bell configurations.

Details

The library features three NKI files, including options for open bell, closed bell, and the unique “onion” bell mouth, which produces a muted, vox humana-like tone. It spans an instrument range from C2 to F#3, providing a rich palette for melodic and harmonic exploration. With 438 samples recorded, the articulations include sustain, embellished sustain, staccato, and trills, all accessible via six keyswitches for seamless performance.

Built-in effects such as small, medium, and church reverb enhance the sound, while stereo widening and EQ controls allow for further tonal shaping. The crumhorn was recorded and mixed at HAVE Studio in Madrid, ensuring a high-quality audio experience that retains the instrument's intimate character. This library is well-suited for scoring contexts that require historical authenticity or a unique tonal color.