Waterphone

• The Waterphone is performed by the All Saints Choir, adding a unique sonic character to the instrument.
• This virtual instrument is designed for experimental music, featuring distinctive sound qualities.
• It does not require Kontakt Player, but specific Kontakt version requirements are not provided.

Product Overview

Waterphone offers a unique exploration of sound through its distinctive design, featuring a set of tuned tines that can be played with bows or mallets. This instrument captures a wide range of expressive tones, making it suitable for sound design and atmospheric scoring.

Details

The library includes two main instruments: Waterphone Phrases and Waterphone Unwrapped. Waterphone Phrases features 366 individual performances that can be chromatically mapped across the keyboard, allowing for flexible sound design. The instrument is recorded with both stereo and contact mic channels, providing options for blending and shaping the sound. Body resonance control and various modulation options enhance the sonic palette.

Waterphone Unwrapped focuses on individual tines sampled with bows and mallets, offering articulations such as bowed sustain and tuned accents. This instrument also includes sympathetic resonance modeling, which adds depth and character to the sound. Both instruments feature comprehensive control panels with envelope, filter, and LFO options, allowing for detailed sound manipulation.

With its rich tonal qualities and extensive performance options, the Waterphone is well-suited for creating eerie soundscapes, enhancing film scores, or exploring experimental music. Its unique capabilities make it a valuable tool for composers looking to incorporate unconventional textures into their work.