Hauschka Composer Toolkit

• Developed in collaboration with composer Volker Bertelmann (Hauschka), this toolkit features unique soundscapes created from a Steinway D grand piano with over 40 experimental preparations.
• Recorded at Berlin’s Voxton Studios, the library includes 50 curated presets and utilizes the Evo Grid and Mercury synth for sound customization.
• Includes a variety of sonic textures, from industrial percussive rhythms to shimmering pads, designed to add depth and tension to compositions.
• Requires Kontakt Player (free download) and is compatible with NKS.
• Features mic positions accessible from the front panel for flexible mixing options.

Product Overview

Hauschka Composer Toolkit offers a diverse range of sounds crafted by Oscar-winning composer Volker Bertelmann, known as Hauschka. This toolkit features unique soundscapes that blend industrial percussive rhythms, thunderous bass lines, atonal plucks, and shimmering pads, all performed on a Steinway grand piano with over 40 experimental preparations.

Details

The library captures a wide array of sounds, moving beyond traditional piano tones to create textures that are chaotic and unpredictable. Each sound is meticulously recorded at Berlin’s Voxton Studios, allowing for a rich, immersive experience. The toolkit includes various signal options such as Pedal FX, Distorted, Modular, and Binson Echorec tape delay, alongside 50 curated presets for quick access to inspiring combinations.

With a sophisticated user interface featuring the Evo Grid and Mercury Synth, users can easily mix and match sounds, tweak parameters, and explore the library's extensive capabilities. The Evo Grid allows for instant sound customization, while the general controls panel provides in-depth management of the instrument's features. This toolkit is particularly suited for composers seeking to add depth and texture to their scores, making it a valuable resource for film scoring and experimental music.