Piano Overtones
Osterhouse Sounds
Additive Piano
- Utilizes additive synthesis with samples from a Steinway piano.
- Designed to create unique sonic textures and overtones.
- Focuses on expanding the tonal possibilities of traditional piano sounds.
Product Overview
Piano Overtones employs additive synthesis to create a unique sound palette using samples from a Steinway piano. This instrument allows for significant tonal transformation, moving beyond traditional piano sounds into more experimental territories.
Details
The library features a system where users can draw shapes into Series A and Series B, with a Morph slider to interpolate between them. This setup triggers the fundamental pitch and its first seven partials, diverging from equal temperament to align with the harmonic series. While there is only one velocity layer, enabling the Velocity control allows for dynamic morphing based on playing intensity.
Additional controls include a reverb send for spaciousness, a Shape knob to adjust attack and sustain, and a Shift function to alter tone by playing back samples meant for different keys. The Detune feature introduces random detuning across overtones, creating metallic or bell-like effects, while the shuffle button randomises both detuning and panning. The library includes 13 presets and 45 samples, requiring the full version of Kontakt 7 or higher for use.
