GERMAN HARPSICHORD 1738
Experience the majestic sound of a rare 1738 Christian Vater harpsichord. Preserved in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, this instrument features mellow lows and rich mids, captured with pristine detail using vintage tube microphones.
The library offers three distinct stop combinations, including front and rear 8′ registers. With eight variations per note and four release samples, it avoids the “machine-gun” effect, delivering authentic, living history.
Recorded at 192 kHz and available in original Valotti or 440 Hz tuning, this collection is an essential Baroque toolkit. Get it now for just $19.95 (reg. $109.95).
Available Formats: Kontakt (Full version)
Compatibility: macOS, Windows
Transport yourself to 1738 Hannover without leaving your studio. The German Harpsichord 1738 by Realsamples isn't just another digital recreation; it is a meticulously preserved piece of history, captured within the walls of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg.
Built by the legendary Christian Vater, this specific instrument is one of the few remaining examples of the German harpsichord tradition. While many harpsichord libraries lean towards a thin or "jangly" tone, the 1738 Vater instrument is known for its mellow low end and rich, supportive low-mids. These characteristics make it a versatile choice not just for period-accurate Baroque pieces, but for adding an organic, percussive texture to modern cinematic scores, folk, or indie pop.
To capture the true soul of the instrument, Realsamples avoided the "machine-gun effect" by recording eight variations for every single note. When you play a trill or a fast passage, the library cycles through these round robins, mimicking the natural physical fluctuations of a real pluck.
They also focused heavily on the "release" phase of the sound. In a real harpsichord, the sound of the plectrum returning to its resting position is part of the instrument's character. By including four release samples per note, this library retains the mechanical "clack" and resonance that makes a listener feel like they are sitting right in front of the keys.
The recording process involved a high-end signal chain featuring custom-made Wagner U47w tube microphones and Crane Song Flamingo preamps. Every register was captured at 192 kHz/24-bit, ensuring that the majestic upper harmonics are crisp and transparent. Whether you need the front 8' stop, the rear 8' stop, or the full, complex sound of both combined, the textures remain detailed and harmonically deep.
Don’t miss your chance to own a museum-grade instrument usually kept behind glass. Add the authentic, 300-year-old character of the German Harpsichord 1738 to your collection at this exclusive price before the deal expires.
Captured at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg Rare 1738 instrument built by master Christian Vater Eight round robin variations per note for natural realism Four release samples per key for mechanical authenticity Mellow low end and rich supportive low mids Recorded at 192 kHz with high end tube microphones Front and rear stops recorded individually and combined Includes nearly 2000 individual high definition samples Historical Valotti and modern 440 Hz tuning presets Organic textures for cinematic scores and modern production Preserves the unique mechanical character of the plectrum Available for multiple professional sampler and audio formats 
