EXPERIENCE A RARE MUSICAL MASTERPIECE
Realsamples presents the Luthéal Piano Cimbalom Register. This library captures the only surviving original Luthéal, sampled directly from the Musical Instrument Museum in Brussels.
The unique Cimbalom stop combines clavecin and harp modifiers on a grand piano to emulate a rich dulcimer. This deeply captured instrument features sixteen velocity layers, authentic key release noises, and over two thousand individual samples for unparalleled realism.
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Finding a truly unique piano sound often feels like a search for a needle in a haystack. While most libraries focus on the same pristine concert grands, Luthéal Piano - Edition Cimbalom unearths a rare piece of musical history. Invented by George Cloetens, the Luthéal uses a Pleyel grand piano and applies an iron mechanism to alter the tone. With only one original instrument left in existence, residing at the Musical Instrument Museum in Brussels, this library offers a rare chance to play a piece of sonic history.
The Luthéal is a mechanical marvel that traditionally offers four distinct sounds. This specific edition features the "Cimbalom stop," which is a combination of the "Clavecin" and "Harp Tirée" mechanisms. By applying this iron mechanism, the piano is transformed into a hybrid instrument that offers the percussive sound spectrum of a dulcimer. Whether you are scoring a period drama, a whimsical indie track, or a psychological thriller, this "original prepared piano" provides an organic, metallic texture that instantly grabs the listener's attention.
The library captures this mechanical rarity with uncompromising detail, totaling over 2,000 samples. Each key was chromatically sampled with 16 velocity layers to ensure a natural, dynamic response. To complete the realistic profile of the instrument, the library includes 8 velocity-sensitive release samples per key and dedicated recordings of pedal push and release noises. You can feel the weight of the restored 1922 mechanism, resulting in a virtual instrument that maintains its integrity even in the most exposed arrangements.
For a limited time, this "Cimbalom stop" register is available as a free library. It is a rare opportunity to add a high-end, historical instrument to your toolkit without touching your budget. Because the Luthéal sound is so distinct blending the resonance of a grand piano with the sharp, hammered attack of a traditional cimbalom it works beautifully as a lead instrument or a percussive layer to add character to a dense mix.
This is a chance to own a piece of rare musical history for free. Secure your copy of the Luthéal Piano - Edition Cimbalom today and bring a touch of 20th-century mechanical genius to your modern productions.
Captures the cimbalom stop from one of the rarest pianos in existence Features the fully restored iron mechanism of a 1922 belgian luthéal Offers the unique sound spectrum of a traditional hammered dulcimer Includes over 2,000 individual samples for deep sonic detail Sampled chromatically with 16 velocity layers per key Provides 8 velocity sensitive release samples for every note Includes authentic pedal push and release noise samples Delivers an organic prepared piano texture with mechanical accuracy Optimized for native instruments kontakt for pro workflows Available as a special free edition of the full luthéal library Perfect for cinematic scoring and traditional folk arrangements 100 percent royalty free for all your commercial productions 
