Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 1.1

Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 presents an excellently crafted virtual rendition of one of the most esteemed and revered harpsichords in history. The Ruckers family, famed for their Flemish instrument-building expertise, has produced a masterpiece with the 1628 model, comparable in significance to the renowned Stradivarius violins crafted by the Stradivari family.

Reaching back to 1628, this harpsichord marked a pinnacle for the Ruckers lineage, solidifying its place as one of the most extraordinary and valuable harpsichords ever created. Andreas Ruckers (The Elder) brought this two-manual harpsichord to life in Antwerp, and today, enthusiasts can relish in its harmonious delights through this meticulously developed virtual rendition by TempoRubato in collaboration with realsamples.

Designed with the consultation of seasoned harpsichord experts, Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 authentically reproduces all stops and combinations featured on the original instrument. Boasting separate MIDI channels for each manual and finely-tuned key velocity responses for realistic onset delays, this digital counterpart faithfully captures the essence of the historic masterpiece.

Embracing various historic tuning systems such as Werckmeister, Vallotti, Krinberger, Meantone, and more, this app offers a diverse range of tonal exploration opportunities. Its pitching flexibility allows for historically-accurate performances or innovative adaptations suited to contemporary musical genres.

Technologically advanced, Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 complies with iOS standards like AudioBus, Core MIDI, Virtual MIDI, and InterApp-Audio, enabling seamless integration with different music applications. Whether utilized within Apple’s InterApp-Audio setup or as a standalone sound module controlled by MIDI interfaces or USB devices through Core MIDI support, this app ensures a fluid and intuitive user experience.

Supported by 800MB of meticulously sampled data and employing high-fidelity floating-point audio processing techniques, Historic Harpsichords - Ruckers 1628 delivers an immersive musical experience for owners of compatible iOS devices. Delve into the rich soundscapes inspired by the original Ruckers 1628 harpsichord and unlock endless creative possibilities using the app's onboard keyboards.