{"product_id":"impact-soundworks-handbells","title":"Impact SoundWorks Handbells","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Handbells\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/UnxDE_Htgps\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly gorgeous set of vintage Schulmerich handbells with a full three-octave range, plus nearly two octaves of handchimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than a stereotypical booming hall or church, these were recorded in an intimate studio space so you can add as much or as little reverb as you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting sound is warm, articulate, and crystal-clear, with astonishing versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Library\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisans at the Philadelphia-based Schulmerich company have been building handbells for nearly 200 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe particular set that we sampled for this library is decades old, with tremendous character and beauty; we took great care to capture their distinctive fullness and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also wanted to make sure that our virtual version was incredibly easy to use and customize to your taste without sacrificing the sound of the original bells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a few clicks, you can manipulate the tone however you want: from a bright, soft shimmer to a more dynamic, percussive performance. Furthermore, a built-in toggle allows you to choose between two types of damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think of handbells, you likely imagine them ringing out in a grand church hall. Indeed, you could use Handbells straightforwardly, adding your favorite majestic reverb to a beautiful set of soft bells to evoke magic and wonder in your tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may notice that even when playing rapid passages, the bells sing out with crystal clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut beyond the obvious, there is so much more you can do with them, thanks to the quality of these intimate recordings: synthy 80s vibey soundtracks, contemplative spacey soundscapes, unique aural textures, and endless other possible directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandchimes are a traditional partner to handbells, with a tone reminiscent of a music box but more resonant. They sound absolutely lovely alone or played along with the handbells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo mic positions in a studio space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 octaves of handbells (C4-C7) and 2 octaves of chimes (G#4-F#6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 damping styles - shoulder damping (immediate stop) \u0026amp; thumb damping (more gradual stop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNearly 5000 samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 10 round robins per key and articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll key handbell playing techniques - Sustain, Martele (similar to a marimba tone), Martele Lift (more resonant), Mallet, Mallet Muted, Pluck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-use tonal shaping and tweaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra performance controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily create custom mappings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCONSOLE FX rack and mixer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Impact SoundWorks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68398959198431,"sku":"ISW-HABE","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/5173\/6636\/files\/ISW_Handbells_Gui1.jpg?v=1794122570","url":"https:\/\/pluginfox.com\/products\/impact-soundworks-handbells","provider":"PluginFox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}