Multis: 12 | Patches: 23

Scarlatti Harpsichords features two sampled harpsichords, custom built by skilled craftsmen. The first harpsichord, built by John Germer, was designed after instruments used by the famous composer and performer Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757), and is therefore considered to be of Italian design. It was sampled with a double set of 8 foot strings, then with a set of 4 foot strings added. The second harpsichord was designed and built in the Flemish style by William Dowd, and is slightly quieter, warmer and with a "woodier" tone. It has two keyboards (manuals), the uppermost with a single set of 8 foot strings, while the lower manual has a set of 8 foot and 4 foot strings.

All of the patches in this SoundBlock feature release samples of the quills falling into place on each string, contributing to the realism of the harpsichord's unique sound. The variety of tones available in this SoundBlock affords opportunities for creating authentic period music, theatrical and film scores, and adventurous pop and rock.

Scarlatti Harpsichords was produced by Jim Miller and was recorded and programmed for Satellite to meet the exacting demands of professional musicians--and it's great fun to play!