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Subject: Re: [newmellotrongroup] Re: NAMM Report

From: tronbros@aol.com
Date: 2010-01-16

In a message dated 16/01/2010 16:33:53 GMT Standard Time, gabru@comsec.net writes:

The point I was trying to make between the Grand Piano and Mellotron samples was that

the frequency response and the velovity at which the string is struck is what makes the piano more difficult to sample than the playback of a

string instrument (for example) that is played back through a very limited response system such as the Mellotron.  However it is the lack

of response that gives it it’s unique character and made the Mellotron the fascinating instrument it is. 

Actually the mellotron is capable of great frequency response.  It's the old recordings that are mitigated.  We have put fresh recordings through it and get up to 16k back.  Not many people know that!
 
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