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If you decide you don't want your order, you can return it within 14 days of receiving it. Provided your product hasn't been activated in that time, you can exchange it for a different product, or get a refund.
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This does not affect your statutory rights.
For more information, please refer to our Returns and Refunds Information.
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 60 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 60 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
The SoundIron Hopkin Instrumentarium: Lamellophones collection is a vast anthology of 17 experimental musical instruments, born from the inventive mind of Bart Hopkin. This comprehensive set not only includes all existing unique Hopkin libraries but also introduces two new exclusive instruments: Cat's Face and C que. Crafted from wood and steel, each instrument presents its own distinct organic tonal quality. With multiple microphone positions and an array of ambient soundscapes derived from the original content, Lamellophones offers an unparalleled toolkit for composers. The inclusion of an efficient modular 4-layer GUI and over 100 custom FX presets provides immediate inspiration, making it easier than ever to create your best work.
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Since 1974, Bart Hopkin has been crafting an array of unique and imaginative acoustic instruments, amassing over 110 original creations. His expertise spans instrument design, performance, composition, and even ethnomusicology. Soundiron proudly presents the Hopkin Instrumentarium series, a collection of bespoke instruments with distinctive sounds not found anywhere else, inspired by Bart's innovative approach to acoustic art.
Lamellophones isn't just a collection; it's a gateway to experimental musical expression. Each instrument within this compendium brings its own unique sound to the table, enhanced by multiple microphone positions and a rich library of ambient soundscapes. Whether it's the exclusive tones of Cat's Face and CÍque or the classic vibrations of other instruments in the series, Lamellophones is designed to fuel your creativity and elevate your compositions.
The heart of Lamellophones lies in its user-friendly interface, offering a modular 4-layer GUI that unlocks endless sound-shaping possibilities. From swell, attack, release adjustments to vibrant FX presets, composers have everything at their fingertips to mould sounds to their liking. The library's efficient design ensures a seamless workflow, allowing for intuitive composition and instant inspiration.
With over 100 custom FX presets and an extensive array of sound-shaping controls, Lamellophones invites composers to dive deep into the world of musical invention. The adaptive LFO system, comprehensive arpeggiator, and modular FX rack panel offer boundless opportunities to manipulate and explore sounds. This instrument collection is not just about providing unique sounds; it's about opening up new horizons in musical creativity.
Hopkin Instrumentarium: Lamellophones is fully optimized for the free Kontakt Player and Komplete Kontrol ecosystem. This means seamless integration and full support for all Native Instruments S-Series keyboards, ensuring a smooth and intuitive experience with both hardware and software composing solutions. Whether you're composing cinematic scores or crafting intricate sound designs, Hopkin Instrumentarium: Lamellophone's compatibility with Kontakt Player 6+ offers the flexibility and power you need to bring your visions to life.
"If your definition of world instruments leans on rare and unusual, then there's nothing quite like the Hopkin Instrumentarium Series by SoundIron. Sampling one-of-a-kind instruments created by master instrument inventor Bart Hopkin, we gain a new favourite with each release in the series." - Sample Library Review (Best of 2020 awards)
