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The '''music''' of [[Pikmin 2|''Pikmin 2'']] accompanies every mode of the game, from themes during gameplay to scores of cutscenes and menus, in order to provide a more engaging and focally directed experience. Generally, the textural style of the music reflects either the game's new mission from [[Hocotate]], the organic overworld of [[PNF-404]], or the specific visual theme of a [[cave]]; by vastly varying its unique instrumentations, register, and rhythms. During gameplay, each piece of music sets the mood for the particular environment, and adapts dynamically to what tasks Pikmin are carrying out, the identity and condition of the controlled [[leader]], and the time of [[day]]. Some tracks even adapt specifically to the actions of bosses. Between gameplay, pre-rendered cutscenes are scored with a large orchestra, and in-game cutscenes are scored with small ensembles. In general, compared with [[Music in Pikmin|the music of the previous game]], the soundtrack of ''Pikmin 2'' is less melodically driven, and more atmospheric, although this iteration of the game contains quite a few {{w|leitmotif}}s, or musical gestures that become associated with characters or ideas. | The '''music''' of [[Pikmin 2|''Pikmin 2'']] accompanies every mode of the game, from themes during gameplay to scores of cutscenes and menus, in order to provide a more engaging and focally directed experience. Generally, the textural style of the music reflects either the game's new mission from [[Hocotate]], the organic overworld of [[PNF-404]], or the specific visual theme of a [[cave]]; by vastly varying its unique instrumentations, register, and rhythms. During gameplay, each piece of music sets the mood for the particular environment, and adapts dynamically to what tasks Pikmin are carrying out, the identity and condition of the controlled [[leader]], and the time of [[day]]. Some tracks even adapt specifically to the actions of bosses. Between gameplay, pre-rendered cutscenes are scored with a large orchestra, and in-game cutscenes are scored with small ensembles. In general, compared with [[Music in Pikmin|the music of the previous game]], the soundtrack of ''Pikmin 2'' is less melodically driven, and more atmospheric, although this iteration of the game contains quite a few {{w|leitmotif}}s, or musical gestures that become associated with characters or ideas. | ||
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The [[Wistful Wild]] has a wistful march for its theme, if anything representing the struggle the leaders are going through to rescue Louie. The drone in C, the acoustic guitar rhythms, and the | The [[Wistful Wild]] has a wistful march for its theme, if anything representing the struggle the leaders are going through to rescue Louie. The drone in C, the acoustic guitar rhythms, and the sitar resemble [[Music in Pikmin#The Forest Navel|The Forest Navel's theme]], but without percussion and with a somber melody on a contrabass this theme becomes less exploratory. The theme is almost threatening, to warn the player of the more dangerous fauna present in this area. | ||
'''Instruments''' | '''Instruments''' | ||
*'''Main version''': Electric guitar with distortion (used as a drone), sitar, acoustic guitar ensemble, flutes (with notable chiff), waterphone, and '''solo contrabass'''. | *'''Main version''': Electric guitar with distortion (used as a drone), sitar, acoustic guitar ensemble, flutes (with notable chiff), waterphone, and '''solo contrabass'''. | ||
*'''Enemy mix''': Modified guitar sample, played very high. | *'''Enemy mix''': Modified guitar sample, played very high. | ||
*'''Combat mix''': Timpani, and distorted snare drum | *'''Combat mix''': Timpani, and distorted snare drum, timbale shell, and tom-tom samples. | ||
*'''Task mix''': Piano, double bass, and hi-hat. | *'''Task mix''': Piano, double bass, and hi-hat. | ||
*'''Treasure mix''': '''Accordion''' and '''celeste'''. | *'''Treasure mix''': '''Accordion''' and '''celeste'''. | ||
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Caves often tend to include more purposely synthetic-sounding instruments, since the landscape is likewise more unfamiliar than general [[area]] terrain. Although instruments in cave themes may sound like a particular natural instrument, there are timbres that distinguish this instrument as synthesized. For example, the main instrument here mimics a trombone, but still has enough differences in attack and cutoff to be an independent sound. It should also be noted that the same tabla groove from "[[#Fire|Fire]]" is used here, but it is now an electronic sound. The bass tabla from the aforementioned song has been replaced by the same bass sound used in ''[[#Emergence Cave 2|Emergence Cave 2]]''. | Caves often tend to include more purposely synthetic-sounding instruments, since the landscape is likewise more unfamiliar than general [[area]] terrain. Although instruments in cave themes may sound like a particular natural instrument, there are timbres that distinguish this instrument as synthesized. For example, the main instrument here mimics a trombone, but still has enough differences in attack and cutoff to be an independent sound. It should also be noted that the same tabla groove from "[[#Fire|Fire]]" is used here, but it is now an electronic sound. The bass tabla from the aforementioned song has been replaced by the same bass sound used in ''[[#Emergence Cave 2|Emergence Cave 2]]''. | ||
Strangely, the [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|Nintendo Switch port]] | Strangely, the sample data for the trombone-like synthesizer is missing in the [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|Nintendo Switch port]], resulting in this song being melody-less in that version. This same issue also occurs with the main instrument in ''[[#Flooded Stump|Flooded Stump]]''. | ||
'''Instruments''' | '''Instruments''' | ||
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*'''Main version''': '''Medieval-style recorder''', '''harpsichord''', and harp. | *'''Main version''': '''Medieval-style recorder''', '''harpsichord''', and harp. | ||
*'''Enemy mix''': Tuned steel shell. | *'''Enemy mix''': Tuned steel shell. | ||
*'''Combat mix''': Native American drum, shaker and | *'''Combat mix''': Native American drum, shaker and hand cymbals. | ||
*'''Task mix''': [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjJ7EBjhh-s Maman] and wood blocks. | *'''Task mix''': [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjJ7EBjhh-s Maman] and wood blocks. | ||
*'''Treasure mix''': '''Celeste'''. | *'''Treasure mix''': '''Celeste'''. | ||
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'''Instruments''' | '''Instruments''' | ||
*'''Main version''': '''Modified bass piano samples''', ''' | *'''Main version''': '''Modified bass piano samples''', '''hand cymbals''', '''baritone saxophone''', glassware clink, '''xylophone''', and an electric piano sample rising in pitch, resembling the sound made by a Pikmin ready to be [[throw]]n. | ||
*'''Enemy mix''': Modified clavinet. | *'''Enemy mix''': Modified clavinet. | ||
*'''Combat mix''': {{w|Roland TR-909|TR-909}} bass drum and {{w|Roland TR-808|TR-808}} hi-hat, playing slightly off-beat. | *'''Combat mix''': {{w|Roland TR-909|TR-909}} bass drum and {{w|Roland TR-808|TR-808}} hi-hat, playing slightly off-beat. | ||
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This theme is very similar to "[[#Jellyfloat|Jellyfloat]]", with a mostly synthesized ensemble and an irregular time signature conveyed by one repeating gesture. Although the scenery of the sublevel, an underground submerged stump, does help this particular synthetic theme feel more organic. Two synthesized brass instruments are featured as the main randomized element of the piece. Both of them play in unison, one of them being detuned slightly, resulting in the chorus effect heard in-game. Interestingly, the tempo, drum kit, and tablas (along with their groove pattern) are identical to what's used in "[[#Fire|Fire]]". The shared instruments superimpose a 4/4 rhythm on the irregular gesture played by sine-waves. | This theme is very similar to "[[#Jellyfloat|Jellyfloat]]", with a mostly synthesized ensemble and an irregular time signature conveyed by one repeating gesture. Although the scenery of the sublevel, an underground submerged stump, does help this particular synthetic theme feel more organic. Two synthesized brass instruments are featured as the main randomized element of the piece. Both of them play in unison, one of them being detuned slightly, resulting in the chorus effect heard in-game. Interestingly, the tempo, drum kit, and tablas (along with their groove pattern) are identical to what's used in "[[#Fire|Fire]]". The shared instruments superimpose a 4/4 rhythm on the irregular gesture played by sine-waves. | ||
Strangely, the sample data for the trombone-like synthesizer is missing in the [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|Nintendo Switch port]], resulting in this song being melody-less in that version. This same issue also occurs with the main instrument in ''[[#Concrete 1|Concrete 1]]''. | |||
'''Instruments''' | '''Instruments''' | ||
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! [[Ranging Bloyster]] | ! [[Ranging Bloyster]] | ||
| || || Swiping tongues || Shaking Pikmin off | | || || Swiping tongues || Shaking Pikmin off | ||
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! [[Waterwraith]] | |||
| || || Raising and slamming rollers || Shaking Pikmin off | |||
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! [[Segmented Crawbster]] | ! [[Segmented Crawbster]] | ||