It’s no secret that I’m a fan of synthesisers and electronically-generated music and sound, particularly when it’s done in an interesting way, so I was pleased to find these videos of “music” being generated from a laser tracking system. scoreLight is “a laser-based synesthetic experience” and works by allowing one, two or more red lasers to trace over drawn shapes, objects, even people. Similar to how the pickup of a record player scans the grooves in vinyl, these lasers simply traces the shape and then sound is generated based upon its movement. There’s no camera or projector involved. It’s not only the shape of the objects being traced that affects Read more »
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Concept Electronic Drums: virtual bongos with multicolor effects
I love the sound and feel of real percussion and I’d never suggest that an electronic version could compete or substitute. However, you get a whole array of new sound possibilities with synthesizers and virtual instruments. Take this concept electronic drum. Not only can it be used to trigger new sounds but it’s also visually appealing. Firstly, it’s lovely and curvy and is crying out to be touched. When you do, it’ll form a multicoloured impression of you hand on its surface. Read more »
