Crazy Synthesizer Demo Published on Nov 19, 2015 Doctor Mix
"Meet The Collidoscope, a prototype double granular synthesiser by researchers Fiore Martin & Ben Bengler. More instruments and gear on http://www.doctormix.com/blog/
This hybrid keyboard is a combination between a sampler and a supercollider synth engine, designed to be played by two performers at the same time."
Update: some additional info & pics via Doctor Mix follow. Note it is currently a prototype and not for sale. If it does end up being produced for purchase they do not have an estimate of how much it might cost.
Update2: You'll find the website for Collidoscope at http://collidoscope.io. Note the Collidoscope is not by DoctorMix. They only featured it and of course made the video above. The Collidoscope is an independent project.
Based on a granular synthesiser engine the instrument can be played by two performers at the same time (as they stand opposite one another on the sides of the unit) using the 2 built-in sets of keyboard, gooseneck microphone, colour display and controllers.The Collidoscope samples from the microphones (or line inputs) and displays in real time a waveform of the sample and allows it to be played back instantly. The main sliding knob positioned below the waveform allows for the visual selection of a portion of the sample to be played (by moving it horizontally), and for the modification of the size of the portion being looped (through rotating the knob).
Two additional sliders allow for the high passing of the sound and for the extension of the boundaries of the loop being played to its neighbouring audio material, fading in more of the audio sample without changing the rhythm of the loop.
There are also two backlit octave selection buttons and a sturdy metal button next to the microphone base to start sampling.
The Collidoscope is revolutionary for the way in which it changes the relationship between the performer and sampling process, allowing a seemingly infinite way of manipulating the sound without interrupting its flow."
this is one amazing beast, cant wait to buy it!
ReplyDeleteWhen will these be available?
ReplyDeleteHow much and when can I buy it?
ReplyDeletePost updated. It's a prototype only at this point. Their site indicates that it is not yet available for purchase which implies it might be in the future. They also do not have a price point for it yet if they do make them available. You'll find a link to their page in the update above.
ReplyDeleteBuy it? They could shrink it 50% and still have the ability to slide all around the waveform. Also, who wants a dual two sided keyboard?
ReplyDeleteWhat a weapon! Great as a solo but two of you together? Amazingly creative :-))
ReplyDeleteI hope this gets to market, yes it'll be pricey but it looks like so much fun. Long term fun.
ReplyDeleteI'm not such a consumer guy. But sometimes it blows me up: Want one!
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