MATRIXSYNTH: SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Arcana Strum



Monday, October 14, 2024

SYNTHFEST UK 2024: Arcana Strum


video upload by Sound On Sound magazine

"Arcana Instruments recently won the hardware category of this years MIDI Innovation awards! The creator Boaz gave us a demo of this innovative and educational instrument that anyone can use, designed to be an accessible guitar. Definitely one to check out.

https://arcanainstruments.com/product..."



"Arcana Strum empowers anyone to play guitar.

The Arcana Strum instrument is extremely easy to just pick up and play.

Providing an uplifting experience suitable and accessible for practically everyone.

ACCESSORIES

A range of supporting devices

The Arcana strum can be played in many different ways. During the development stage of the instrument, we carefully studied and considered your needs in order to optimize your playing experience. For instance, several ideas came from observing how people operate motorized wheelchairs, and we incorporated some of these ideas in the accessories we developed. By doing so, we provide solutions for a wide range of needs and abilities, both physical and cognitive.

The story of Arcana began in 2015. Its origin was a young girl who faced difficulty to play musical instruments and wanted to feel equal and included.

Our team of musicians, engineers and designers gathered together and founded Arcana to support her as well as millions of other people around the world who confront similar difficulties."

E-BOX

Arcana can be adjusted to accommodate those with different physical abilities. Even those who use their feet, mouth or other parts of the body. The E-Box enriches the instrument further. By connecting to different switches and sensors using the E-Box, players with certain physical or learning difficulties can benefit from a playing experience that is suited specifically for their needs. The E-Box has six inputs; 5 that can be used to replace the 5 keys, and another one which can replace the strum stick. The E-box enables connectivity with standard switches and sensors that are in frequent use by people who have various disabilities. In addition, external switches, such as movement sensors, light sensors can also be used, so that anyone can play the Arcana Strum comfortably.



3 Keys
The 3 Keys set is an alternative version of the standard Arcana keyboard (that has a set of 5 keys). People with cognitive and physical difficulties can use the 3 keys set instead of the 5 keys set. This simplifies the learning and playing experience significantly. Changing from 5 keys to 3 keys is very simple - the keys are attached to the instrument by magnets, so changing them is quick and easy. Playing in 3 keys limits the note range and makes playing simpler by reducing the amount of octaves from 3 octaves to 1.5 octaves. In addition, the 3 keys mode consist of 7 chords only, as opposed to the 25 chords available in the standard 5 keys mode. It is important to emphasize that the 7 chords correspond to the 7 notes found on each scale. This makes a range of chords that is wide enough for users to enjoy a satisfying playing experience. After changing to 3 keys (which are larger and wider) and making sure the 3 keys switch located on the back of the instrument is activated, the user can start playing right away!



Handles

A variety of playing handles available for different physical needs

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