Just thought I'd let you know about this really cool piece of technology my friend Kero introduced me to. It's one of the coolest things i've seen in a while. It's the Monome. Here's a brief discription from their web site (monome.org):adaptable, minimalist interfaces.
three models: two fifty six (16×16), one twenty eight (16×8), and sixty four (8×8).
each is a reconfigurable grid of backlit keypads which connects to a computer. interaction between the keys and lights is determined by the application running on the computer. there is no hard-wired functionality.
each is a reconfigurable grid of backlit keypads which connects to a computer. interaction between the keys and lights is determined by the application running on the computer. there is no hard-wired functionality.
this new series evolved from the 40h which began as an interface for our own music performance and art practice. we also make available a kit version which allows users to create their own 40h-like devices.
applications:
live sample cutters, math simulations, drum machines, generative controllers, tonal maps, games, visualizations. we make available all sources to encourage community contribution and enthusiasm. we share and thrive.
There are a lot of great electronic musicians using this device to do some really cool stuff but from what I've seen, a chap by the name of Edison takes the cake. Check out this video. It is simply fantastic.
There are a lot of great electronic musicians using this device to do some really cool stuff but from what I've seen, a chap by the name of Edison takes the cake. Check out this video. It is simply fantastic.
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