The Auduino project turns Arduino into a PWM based sound synthesizer – Sound is generated by playing the same noise (‘grain’) repeatedly at very high speed. This merges into a tone that is an audible hybrid of the repetition rate and the original grain. The grain consists of two triangular waves of adjustable frequency, and […]
This video for bike virgins runs through all of the parts and nomenclature of a 10-speed bike. The soundtrack to the video was done by bangin’ and clangin’ bike parts. It reminded me of that classic Frank Zappa appearance on The Steve Allen Show where Frank and Steve played bicycles. Bicycle Anatomy for Beginners [via […]
Cute little set of “ghetto speakers” make from four disposable waters cups and toothpicks. Something for the kids to do on a rainy day, not as a replacement for your Bose (or your Altec Lansing). CupSpeakers [via Dinosaurs and Robots]
The iPhone is proving to be quite a platform for portable music apps. This new digital ocarina from Smule aims to convert Apple’s wonder-phone into an expressive and nuanced instrument all its own – The Ocarina synthesizes sound in real-time, just like a regular instrument, based on actual gestures including wind input, tilt, and finger […]
Percussionist and Metal Sculptor Steve Hubback creates gong instruments in many varied shapes and sizes – often exploring medieval and gothic themes. Check out the gallery pages on his site – Very metal!
There was some great music of all kinds this year at Maker Faire in Austin, Texas. Take a look at some of the highlights and make plans to attend the next Maker Faire. To download Maker Faire Austin 2008 – Music MP4 click here or subscribe in iTunes. More Weekend Projects are on the way.
An interesting Austin electronic music event tonight: Ai180: Art Institute of Austin DJ/Laptop Battle Saturday, Nov 1, 5pm 100 Farmers Circle, Austin, TX The Art Institute of Austin is calling all DJs and laptop musicians to come flex their skills at the inaugural Ai180. Battling through five rounds of competition, you better come prepared to […]
