Heirloom Tech: The Old-World Acoustics of Ali Qapu
The Music Hall of Ali Qapu’s unique architectural features cut down on echoes while diffusing music for fantastic low-tech acoustics.
Music
This Custom Synth Packs in the Sound with 200 Modules
John Karbassi is a synth nut who founded Modular Addict to make the hobby more accessible for other makers.
Listen to the Eerie Music of This Handmade MIDI Pipe Organ
Pipe Organs may be out of vogue, but one makers MIDI-fied version definitely turned heads at the Orlando Maker Faire.
Mechanical Music Boxes Mix MIDI with Marbles
Anatole and Yan wanted to create something special for their electronic Music workshops, they created these totally unique MIDI/Mechanical instruments.
Sneak Peek: Arc Attack Adds Pneumatic Chimes to Their High Voltage Ensemble
Arc Attack has held a special place in our hearts for a long time. There isn’t much that beats high voltage blasting through the air to make awesome music. Every time I’ve seen them I’ve been blown away, and I’ve learned something. If you’ve only seen their youtube videos, you may not know that Arc […]
The Cybernetics of Knitting
Artist and “circuitry seamstress” Teresa Lamb translates knitting into musical feedback.
Quick Tip: Cleaning Old Records with Wood Glue
How to clean dirty vinyl records using carpenter’s glue.
