Dancing cornstarch solution
The non-newtonian properties of cornstarch+water make it quite the dance partner. [via Hack a Day] More: Seeing Sound waves
Music
Take your creations beyond the workshop and onto the stage with diy music instruments! Let us show you how these creations range from simple, basic setups that produce beautiful sounds to more complex projects that require a greater level of engineering knowledge. With these tutorials and examples, we’ll guide you on this journey to make your own musical instrument for experimental, artistic or everyday use – so whether you’re starting out new or a seasoned sound creator, come explore the wonderful world of making your own music.
World’s largest subwoofer?!
Gaze upon what is purported to be the biggest subwoofer in the world – The ‘Real Total Horn’, built beneath its own listening room – Royal Device has on its own developped and built in Italy the biggest subwoofer of the world for an AUDIO/VIDEO room that can be also considered as the greatest AUDIO […]
How to Probe Electronics for Circuit Bending
I think the title says it all. The video, by Lorin Edwin, explores some simple techniques to figure out how to circuit bend your own toys and electronics. Read more about How to Probe Electronics for Circuit Bending
Old tech remixes Radiohead’s “Nude”
This video shows is an all-hardware remix of Radiohead’s “Nude” from their album, “In Rainbows”. Watch as discarded old hard drives, computers, tape decks, and an oscilloscope combine forces to create the track. The project was entered into a contest the band held for fans to creatively remix their song. via Aram Bartholl – Blog
Bowed cymbal recording
Important to remember – interesting sounds need not originate from complex devices. I have a bunch of bowed cymbal sounds in my library and they have always intrigued me as I understood how they were created but had never bothered to actually try myself, despite having a drum kit (the ultimate stress reliever!) with some […]
Circuit bending flea market – Chicago 7/19/08
A big ‘ol circuit bent group sale-a-bration sounds like a great idea – Experimental Garage Sale will take place at the Experimental Sound Studio in Chicago on July 19th, 2008 between Noon-9 PM. This free event will be a perfect opportunity for circuit benders and anyone interested to snag up toys for bending and to […]
Indian beatmachine bending
From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Austin electro-naut Eric Archer has taken to bending instruments from far across the pond. The Indian rhythmic sample loopers sold by the Radel company are often used as practice accompaniment by musicians but I imagine these heavily modified versions will likely perform more prominent roles. – Circuit Bent Tabla […]