Zen Drum
Categories: Hardware Prototypes/Non-Commercial products
Submitted By: Keith Baxter
Elevator Pitch
Zen Drum
Product Description
How It’s Innovative
The Zen Drum provides a MIDI output signal for computer based synths that may have some latency problems, making for a more response musical experience. The smooth metal dome is a satisfying and ergonomic tactile surface. Internal accelerometers provide velocity control according to how hard the instrument is hit.
See MIDI Innovation In Action
Most Inspiring Use Cases
I like to think non-keyboard MIDI interfaces help make musical performance available to a wider range of individuals. The layout of the Zen Drum mirrors common hand pans and hang drums used in intuitive musical experiences.
Expansion Plans
I would love to see this device picked up by a scale manufacturer or other boutique builders.
Commercialization
I have a small boutique instrument web business at www.museelectronicinstruments.com where I plan on selling this in kit form and fully assembled. The hardware is Arduino compatible and the software open source to encourage experimentation.