Midi Alchemy
Bitboard-Create Your Own Instrument
Bitboard lets users build custom musical instruments by swapping out components. It is inspired by the electronic piano’s ability to produce the effects of many musical instruments. This helped expand the concept for Bitboard into a musical instrument that provides people with more imaginative possibilities for creating music and new experiences through actual tactile feedback.
The shape of each board is inspired by various musical instruments such as guitars, pianos, drums and electronic devices. The surface texture is simplified from the instrument’s appearance and operational characteristics to provide players with intuitive tactile feedback.
Bitboard is an electronic musical instrument designed for music creators, DJs and street musicians. Users can choose the board based on their preferences and needs to create their own instruments. Taking originality to a whole new level, Bitboard challenges stereotypes and opens up new possibilities for musical instruments, allowing one to explore interesting musical forms through creative combinations.
Red Dot Award: Design Concept | Concept | Media and Music
Credits
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Design:Chen Hsin Ju, Taiwan