Here’s a nice one for Mac-using amateur musicians: Apogee’s ONE is a multifunctional handheld device that features a built-in mic, preamp, and dedicated input/output. It works over USB and is designed for Garage Band, Final Cut, and the like. More »
Called “Ghost in the Machine,” this artwork from iri5 uses some kind of “cassette” to recreate the likenesses of popular musicians. Apparently, cassettes were used for music and seduction, by way of a “mix tape.”
Georgia Tech actually has a Robotic Musicianship Group in its Centre for Music Technology, which means that some lucky so-and-so’s are getting government funding to form hippie drum circles with an array of artificial companions. In the video above, two robot demonstrate their ability to listen to grooves laid down by living breathing meatbags, and jump in on their own instruments when the mood strikes.
