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Creating the Perfect Wind Controller
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We explore the dream features and designs for wind controllers that could revolutionize the performance experience for musicians. The discussion dives deep into every aspect of instrument design, ergonomics, user feedback, and future innovations that can enhance both playability and sound.
• Importance of materials and aesthetics in instrument feel
• Ergonomic design considerations for optimal playability
• Exploration of key mechanics: touch-sensitive vs. mechanical keys
• Insights on breath control and sensory feedback integration
• Thoughts on power sourcing and ease of use during performances
Finally we look forward to our very special 1st anniversary episodes where we interview the legendary Tom Scott
If you'd like to send us a question for an upcoming episode, please email us at [email protected]
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For more information about Matt, visit www.patchmanmusic.com
For great Aerophone courses, visit www.isax.academy
Chapters
1. Creating the Perfect Wind Controller (00:00:00)
2. Introduction (00:00:02)
3. The woodwind style controller (00:04:00)
4. The importance of balance (00:08:22)
5. Keys - Touch or mechanical? (00:10:17)
6. The mouthpiece (00:18:40)
7. The octave keys (00:25:19)
8. The menu system (00:28:49)
9. Power options (00:30:22)
10. A pedal board - Cable options - Editors (00:32:41)
11. The case and a stand (00:39:49)
12. The EVI type controller (00:42:01)
13. Players coming from acoustic trumpet (00:46:06)
14. The accelerometer (00:49:13)
15. More controller options (00:50:26)
16. Bluetooth (00:51:37)
17. Audio playback - Looper (00:52:15)
18. More sound options (00:54:16)
19. Thumb levers and palm keys (00:55:26)
20. Harmony options (00:57:48)
21. iSax Academy update (01:02:19)
22. Patchman WindPak sound banks (01:04:31)
23. Looking forward to Tom Scott (01:10:05)
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