I just lately attended the unbelievable Wuthering Bytes pageant over right here within the UK. Over a night meal a number of {hardware} hacker varieties have been discussing cool initiatives and I used to be launched to E-ther. E-ther is a fabulously well-thought-out MIDI controller that may use gesture management just like the Theremin, in addition to many different options!
Powered by way of a micro USB, this pocket-sized machine can output MIDI over USB or TRS. In flip, you will discover available TRS to conventional MIDI DIN5 cables do you have to want them, permitting you to make use of this controller with all of your basic or fashionable MIDI gear.
E-ther makes use of distance sensors reasonably than light-based sensors so it’s straightforward to make use of in any lighting circumstances, from darkish booming nightclubs to out of doors summer season concert events! After all, the MIDI output can be utilized with any MIDI sound supply you’ve got entry to, be it {hardware} modules or straight into your favorite DAW. You can too optionally add an audio output by including a Pimoroni picoaudio. This extensively accessible module permits the E-ther to output a pure sine wave turning it right into a basic theremin that matches in your pocket.
There’s a nice video walkthrough on the product web page, however you may also hear the E-ther in a well-liked BBC advert. This advert selling BBC as an schooling instrument has aired extensively within the UK. Try the theremin sounds on this video earlier than heading over to the venture web page!
