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Musical Instrument Wearables

The 'Mictic' Wearable Music Wristband Turns Gestures into Tunes

— April 26, 2021 — Tech
The 'Mictic' wearable music wristband is an intelligent device that will allow the user to make their very own music by interpreting their gestures for a truly advanced take on the artistic process.

The wearable works by being worn on the wrist and will interpret the movements of the user to create instrument sounds that are reminiscent of an electric guitar, drums, a cello and more. The accompanying app will also allow users to create impressive electronic music and more by having it serve as a MIDI controller.

The 'Mictic' wearable music wristband is available now for preorder on Kickstarter and will also allow for use with gaming to let users partake in motion-based pastimes. The device is suitable for a wide range of age groups.
Trend Themes
1. Gesture-controlled Wearables - Opportunity for wearable technology companies to innovate gesture recognition technology and carve out a market in music and gaming sectors.
2. Musical Wearables - Growing trend towards wearables that allow users to create music and express themselves artistically, presenting opportunities to disrupt the music industry and create new avenues for entertainment.
3. Integrated MIDI Controllers - Opportunity to integrate MIDI controllers into wearable technology, expanding the possibilities for music creation and production on the go.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - As the demand for wearables continues to grow, opportunities arise for companies to create innovative products and disrupt industries such as music, gaming and fitness.
2. Music - The integration of wearables and gesture recognition into the music industry presents opportunities to create new forms of music production, instrument control and live performance.
3. Gaming - Wearable technology has the potential to revolutionize the gaming industry by providing immersive, motion-based experiences that offer a new level of interactivity.
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