Ovation Guitars successfully married music and technology in their iDea guitar. Thanks to a small panel on the side of the guitar, the Ovation iDeal allows musicians to record mp3 tracks within the guitar itself, no need for expensive recording equipment.
Not only is this concept useful for taking down inspiration as it happens, players can record a rhythm track then play lead at the same time. The Ovation iDea comes with several pre-installed tracks like "12 Bar Blues in A Minor" and "Country Ballad in D", and over a dozen more are downloadable from OvationIdea.com.
OvationIdea.com also allows musicians to brush up on technique and learn new tricks. There are a bunch of online lessons with either audio or video instruction. And there are songwriting tutorials as well.
Owning an Ovation iDea’s isn’t as expensive as you’d expect. For $599 you can be performance or studio ready instantly.
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Trend Themes
1. Music Tech Integration - There is an opportunity for other instruments to integrate technology and offer new features for musicians.
2. Smart Recording Devices - There is a growing trend of smart recording devices, which offer a portable and more affordable option to traditional recording equipment.
3. Online Learning for Musicians - The rise of online learning for musicians provides an opportunity for companies to offer new and innovative platforms and tools for learning music remotely.
Industry Implications
1. Musical Instruments - Musical instrument manufacturers can explore integrating technology into their products to offer new features like recording or effects.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can tap into the smart recording trend and develop portable and affordable recording devices for musicians and hobbyists.
3. Online Learning Platforms - Online learning platforms offering music lessons can differentiate themselves by offering new and engaging tools and resources to help musicians improve their craft.