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Handheld Digital Music-Makers

'Oval' is a High-Tech Instrument that Plays Acoustic Instruments

— June 18, 2015 — Art & Design
Oval is a high-tech instrument that looks like a futuristic drum and can play any musical instruments such as a violin or a trumpet. The sophisticated high-tech instrument lets users learn and play music through the compatible tablet or smartphone app.

Oval is a rounded object that contains seven sensing pads that form a ring on the otter perimeter of the device and one sensing pad in the center. The pads look like flower petals. Each sensor is pressure-sensitive to produce organically controlled sounds. Each pad illuminates to aid users with visual cues.

This acoustic instrument is a learning tool that will expand each user's musical abilities and knowledge. It allows users to create their own sounds or follow a musical pattern.The connecting app allows users to create their own compositions and share them to an online community.
Trend Themes
1. High-tech Instruments - The Oval instrument combines advanced technology with traditional acoustic instruments, opening up opportunities for the development of more innovative and versatile music-making devices.
2. Interactive Learning Tools - The Oval's compatible app enhances the learning experience by providing interactive features, offering potential for the development of more immersive and engaging educational tools in various fields.
3. Digital Music Creation - The Oval's ability to create, edit, and share music compositions through the app highlights the growing trend of digital music creation, indicating opportunities to design more intuitive and accessible platforms for aspiring musicians.
Industry Implications
1. Music Technology - The Oval instrument presents opportunities for the music technology industry to develop instruments that merge traditional acoustics with advanced digital features, catering to the evolving needs and preferences of musicians.
2. Education Technology - The interactive learning features of the Oval's app suggest potential applications in the education sector, prompting the education technology industry to explore similar interactive tools to enhance learning experiences in various subjects.
3. Digital Music Platforms - The Oval's digital music creation capabilities highlight the demand for user-friendly platforms that enable musicians to create, collaborate, and share music online, signaling opportunities for growth and innovation in the digital music platform industry.
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