Laser harps aren't necessarily new, but this is the first time I've seen a home built one.
In the video, Stephen Hobley moves his hands over the laser beams projected in the air to produce music as the sensors gets blocked. My explanation of the light-controlled synth harp isn't great, which is why you'll have to watch the video.
"The principle is deceptively simple; a reflection sensor watches the beams, and when one is interrupted, it signals a MIDI routine to produce a tone. Sliding your hand up and down the beam can bend notes, or do anything else that you feel like encoding into the MIDI protocol," Oh Gizmo said.
It's wild to see, but the music is disturbingly creepy. Very Phantom of the Opera.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Laser Harps
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced laser harps with enhanced functionality and user-friendly interfaces.
- Home-built Instruments
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create DIY instrument kits that allow individuals to build their own musical instruments at home.
- Light-controlled Music
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to integrate light-controlled technology into musical instruments for unique sound experiences.
Sectors Adopting This
- Music Production
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate laser harps and other innovative musical instruments into the music production industry to enhance creativity and performance.
- DIY Electronics
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop DIY electronic kits for hobbyists and enthusiasts to build their own innovative instruments.
- Technological Innovations
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with technology companies to explore cutting-edge light-controlled music instruments for entertainment and performance industries.
