The so-called silly synth is an exceptionally unique and well designed MIDI synth that might just be the smallest MIDI synthesizer ever invented.
This particular MIDI synth was created by trimming the plastic frame of a USB plug and sticking in the electronic components there. The end result is a device that may not feature fancy filters, oscillators or envelopes but can indeed generate basic waves from MIDI data.
This particular MIDI synth is a fine example of something being built not merely with functionality in mind, but to prove the efficacy and usefulness of new kinds of device engineering techniques, however audacious. This silly synth proves that MIDI synthesizers can absolutely be designed with ultra-compact form factors in mind, aiding in portability.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Miniature MIDI Synths
- The trend of creating compact MIDI synthesizers with ultra-compact form factors opens up opportunities for portability.
- New Device Engineering Techniques
- The trend of utilizing audacious device engineering techniques showcases the efficacy and usefulness of innovative design methods.
- Basic Wave Generation From MIDI Data
- The trend of generating basic waves from MIDI data highlights the potential for simplified yet functional MIDI synthesizers.
Where This Applies
- Music Technology
- The music technology industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in creating compact MIDI synthesizers with enhanced portability.
- Consumer Electronics
- The consumer electronics industry can seize disruptive innovation opportunities by employing audacious device engineering techniques in the design of new products.
- Audio Equipment Manufacturing
- The audio equipment manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of generating basic waves from MIDI data to develop simplified yet functional MIDI synthesizers.
