Moog's 'Etherwave' Brings Modern Amenities to a Classic Instrument
Rahul Kalvapalle — April 18, 2022 — Tech
It's been over a century since electronic music pioneer and engineer Robert Moog developed the first theremin, which is precisely why the company that bears his name - Moog Music - is looking to the future without neglecting its roots, by way of the new Etherwave Theremin.
This analog theramin is capable of producing the epic, space-age and psychedelic sounds that made generations of its predecessors such an iconic influence in music and film, but Moog has elegantly managed to add a few new amenities that make the instrument well-suited for modern applications.
For example, the Etherwave Theremin includes streamlined antenna connections, the ability to mute and preview sounds, and added cable hook-ups, not to mention improved bass performance. It also comes with a microphone stand and a ruggedized case.
Available for $899, the Etherwave Theremin is a fabulous example of how minimal yet carefully thought-out changes can help venerable electronic products retain their relevance.
Image Credit: Moog
This analog theramin is capable of producing the epic, space-age and psychedelic sounds that made generations of its predecessors such an iconic influence in music and film, but Moog has elegantly managed to add a few new amenities that make the instrument well-suited for modern applications.
For example, the Etherwave Theremin includes streamlined antenna connections, the ability to mute and preview sounds, and added cable hook-ups, not to mention improved bass performance. It also comes with a microphone stand and a ruggedized case.
Available for $899, the Etherwave Theremin is a fabulous example of how minimal yet carefully thought-out changes can help venerable electronic products retain their relevance.
Image Credit: Moog
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