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Programmable Woodwind Instruments

The Vindor Music Vindor ES1 Makes Music Accessible to Everyone

— April 30, 2018 — Tech
Boston-based Vindor Music is hoping to eliminate the obstacles holding back beginner musicians with its Vindor ES1. Developed by tech entrepreneur Fen Trias and saxophonist Joel Edinberg, the Vindor ES1 is a unique instrument shaped like a 16-inch recorder. The instrument is comprised of a molded plastic and is fully digital. This digital aspect allows the instrument to be easily played by replacing difficult-to-cover holes with simple touchpads, mirroring the fingerings of a saxophone. Vindor ES1 can also be programmed to work like a clarinet, recorder and much more.

The goal behind the Vindor ES1, and Vindor Music, is to increase accessibility in music. Each key can easily be adapted to an individual's specific needs and its ability to replicate the tones of multiple instruments makes it ideal for those who cannot afford multiple classic instruments. Vindor Music intends for its revolutionary instrument to one day be sold in stores around the world and is currently working with a group of rock and jazz musicians to introduce more to the Vindor ES.
Trend Themes
1. Accessible Music Instruments - The Vindor ES1 is an example of how digital technology can create instruments that are easy to play and accessible to everyone.
2. Programmable Instruments - The Vindor ES1's ability to replicate the tones of multiple instruments makes it ideal for those who cannot afford multiple classic instruments and creates disruptive innovation opportunities for music education.
3. Digital Woodwind Instruments - The development of the Vindor ES1 showcases the potential for digitally enhanced, simplified and accessible versions of classic instruments.
Industry Implications
1. Music Education Industry - The Vindor ES1's ability to make music accessible to everyone could disrupt the music education industry by creating new opportunities and markets for digital and programmable instruments.
2. Musical Instrument Retail Industry - The Vindor ES1's potential to be sold in stores worldwide could disrupt the musical instrument retail industry by creating new demand for digital and programmable instruments.
3. Digital Audio Technology Industry - The development of the Vindor ES1 highlights the potential for innovation in the digital audio technology industry, creating opportunities for new products and services that enable easier and more accessible music creation.
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