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The Kaossilator
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I’ve discovered a new product that’s grabbed my attention – and my spare time – like no other in recent memory. It’s called the Kaossilator, and described most simply, it’s a handheld music synthesizer and drum machine. But it’s much more than that. For me, it’s a bit like therapy; a quick, creative release. And for the music industry, it could be a game changer.
From a design stand point, Kaossilator does just about everything right. It’s remarkably easy to use – it has just three small dials and a large touchpad. If you can use a laptop, you can use this thing. It’s also battery operated, lightweight, and semi-rugged. It embodies freedom. But the best aspect is, it gives anyone –talent or no – a way to create original music in seconds. And it sounds good!
Can’t read music? No problem. Can’t play an instrument? Big deal. If you can wave your finger around, you can now create original music in seconds.
It’s so simple to use that you start to wonder who…just who is this company, Korg, that makes it? (A maker of otherwise high-end sound equipment.) The Apple fanatic in me wonders, why didn’t Steve Jobs come up with this? It’s that good. I think the Kaossilator is a game changing product for Korg. In the past, Korg catered to a specific music-industry audience, but this $200 gem could be tomorrow’s iPod. Creative, improvisational, portable, and totally addictive.
Kaossilator songs have become an almost instant sensation on YouTube, where newfound composers are sharing their works with the world. Here’s just one example.
The Kaossilator may or may not become the must-have gadget of the year. But I’m certain it will inspire similar interactive possibilities for iPhones, handheld games, and other devices already in the hands – large and small – of people everywhere.