“The reAcoustic eGuitar” by Zoran and Maes
Conference:
Type(s):
Title:
- The reAcoustic eGuitar
Presenter(s)/Author(s):
Abstract:
We present a new approach for designing guitars making use of the digital environment. We aim to preserve the physical connection between a user and the instrument, while offering innovative sound design. The reAcoustic eGuitar is a digitally fabricated instrument to design sounds. A user shapes it by modifying six separate acoustic chambers. We contextualize the need for such an artifact within the evolution of the guitar.
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