Eigenlabs' Eigenharp: the instrument of the future?

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Eigenlabs' Eigenharp: the instrument of the future?

See it for yourself in video

Ben Rogerson, Thu 8 Oct 2009, 3:57 pm BST

Eigenlabs' Eigenharp is an instrument like no other. It has remarkably sensitive keys that you can press; strip controllers that you can rub; and a breath pipe that you can blow into. To call it unique almost feels like an understatement.

Yesterday, MusicRadar was invited along to The Hospital in London for one of several Eigenharp launch events. As you'll see in the video above, we got the chance to speak to its creator and to quiz someone who's actually learned to play it.

Will you want one? Almost certainly, but whether you'll be able to afford the £3,950 asking price for the flagship Alpha model is another matter entirely. There is, however, an entry-level option in the shape of the Pico. At £349, we'll wager that this will be finding its way into a stocking or two this Christmas.

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User comments (2)

dustinalexander18

40 weeks ago.

completely disagree. This is absolutely not the synthaxe at all. This can actually be used, especially with the addition of the rhythm composer in it. Great invention, not essential but could make for some pretty interesting new sounds and ideas.
Palaceguard, if you're looking to read articles on musicians than look for that. This is an instrument that has nothing to do with the producers you're looking for so don't bash it just because you couldn't find what you were looking for.
Nice job Eigenlabs!

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palaceguard

41 weeks ago.

Didn't we have the SynthAxe already? It's a novelty. I can't see anybody using one...its an expensive toy.
How about covering some more recording artists and producers?...I want to read more articles on talented musicians who make great records.

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