Re: Scratch/DJ's/gestural control

["David Alexander McDonald" <stree@azstarnet.com>]

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From: <Hedewa7@aol.com>


: zvonar@zvonar.com writes:
:
: >The main problem with laptopism is that it's so fucking boring to watch!
: i suspect, though, that ye could easily rig an 'alternate' controller to
the
: laptop, such as midiman's surface one, some touchy-feely drum pads, 
:buchla
: thunder/lightning, etc.....

Hell, with a little bit of creativity, a toolbox, and the ability to solder
straight, you could work up some visually compelling and non-conformist
controllers (I'm reminded of the flamenco dancers a few years ago who had a
dance surface rigged with MIDI triggers.)

David