The Skoog 2.0 is a cube-shaped digital musical instrument and controller that was borne out of the Skoog, which was originally developed by Edinburgh-based Skoogmusic as an instrument targeted towards children with disabilities. Version 2.0 aims to have a broader appeal in the consumer market. It comes with mobile companion apps, wireless capabilities and portability thanks to a battery compartment.
The Skoog 2.0 is designed so even someone who has never played an instrument before can pick it up and create music in minutes. Color-coded convex spots on the cube's surface activates preset sounds in companion apps and software. This is made possible by the presence of sensors inside the cube, which detect the movement of magnets embedded in the foam.
When users squish the foam, the magnets move, and the software figures out how much and from what direction the foam is being compressed.
Cubical Musical Instruments
The Skoog 2.0 is a Whole New Kind of Musical Instrument
Trend Themes
1. Cube-shaped Musical Instruments - Digital musical instruments are being transformed into cube-shape allowing for more portability and accessibility.
2. Sensory-based Technology - Increasing use of embedded sensors within musical instruments is providing new ways for people to create music without prior experience.
3. Mobile Companion Apps - Companion mobile apps are increasingly being developed to expand the functionality and ease of use of musical instruments.
Industry Implications
1. Music Production - Innovative musical instruments and technologies are disrupting music production by creating accessible, easy to use digital instruments.
2. Educational Technology - Technology for children with disabilities is developing in new directions, with the development of instruments like Skoog 2.0.
3. Entertainment Technology - The entertainment industry is increasingly integrating interactive, sensor based technology for consumers and this trend can be observed in music products like Skoog 2.0.