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Making Music With Typewriters

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

TypoSonic

— October 22, 2008 — Unique
A popular name in the field of sound is Diego Stocco, a composer as well as designer of instruments and sound. Diego Stocco has created a number of musical instruments that didn't fail to amaze people because of their uniqueness.

A good example is his TypoSonic, a musical typewriter created by putting together things like typewriter parts and bass strings. Another impressive musical creation is The Burning Piano; Stocco engulfed his piano in flames, resulting in a viral video and an incredible instrument.

For people more interested in creations that are ‘safer’ to make, Diego’'s Bedside Table Bass and his musical clothes drying rack could be a better option. Musicians who love electric instruments may develop a liking for his Sonic Washer which is a mixture of a washing machine and an electric guitar.

Being the director of sound for Epic Score’s has also given a good name for Diego Stocco in the music production industry, where he was able to work for popular clients such as Samsung, Nokia, Panasonic, etc. He also took part in the development of the virtual instrument software for Spectrasonic. Indeed, with all his creations and achievements, Diego Stocco may be considered a musical genius.
Trend Themes
1. Musical Innovations Using Uncommon Objects - Diego Stocco's musical creations utilizing typewriters, bedside tables, and more are disrupting traditional instrument design.
2. Viral Video Instrumentation - The Burning Piano video showcases a new opportunity for musical virality utilizing innovative instrument design.
3. Multi-purpose Instrument Design - Instruments like the Sonic Washer are disrupting the traditional musical landscape by combining multiple household appliances with electric guitar design.
Industry Implications
1. Instrument Manufacturing - Innovative instrument designs and viral video opportunities provide promising new opportunities for instrument manufacturing businesses.
2. Music Production - Diego Stocco's success in the music production industry with clients like Samsung, Nokia, and Panasonic demonstrate how musical innovations and experimentation can lead to success.
3. Virtual Instrument Software - Stocco's involvement in the development of virtual instrument software for Spectrasonic showcases a new opportunity for technology-driven instrument design.
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