Beep-It optical theremin for the masses makes sci-fi sound anybody’s game (video)

We’ve seen theremin mod after theremin mod , but those seeking that distinct sci-fi sound without the physical labor or hefty price tag haven’t had much of an outlet until now. Meet Beep-It, a $35 analog optical theremin that sports a simple on / off switch, volume control, one quarter-inch jack, and light sensitive resistor to make you the master of that otherworldly sound. According to its creator, Michael Una , the little sonic music maker started off as yet another mod — a “single-oscillator square wave theremin” in a petri dish — back in 2008, and underwent a number of incarnations before getting the wood grain treatment you see here. Beep-It is now available at select retailers or direct from the company’s website — then again, we suppose you could hire Bobby McFerrin to do the same thing. Trippy demo after the jump. Continue reading Beep-It optical theremin for the masses makes sci-fi sound anybody’s game (video) Beep-It optical theremin for the masses makes sci-fi sound anybody’s game (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Feb 2011 11:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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