Andrew Benson

Takumi Ogata creates custom instruments for performing with Max. We caught up with him to learn more about his approach to Max patching, how he got started, and where he finds inspiration. Watch the video to hear more about how he is working with Max to explore unique interfaces and sound.

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Takumi Ogata creates custom instruments for performing with Max. Watch the video to hear more about how he is working with Max to explore unique interfaces and sound.

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I love the idea of drawing inspiration from everyday objects for instrument design. Ogata's use of hacked musical instruments (guitar fret boards etc) hooked up to sensors that feed into Max for synthesis and DSP is great. It's a great use of Max/MSP.

Fascinating!
I love the idea of drawing inspiration from everyday objects for instrument design.  Ogata's use of hacked musical instruments (guitar fret boards etc) hooked up to sensors that feed into Max for synthesis and DSP is great. It's a great use of Max/MSP. 

An Interview with Takumi Ogata