none of the controls are even labeled. no more graphic designers doing any type of control panels please, not on web sites, not on instruments, not on fucking ANYTHING.
@@jonathanthomasjohn8348 so in that respect, it's much like the Theoryboard from Irijule. This has a bit more granular control, it would appear, and fills in a few glaring gaps present on Irijule's hardware.
4:37 made me tear up with Don't Go Changing. My first instrument was a Yamaha PSS170, purchased by my late grandparents, which had that as the demo song. Countless hours trying to learn Super Mario World songs at 5 years old on the warmth of their living room carpet; grandfather smoking his pipe, listening to Paul Harvey on his transistor, grandmother sipping cherry coke from a can through a striped straw & flipping through a Danielle Steel novel, their voices and living noises still faintly in my head. I've missed all of it. You just made those memories louder and clearer than they've been in a while. Thank you.
This is an amazing concept. This would be a huge, huge help to those who want to create music (beats, lofi, anything) but didn't have a musical education growing up. But alongside that, it would also be an invaluable tool for any bedroom producer, limited by space in a studio apartment with room for only a few tools on a small desk. I will absolutely purchase one of these if they go to market.
Not arguing against the Nopia but if you're limited by space you can get a 1 octave MIDI (controller) keyboard and plug into a computer to trigger sounds. In fact you don't even need a keyboard, you can just use a laptop and some software.
@@torgenxblazterzoid "an iota" you realize that music theory is something you can study in ~university~ for a reason? that possibly its actually a very large complicated subject that is very daunting for anyone to learn? 😭 you are gonna hurt yourself on that horse my friend
you should definitely start a kickstarter to get this funded and manufactured, seems like heaps of people would love to see this come to life and be an available product! Myself included!
@@hazy1418 a website and reviews doesn’t mean a thing. Honestly c’mon. Anyways, I did my part, I’d feel bad to see what a blatant scam this is and not say anything! If you want to risk your money and details, go for it!
It’s nice to say you’re looking out for others by saying it’s a scam or a fake but with no proof or logic behind what you said, you come across as just a hater and a troll. So… do you have evidence that’s it’s fake?
@@rachaelj.sparks1776 My warning should prompt anyone genuinely willing to buy it to actually look into it first. Why would I bother saying something so random? If you really wanna buy it I suggest you prove to yourself it’s not fake first. Anyways I’m doing my part - knock yourself out if you want to buy it. Go google it yourself!
Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments and love!! We’re completely blown away by all of this!! 🥳 We’re trying to figure out how to get one of these into your hands! Really aiming to keep the price point accessible for this unit, don’t worry!! 🦾 Nopia mk1 will be a midi generator with midi over usb as well as multiple trs or 5 pin midi outs. Will keep you posted on this channel for more info. Peace!
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY! but seriously no, take your time with this. just like the "chompi" i'm sure you guys would sell out asap if you decide you need to crowd fund. and do it right/ be good to the customers, and who knows ...(i.e. op-1 success story - make a quality product that can't be refuted )
Yoooo the algorithm fed me a good one today. I'm glad you noted that this is a prototype. Principle-wise, it's solid - I cannot play keys proficiently but have enough years of studying music to know how to assemble chords and progressions in a key. I love that the hardware is focused on helping people create well-constructed music without needing all the actual theory knowledge behind it. Design wise, it's very beautiful but the current construction makes me question the overall quality of the build. The buttons and knobs look like they're liable to break or get stuck after some frequent usage. The materials look a little on the cheaper end too. Hopefully that's just part of the prototyping process, and I'm excited to see this project develop!
This is such an amazing instrument not only to attract people into playing with it but it has so much potential to teach beginners about complex music theory through discovery. I’m very excited for this instruments progression :)
I wouldn't say it's complex, it's just basic diatonic functions. Btw if you want a midi controller that gives you the same chord functionality you should check out the Launchpad Pro Mk3. It has a chord mode that arguably is a bit more advanced than the Nopia since you're also able to create your own chords and store them on a pad - you're not just stuck with basic tonal stuff. On the nopia there are preset extensions that you can apply, with the pro mk3 you can apply any extensions you like.
Ive had a Maschine mk3 as a beginner for a while, bought it from a fellow junkie musician.. I STILL dont have a real grasp on how to use it properly edit: as in how to utilize all the features.
@@grimreaperslife The available info on this product paired with a warning should be enough for anyone to proceed with caution. I‘ve seen this same scam circulating on Instagram in the past few years. Why would I bother saying it? Zero benefit to me. I’m not interested in proving this - it’s up to you to take a warning into account or not.
If you NEED something like this to get started, then that ain't it chief. That's like saying you haven't written that novel you've always wanted to write cause you don't have a 1000 dollar keyboard. If you START with something like this, you won't get far unless you're some musical prodigy that has an understanding of music without any experience with any instruments or music theory.
@@churlbreak671Someone may just want to be a hobbyist, without really aiming to master the skill! If so, having a tool that lifts you a huge part of the way as a beginner may be all that matters, even if it wouldn't be helpful if you're aiming for high skill.
@@churlbreak671 A better example would be someone saying they haven't written a novel because they don't have access to a word processing software or to a keyboard to begin with, instead of writing by hand. This *is* an instrument. Just like a guitar or a keyboard has their own use case, this one has its. Just because you can't play chords on a trumpet doesn't make it any less an instrument, and just because you can't play individual notes on this doesn't make it any less an instrument. And what *does* help people get far in music is an inviting open attitude to people who want to learn. *NOT* a gatekeeping and antagonistic attitude that tries (and fails) to dictate who is and isn't able to "get far." Radiohead, one of the biggest bands of the current time, who has, by pretty much any music critic's account, "gotten far" with their music, includes folks who never studied music formally, and the main writer/composer for the group, Thom Yorke, doesn't even know how to read sheet music, let alone have great experience with music theory. It ain't about theory or which instrument you use that makes a good musician. It's about having the ability to learn and grow, and having the willingness to say "this is cool, let me try it." Which, by what it sounds like, is what this instrument is literally made for. To encourage that. Which would, directly, encourage people to become better musicians by helping them learn and grow and develop that willingness. There are countless people who learn an instrument or that learn theory. There are way less people who actually try to be open to new stuff and find that stuff interesting and cool to try, rather than just closing themself off and capping their growth out by stickin' with what they know. Those that do stay open and try new stuff are the ones who make it further than grumpy and closeminded musicians. It's one of the reasons that people like the artist formerly known as Prince who regularly invited other acts to be the spotlight and leading voices did get far and touched more lives and is considered such a great musician.
@@jeremiahtablet Talk about antagonistic attitude, yet here you are assuming my entire existence based on one comment. I'm literally what ur describing my guy. I had no formal training in my developmental years, so much so that as a bachelors of music degree holder, i can't wrap my mind around chords, and yet i managed to garner 1st place in the biggest national competition in my country. But to get there, I had to go through proper training and go through the stages of a beginner before I could confidently say I can tackle a much larger obstacle. I had to play on a crappy upright piano and go through basic training with a teacher. Slowly working my way up and refining my skills till i got to a point where i can play anything i want. The "instrument" in the video is not an instrument. It's a tool. To understand the I - iv - V progression he described in the video, one has to learn what that means. A "can do attitude" can only get you so far. A complete novice who knows nothing about music and refuses to look up some basic terms or experiment on a real piano won't be able to use the tool in the video at all. Not knowing how to read sheet music vs not knowing anything about chords are completely different things. Sheet music refers to notes on a page like quarter notes, half notes, whole notes. Not every great musician needs to know how to read those, but every great musician needs to know how to play chords and how to manipulate chords. And if you want to tell me their COMPOSER didn't know how to use chords then you're talking out of your ass. Before you start mouthing off about things you don't know anything about, take a second and think for a minute. I didn't say "DON'T PURSUE MUSIC IF YOU'RE NOT WILLING TO PLAY A REAL INSTRUMENT." What I DID say if you NEED this tool to become a great musician, then you're just throwing money into the trash
THIS IS AMAZING!! I have a child who has visual impairment and cerebral palsy. Since he’s been 1 he’s always had a love for playing keyboards. At 7, he has perfect pitch. I’ve been struggling on how to advance his development since his CP limits his finger dexterity. I wanted to maybe try a chord/progression(I’m no musician) approach because he can press three keys down with both hands. I so far haven’t found anything but this device looks to have soooo much potential. Hopefully I can get this in the UK and doesn’t break the bank. Great job with this. You may be helping those you haven’t intended too.
have you considered starting him with a launch pad, and pre-loading with chords in a major key to start? im a music teacher, i feel like if i was approached with this that would be my first. because if he can hit three keys with both, he can hit three chords with both or one chord with one etc... so he could easily learn chord progressions that way. tbh that might give him a leg up on people who play instruments like keys or guitar because you are skipping the physical learning (mostly just pain lol) and going straight to ear training. awesome he has perfect pitch. i hope he can get this device as well!
@@seroquelchamber Hi! Yeah, I just recently got him an Akai pad but I don’t know the first thing to do to set it up in a way that would help him out. I just plug it in and open up GarageBand. It’s highly dependent on the screen so the visual impairment makes it really difficult. That’s what I like about this thing. It seems like it would be a lot easier to get to where I want.
@@boboso388 so what i would do is plug it from the DAW into a PA or amp, and you would work the visual side while he learns the sounds off the launch pad. youd have to load them yourself, but if you make the launchpad into what is essentially just an instrument for him and let him just focus on the sound. is there a way to have your computer do voice assist with garageband? i have autism (however i am almost 30 lol) so i have sensory proccessing issues which have led me to use DAW+midi or a launchpad in "sensory friendly" ways.... after i set up the DAW i pretty much dont look at it again. its what i do when i am playing live as well
@@boboso388 sorry i just love hearing about kids with talent and i want to help him access it bc since i also have some of my own problems i know what its like to feel held back by technology!
@@applecore101 Not EXACTLY what you're looking for but I think you'd really like some of INZO's music (if you like the argpeggio from that section) and if it's the chords you will LOVE `aftertheparty`... in my completely uneducated opinion he has some of the best production in his music
@@applecore101 very simple chords. So simple that he just played the root note while a midi device did the rest of the voicings. But that also boxes you into one chord type unless you also want to map a button to change the chord type. But at that point just use a keyboard with more than one option
this instrument is the closest thing to what my brain does when making music; i have never cared about theory or chords, just numbers 💚 awesome demo and besides video
what an amazing and fresh way to go about controllers. seriously seems like an absolute great workflow for creating chord structures and simple bass lines
The only two features I would add is a small display screen showing what chord is being played so if you really like a chord you can go back and play with it more. And you should be able to assign the chord to a key through the small screen and database then save it. This would be extremely helpful! Otherwise it's absolutely amazing. Great work. Can't wait till this goes retail and I can play with it.
i feel like that’s something you could do in whatever software you’re working with off the nopia. like when he shows the midi information in ableton at 5:12
@@mchalemartin265 yeah but theyre saying that they want to make it a standalone music instrument one day meaning they want to integrate stereo and access its own database i think. but its quite a nice improvement in price as long as they dont need to have that kind of visual interaction.
@@davideatwell6577 i see it as an iphone as music instrument. pushing really hard on accesibility throughout the design and still delivering reliable quality, its definitely a refreshing sight
I can't wait for this to be out in the world. Artists who cannot afford production school are going to be able to apply and learn at the same time. Counting down days!
I don't know why, but this is one of the most aesthetic and calming videos I have seen on the internet recently. Its how the instrument looks, what music it produces, and the way of you calmly talk about all of it, makes me forget about all of stressfull things I have to worry about right now.
@@szupelak Mint green, surf green, seafoam green, light olive, sage, faded turquoise, lime, pistachio, whatever you call it, any instrument or pedal within this family of colour will sound better; it's just the law
I'm a student filmmaker , and believe me I just accidentally stumbled upon this video and was completely and totally BLOWN AWAY. I'm going to buy this for sure!! and thanks to the makers because it is going to make my job so easy. You people have made music generation more feeling oriented than technical by making NOPIA .
4:37 made me tear up with Don't Go Changing. My first instrument was a Yamaha PSS170, purchased by my late grandparents, which had that as the demo song. Countless hours trying to learn Super Mario World songs at 5 years old on the warmth of their living room carpet; grandfather smoking his pipe, listening to Paul Harvey on his transistor, grandmother sipping cherry coke from a can through a striped straw & flipping through a Danielle Steel novel, their voices and living noises still faintly in my head. I've missed all of it. You just made those memories louder and clearer than they've been in a while. Thank you.
Also. when you used the vocoder I laughed so hard because my first ever synth as a kid had 'Dont go changing' as it's main demo song. The memory is so visceral.
I'm a VST user, and a basic midi can take me where I need to go most of the time. Saying that, I find myself amazed at the simplicity the machine, and in awe of its limitlessness. I am definitely buying this!
@@hanslim4031 hello, you asked him not me but, i particularly started with FL Studio and some very good (and free!) plugin from spitfire audio, LABS has a big variety of VST instruments and synths and other stuff that are very good for a start and even advanced production
I always think of making music but I am overwhelmed by everything, this was explained simply enough and it just freaking worked and sounded great. And it's so compact and stylish even in prorotype stage!
I didn't understand any of the note explanations... It seemed to me that people who already know all the terminology probably don't need the explainer, and people who are unfamiliar with them - and perhaps a little dense - have no frame of reference to understand all this. The graphs flashing by made it even worse. The sounds are nice and getting a feel for the relations between the buttons doesn't seem too daunting, but the clarifications have me looking for a different hobby.
@@ronnetgrazer362 to be fair, what he created here is most likely an expensive instrument that a very beginner would probably not be looking to purchase. Someone brand new to music and recording would probably not even be capable of using the instrument to its full capabilities
@@jetsetbetch Fair enough. I can improvise a second voice but whenever people start talking music theory my eyes just glaze over. Something needs to click but I'm not sure if I will live to see the day.
It's the fifth time I watched this video and I can stop daydreaming about this instrument, I really really want to get my hands on this and jam with my friends :D
The aesthetic is so cool, even if it is just a prototype. I'd love to see the final result similar to this prototype with no labels and very simplistic. Then it could come with a manual for the user to learn it.
What the hell?! This is incredibly creative and this looks suuuuper fun. I swear something like this could help so many people create actual music rather than just fiddle around ad infinitum (which is also fun and there's nothing wrong with that). The looper part of the video had me bobbing my head already at the first chord loop because I already internally hear a bass/drum beat playing along with it in my mind. So good. I want one of these so bad, please let this become reality one day.
Sounds to me like a genre defining tool. There is already chord based electronic music like this, that does not take into account how independent voices in a harmony mold into one another melodically. It's certainly cool that someone would create this type of controller for those who want to recreate the aforementioned genre themselves. It's still largely generic with standard modes of operation from the perspective of a producer (no humanisation, slides or custom arpeggiation), so it's not terribly innovative. But it will perhaps make it easier for one person to perform or write accompaniment alone. It's not so hard to make this actual tool using a mixture of free software midi plugins coupled with a free DAW or some sort of midi remote control, no strings attached. You could throw in a midi controller if you feel the need, but as composing tool in 2023, there really isn't any.
Another thing that would help so many people stop fiddling around and create actual music would be for them to learn how to actually play an instrument and learn some basics of music theory. I wish companies would stop developing software and gear that enables people to put together “music” without knowing the first thing about music.
Why does that really matter so much to you? Who cares if someone learns a bunch theory or sits down with an instrument for countless hours? How do you even determine how someone has learned enough theory or practiced enough hours to satisfy your requirements? do you personally investigate every musician and music creating individual you come upon to decide if what they create is indeed good music? I truly can’t wrap my head around this. I’ve played guitar for 15 years and studied plenty of theory and i could care less, if someone who doesn’t know shit about music can make a head moving beat touching piece of music with barely any background that’s fuckin awesome. Music being more accessible to different people of different backgrounds is ALWAYS a good thing. Not everyone everywhere can afford a nice instrument, or to spend hundreds of hours studying theory. People have lives, so only people with nothing to do but make music should be allowed? Stuff like this is perfect for someone who might want to express their self musically but is idk for example working two jobs and taking care of their elderly parents. I just hope a person like that never runs into someone as miserable as you. Good day
@@darwinsaye i agree but think there is nothing wrong with having tactile tools to create and inspire. You can learn an instrument and be good at it but if you want to create more you'll need to master a DAW and such and such. Having tools that build chords and such sure makes you overlook the concepts and theory but there is not always a need to be a purist about music. Music is supposed to be fun firstly, not everyone wants to be Chopin or Hans Zimmer.
I've always been hesitant of giving music making a try since it seems so daunting to me, but maybe this will help me understand the music creation process better. I hope we can all get our hands on this! Wonderful work!
I started this time last year using Studio One as my DAW and watching Max Konyi here on UA-cam. He's an amazing music teacher that focuses on Studio One it is the most user friendly IMO
Absolutely!! because the difficulty in the beginning is that everything we do sounds awful! 😢 the way this was designed is very encouraging for the clumsy beginners who love music but can’t handle the frustration of sounding terrible on the first few months
@@Nobody-Nowhere that’s not what he’s insinuating… I think he’s saying that because of ai…. Maybe I’m wrong … but the actual device is phenomenal looking.. minimalist at best.
This seems like a perfect sensory instrument for kids to experiment with: A low barrier to entry with a high skill ceiling. The minimalism is also refreshing. Children deserve tools they can experiment with and learn from. The price is a bit steep for this use case, but I still find it interesting. Good luck.
Fabulous piece of kit, i can see it opening up a world of creative options to non musicians looking to expand there harmonic vocabulary , as well as actual musicians like myself who would just want one..
@@GardenGuy1942 ive already thought of a lot of cool ways I could implement this into my everyday music making. It’s ok if you don’t like it or it doesn’t work for you but it’s not a gimmick because it doesn’t fit into the music you surround yourself with.
I've never made music in my life, mostly because I never learned an instrument and don't really know how to explore harmony. This device makes that so simple and intuitive I would LOVE to get one in my hands to start making music for the first time!
I have been blown away myself on how nicely put together this is. People that dont have any musical ideas would be able to make music too especially digital one.
why do you call it a game changer? it's just a control surface with a fancy way of saying it's triggering specific set midi instructions just like most control surface can do.. it's more about what it's set to control than anything. The design is horrendous looks like a kleenex box
If/when this hits production I will be buying it IMMEDIATELY. Beautifully designed with lots of thought and attention put into its function and capabilities. This is going to be a game changer 🔥
It looks like Fisher-Price my first nurse's station, so in that sense, very sick. OTOH, it's a prototype. My comment is supposed to be a compliment too. That's how this comment section rolls. As much as I'm against mentally commodifying chords as if they're fashion accessories, I still think this thing will be fun, unless the developer totally screws the pooch, which isn't yet off the table... so I'll subscribe and follow!
this, once again, showed me how much i love music and tonal harmony and how i understand absolutely nothing about it. so excited to hear more music made with this, watching the video felt like a tingly dream that gave me goosebumps in the best way possible
This is such a brilliant design. I absolutely love the functionality and aesthetic of this. When you showed the looper I was blown away- icing on the cake. I spent years as a music teacher, and teaching harmony is my favorite aspect of that. Can’t wait to see where this project goes!
@@smrtn2441 uhm….if y’all read correctly I was NOT talking about a specific note or a specific chord I was talking about in general. Instead of scheming, read it again.. I did not specifically point out anything I was stating the awesomeness of the device as a whole. SMDH.
Your editing style is so good, I love it when people use more avant-garde transitions, and I swear, this is the most beautiful minimalist instrument I’ve ever laid eyes upon.
As someone who's made my living predominantly through designing and reproducing musical instruments over the last decade and a half... Hats off to you. This randomly popped up in my feed and I clicked on it so quickly because of the beautiful and timeless design. It's a very nice and timeless look. Something one won't get tired of, something that can be added to... or taken away from. I think the pastel color fits it well. There are a lot of incredible pastel colors used by guitar companies in the past. Something I always enjoyed doing early in my career (around 2007) was to build reproduction of classic designs... But with a color swap. So for example.... a double cut Les Paul junior painted in a matte/flay surf green, Daphne blue, or shell pink finish. Using bright pastel colors usually associated with vintage fender branded guitars... But on classic Gibson designs. Usually in a very matte, smooth, semi-transparent hand rubbed type oil finish. Idk It was just visually interesting to me at the time and I was Just learning what I liked. Would be great if this design were available in some type of DIY form. Where the boards or pre-programmed chips could be purchased from you, along with a design pack including templates and such. Good luck to you and the process of getting this to market. With that huge influx of interest... I know from experience that can be a curse and very overwhelming. That type of pressure can stifle creativity and clear decision making... So I hope nothing but the best smooth sailing for you and all of those involved!
Interesting. This synth can inspire great ideas when one’s creative juices run dry. I also like the synth’s simple geometric design and mild color scheme. There isn’t a bunch of sliders and lights to distract from one’s creative flow. Nice job guys.
As someone who's always loved making music, but finds so much of it inaccessible with my disabilities (weak hands and poor finger dexterity, generally bad joints, difficulty holding myself upright or in any position for very long) this feels like it would let me make music again in an accessible way. I love it so much. 😯
I was watching jeff mills play on an old roland tr-909 (look up exhibitionist 909 workout) the other day thinking wow this guy's hands are WAY TOO HUGE FOR TODAY'S EQUIPMENT. As much as I love my tiny mobile equipment I think there's something to be said about nice controls that are spaced apart and large enough to feel
The synth is wonderfully conceived and the video beautifully written. I particularly like the line "the arpeggiator unfolds the chords." What a lovely way to put it
Idk it just feels like he’s using metaphor as a way to make simple concepts in music theory more complicated than they are. Like if I was a layman to music “unfolds the chords” makes literally no sense.
@@autumnchiu well yes I understand, it’s just not necessarily a good explanation of the word. Yes I’m being overly combative over a semantics. But idk I don’t think i would’ve understood what he meant. Personally speaking. And that is a pretty large bias. And plus this isn’t a music theory video and so you don’t want to go in-depth on a frankly un important subject.
@@Kampfk3ksle you are right and wrong bro. Music is way more than just thinking in C - but thinking in C is also real music as there is no wrong music. You should rethink your comment.
omg hello dodie! i had to pause you on spotify to watch this video but glad to see you're still around hahaha. it NEVER sounds like you think in C though! your music are always extra delicious and juicy already
"... composed of 360 chords..." Interesting. You could say you've gone full circle in your chords. 🙂How fitting. Some of us could literally spend hours upon hours messing around with such an instrument. Nicely done!
This thing is delightful! I agree with others that you should definitely offer a version that looks just like this, it's so clean and unassuming but full of life and potential. Can't wait to see where it goes! Much love
This looks amazing! It would be so cool to pair this with a book or video series on music theory. I think this will make music creation and learning much more accessible and could lead to people seeking out more traditional instruments as their knowledge base increases. Aesthetically, it looks soo cool too. Count me in as a day 1 buyer. I can’t wait to see what future prototypes look like. Different colors would be amazing too! A guide for what software to interface with would be amazing too
It's beautiful!! Love this!! That Venn diagram is a super nice touch at the end. The color and whitespace design is so complementary to it's purpose too. Take my money!! lol
this seems like something you could use in a jam session and I fucking love it. whats really cool is that you can use it with any VST synth, since its midi based. Very impressive man!
I wish I could’ve used something like this when I was struggling to get a grasp of music theory as a kid when I was taking piano lessons. I hated piano class and only did it cause my family made me.
haha! That progression is something along the lines of: | Fmaj7 | E7b13 | Am9 | Bbmaj7 | or | VI | VM | I | bII | in A minor Hope this helps you find the chord you're looking for!
Please keep the aesthetic it has currently, its so fantastic, add a color option or 2, meybe even keep it pastel. On visual alone i knew i wanted this and im sure TONS of other people feel the same
Wow, brilliant! This is exactly the kind of instrument and music-making tool that the market needs and that I would love. You've already covered so many things that no other instrument does. And the layout and design seems super intuitive. I would buy one right now if I could. Looking forward to seeing what happens next! Oh by the way, please please please make the looper and arp functions able to slave to a MIDI clock source!
Unfortunately, with these independent creators, this stuff is usually too expensive for the average producer. The Chompi is another viral sensation that sells for $599. I remember when the Monome first hit. I definitely want both, but them I'm like "a couple racks for 2 things.... or... a BUNCH OF THINGS!" 😅
Mark Mothersbaugh from DEVO would really dig this device. If I were you I would make sure he gets one. If he gives this the tick of approval well you have a BIG winner on your hands.
@@boobiedefloop6097 You are a single person on the internet, your opinion really means nothing. Having an infamous artist approve your device would be absolutely momentous.
This device is not only a small music maker, It has so much more to it. Firstly It's aesthetic is calming relaxing and beautiful it's eye taking and has it's beautiful lime green color to it! Secondly, The use of the device is endless and would take anyone in a music adventure. The sound it produces is relaxing and just perfect. It makes me feel like taking Nopia and relaxing in a warm modern room with breathtaking views of Japan. I think that Nopia can seriously change the way people relax and take their time. Looking forward to this device coming out. Much love, Noah.
Dude this is just completely Awesome, you didn't just remake something already on the market and I commend you for that, we need more ppl like you in this community, it feels like everybody wants to take the easy route when creating new tools they just repackage something that already exists. I see this being a big hit. You deserve it. Great work!
@@okidot We're obviously not as insightful as you. Please share, how do you know that it is fake? Assuming this is fake, I don't get why they'd bother faking it, it is totally possible to make this; tech wise it is little more than a box with some cheap off the shelf components paired with some clever midi programming. Playbox by NI is essentially this in software form, hook that up to any input device (keyboard or even an xbox 360 controller) and map the midi. Hey presto, I have replicated what is in this video. There is a basic website taking preorders and while it looks primitive, plenty of legitimate music gear comes from sites of a similar quality. So please, englighten us, what is the glaringly obvious fact that we are missing?
@@bizarrefruit9133 I think you’re taking this very personal so maybe tone it down a bit lol This was a scam from Instagram around 2020. Just because you can’t see why this would be fake, isn’t the best reasoning to think it’s legit. There’s great incentive when people will throw their money at it. You’ll struggle to find any solid information on this synth like the old ones. I follow lots of small projects but this one has the hallmarks of a scam. But hey each to their own, I’m giving a genuine warning to people, as I’d feel bad to see this and not highlight the reality
@@okidot But they're not asking for money, their website is very simple and only has an option to join a waitlist. Also, you're alleging that ti's fake so I think the onus is on you to prove the claim, not the other way around.
Love the idea of this, definitely something I could use. Also love the aesthetic, as lots of others have said, but also really like how intuitive it seems - it doesn't need labels on the controls, once you know them, you know them, easy. Look forward to seeing its development! 🙂
I feel like this would be a great instrument to play when feeling down / having a bad day, and just playing random cords and sounds together that sound nice ^-^
As someone who has limited music knowledge (learning to play piano and just starting to understand music theory lol) - chords as degrees makes so much sense to me. I've seen other midi reveal videos and I'm usually overwhelmed by them, but this approach is so digestible and I'm actually able to understand what you're doing. And the DESIGN! What a beaut.
The instrument is amazing, but I gotta say that Martin's voice is about the most soothing thing I've heard in a long time. It's like the perfect ASMR voice. Thanks!
I'm a classically trained musician and play bass guitar, drums and electric guitar but I've always struggled with trying to learn how to make digital music. I feel like this could be a great way to finally step into making digital music with minimal experience.
I love how simple this is! I’ve always been fascinated by music production but not very knowledgeable. This looks like a great way for beginners to start and a great tool for experienced people as well! The patches you used in this video also were top tier, and the way it looked was so clean. 😮💨
You just summed up the target market for this product: people who can’t play music and people who would buy things instantly. Congratulations on being that??????
Came across This today! Signed up and can’t wait to see this go on sale! I’m not a seasoned producer but I can see where I would and can work with this mod.. LOVE the design, which is one of the reasons I clicked on the vlog! Looks and sounds SUPER COOL 😎.. keep up the good work guys ❤
I've seen many keyboards that implement this, but this looks like one that doesn't seem too hard to operate. I can't wait until this comes out! I wish you and this product the best of success!
@@likemostthings For someone like me who does not have any experience with it, it sure helps it look appealing. Especially when the video lays out everything for us.
I was so disappointed when I realized it wasn’t real!! 😭 this is amazing, it’s so simplistic and ethereal it’s just- beautiful. I really don’t know how you managed to pull this off but the second that this is out in the world I’m getting it 👀✨
it would just be a midi controller if it was real. It looks like garbage in general so I wondered if it was even a proper stucture under that non design.
As a graphic designer: hats off to the whole art direction and visuals. Really enjoyed this.
haha wanted to comment: a graphic designer's synth
hahaha, my boi
GD here too! Agree!
I think the art director likes Dieter Rams.
none of the controls are even labeled. no more graphic designers doing any type of control panels please, not on web sites, not on instruments, not on fucking ANYTHING.
I am an absolutely noob on music theory so I don't understand 80% of the video, but it looks really cooler than other similar instruments. love it
This instrument is specifically made so that you wouldn’t need music theory knowledge to use it. Basically anything you play would sound good
@@jonathanthomasjohn8348 so in that respect, it's much like the Theoryboard from Irijule. This has a bit more granular control, it would appear, and fills in a few glaring gaps present on Irijule's hardware.
I don't understand 89% LOL
same
I never thought I'd see Sakamoto saying noob. 😊
I clicked on this because i thought the design looked cool, just to find out it's just a prototype - still one of the best designs I've ever seen
same here, amazing!
looks corny as fuck and overly simplistic to me
@@clipmania42 awaiting your version with curiosity - gonna be legendary then!
@@clipmania42 cannot imagine what your product designs must look like must have everyone drippin
@@clipmania42we need more people like you because people are nice
4:37 made me tear up with Don't Go Changing. My first instrument was a Yamaha PSS170, purchased by my late grandparents, which had that as the demo song. Countless hours trying to learn Super Mario World songs at 5 years old on the warmth of their living room carpet; grandfather smoking his pipe, listening to Paul Harvey on his transistor, grandmother sipping cherry coke from a can through a striped straw & flipping through a Danielle Steel novel, their voices and living noises still faintly in my head. I've missed all of it. You just made those memories louder and clearer than they've been in a while. Thank you.
I had a Yamaha keyboard with this demo! It would cycle through all the styles, including ghost 👻
dang bro… that sounds amazing
The engineers and designers behind this masterpiece are LEGENDS.
Alo sou novato no seu canal amigo ❤😊😊
afh iyh dek
Let me guess... It's a Raspberry Pi inside....
@@christianyacobus8559 bro 🗿🤣
C'mon this ass comment bot hahaha (1K likes in 5 days and only 5 responses lol), the design is garbage, an AI could make a better version lmao
This is an amazing concept.
This would be a huge, huge help to those who want to create music (beats, lofi, anything) but didn't have a musical education growing up. But alongside that, it would also be an invaluable tool for any bedroom producer, limited by space in a studio apartment with room for only a few tools on a small desk.
I will absolutely purchase one of these if they go to market.
Not arguing against the Nopia but if you're limited by space you can get a 1 octave MIDI (controller) keyboard and plug into a computer to trigger sounds. In fact you don't even need a keyboard, you can just use a laptop and some software.
@@lyrebird9749 curious - cause idk shit abt music making - what software do you have in mind?
I'm thinking about the possibilities as a dj! This would be a really cool addition to any dj setup!
Yeah, let's make the art of abstract thinking even easier for people who hate abstract thinking. That'll improve music!!! kek
@@jamesf.189 this is why youre not a famous artist, we love a person who gatekeeps
I’d love to hear a whole ambient lo-fi electronic album made entirely with this instrument!
Same!
on it (when it comes out and if it's a reasonable price)
Then make one
I'd prefer hi-fi
@@noahtuelsame here!
The complete serenity that comes with seeing a thing with no labels.
I agree. It's beautiful.
exactly how to really LIVE
Uhh
"Oh wow" would just be an understatement. This is freakng amazing. Even me with no musical talent would like to play around this piece of hardware.
Likewise
Or you could put an iota of effort in and learn what would be very basic music theory.
@@torgenxblazterzoid or, this could help make that process less overwhelming and fuel curiosity lead to learning music theory
@@jennlush3516 I just ordered a Prophet without knowing any musical theory or even sound design. taking a leap of faith is always fun.
@@torgenxblazterzoid "an iota" you realize that music theory is something you can study in ~university~ for a reason? that possibly its actually a very large complicated subject that is very daunting for anyone to learn? 😭 you are gonna hurt yourself on that horse my friend
you should definitely start a kickstarter to get this funded and manufactured, seems like heaps of people would love to see this come to life and be an available product! Myself included!
It’s fake lol
@@okidotnot according to their website and media reviews
@@hazy1418 a website and reviews doesn’t mean a thing. Honestly c’mon. Anyways, I did my part, I’d feel bad to see what a blatant scam this is and not say anything!
If you want to risk your money and details, go for it!
It’s nice to say you’re looking out for others by saying it’s a scam or a fake but with no proof or logic behind what you said, you come across as just a hater and a troll. So… do you have evidence that’s it’s fake?
@@rachaelj.sparks1776 My warning should prompt anyone genuinely willing to buy it to actually look into it first. Why would I bother saying something so random?
If you really wanna buy it I suggest you prove to yourself it’s not fake first.
Anyways I’m doing my part - knock yourself out if you want to buy it.
Go google it yourself!
Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments and love!! We’re completely blown away by all of this!! 🥳
We’re trying to figure out how to get one of these into your hands!
Really aiming to keep the price point accessible for this unit, don’t worry!! 🦾
Nopia mk1 will be a midi generator with midi over usb as well as multiple trs or 5 pin midi outs.
Will keep you posted on this channel for more info.
Peace!
we believe in you !
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!
but seriously no, take your time with this. just like the "chompi" i'm sure you guys would sell out asap if you decide you need to crowd fund. and do it right/ be good to the customers, and who knows ...(i.e. op-1 success story - make a quality product that can't be refuted )
when and where can I get it!! I need it
Direct Deposit into your account, need it 😂
Jk, take your time!
I’ll be watching for updates I practically need this
Yoooo the algorithm fed me a good one today. I'm glad you noted that this is a prototype. Principle-wise, it's solid - I cannot play keys proficiently but have enough years of studying music to know how to assemble chords and progressions in a key. I love that the hardware is focused on helping people create well-constructed music without needing all the actual theory knowledge behind it. Design wise, it's very beautiful but the current construction makes me question the overall quality of the build. The buttons and knobs look like they're liable to break or get stuck after some frequent usage. The materials look a little on the cheaper end too. Hopefully that's just part of the prototyping process, and I'm excited to see this project develop!
This is such an amazing instrument not only to attract people into playing with it but it has so much potential to teach beginners about complex music theory through discovery. I’m very excited for this instruments progression :)
I will teach you nothing. Best to learn on your own and apply that to a more useful keyboard
@@ranchsmith4892do you hate fun
It’s not an instrument.
@@James-kb5mx everything is an instrument
I wouldn't say it's complex, it's just basic diatonic functions. Btw if you want a midi controller that gives you the same chord functionality you should check out the Launchpad Pro Mk3. It has a chord mode that arguably is a bit more advanced than the Nopia since you're also able to create your own chords and store them on a pad - you're not just stuck with basic tonal stuff. On the nopia there are preset extensions that you can apply, with the pro mk3 you can apply any extensions you like.
Even if Nopia wouldn‘t be a stand alone instrument, it would certainly be the most straight forward and user friendly way of making digital music
its basically garage band but physical
Ive had a Maschine mk3 as a beginner for a while, bought it from a fellow junkie musician..
I STILL dont have a real grasp on how to use it properly
edit: as in how to utilize all the features.
Lol you still have to hook it up to Ableton. It would be far from being as simple as you think
The lofi maker
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Jesusbot or real person?
I love this so much. The aesthetic. The simplicity. The subtle functionality.
I’d get one in a heartbeat.
Well, it’s fake so beware
@@okidot why are you saying that?
@@KEVINDAVIDBALBUENASALVADOR it’s an old Instagram scam
@@okidot Do you have valid proof of this?
@@grimreaperslife The available info on this product paired with a warning should be enough for anyone to proceed with caution.
I‘ve seen this same scam circulating on Instagram in the past few years.
Why would I bother saying it? Zero benefit to me.
I’m not interested in proving this - it’s up to you to take a warning into account or not.
This is the instrument your innie plays on the severed floor.
This is just the next level. It is what most people dream about having to get ideas out of their heads and onto paper. Well done all involved.
Yep, but the easy, lazy way... The real path is to go learn an instrument or two :)
If you NEED something like this to get started, then that ain't it chief. That's like saying you haven't written that novel you've always wanted to write cause you don't have a 1000 dollar keyboard. If you START with something like this, you won't get far unless you're some musical prodigy that has an understanding of music without any experience with any instruments or music theory.
@@churlbreak671Someone may just want to be a hobbyist, without really aiming to master the skill! If so, having a tool that lifts you a huge part of the way as a beginner may be all that matters, even if it wouldn't be helpful if you're aiming for high skill.
@@churlbreak671 A better example would be someone saying they haven't written a novel because they don't have access to a word processing software or to a keyboard to begin with, instead of writing by hand. This *is* an instrument. Just like a guitar or a keyboard has their own use case, this one has its. Just because you can't play chords on a trumpet doesn't make it any less an instrument, and just because you can't play individual notes on this doesn't make it any less an instrument. And what *does* help people get far in music is an inviting open attitude to people who want to learn. *NOT* a gatekeeping and antagonistic attitude that tries (and fails) to dictate who is and isn't able to "get far." Radiohead, one of the biggest bands of the current time, who has, by pretty much any music critic's account, "gotten far" with their music, includes folks who never studied music formally, and the main writer/composer for the group, Thom Yorke, doesn't even know how to read sheet music, let alone have great experience with music theory. It ain't about theory or which instrument you use that makes a good musician. It's about having the ability to learn and grow, and having the willingness to say "this is cool, let me try it." Which, by what it sounds like, is what this instrument is literally made for. To encourage that. Which would, directly, encourage people to become better musicians by helping them learn and grow and develop that willingness. There are countless people who learn an instrument or that learn theory. There are way less people who actually try to be open to new stuff and find that stuff interesting and cool to try, rather than just closing themself off and capping their growth out by stickin' with what they know. Those that do stay open and try new stuff are the ones who make it further than grumpy and closeminded musicians. It's one of the reasons that people like the artist formerly known as Prince who regularly invited other acts to be the spotlight and leading voices did get far and touched more lives and is considered such a great musician.
@@jeremiahtablet Talk about antagonistic attitude, yet here you are assuming my entire existence based on one comment. I'm literally what ur describing my guy. I had no formal training in my developmental years, so much so that as a bachelors of music degree holder, i can't wrap my mind around chords, and yet i managed to garner 1st place in the biggest national competition in my country. But to get there, I had to go through proper training and go through the stages of a beginner before I could confidently say I can tackle a much larger obstacle. I had to play on a crappy upright piano and go through basic training with a teacher. Slowly working my way up and refining my skills till i got to a point where i can play anything i want. The "instrument" in the video is not an instrument. It's a tool. To understand the I - iv - V progression he described in the video, one has to learn what that means. A "can do attitude" can only get you so far. A complete novice who knows nothing about music and refuses to look up some basic terms or experiment on a real piano won't be able to use the tool in the video at all.
Not knowing how to read sheet music vs not knowing anything about chords are completely different things. Sheet music refers to notes on a page like quarter notes, half notes, whole notes. Not every great musician needs to know how to read those, but every great musician needs to know how to play chords and how to manipulate chords. And if you want to tell me their COMPOSER didn't know how to use chords then you're talking out of your ass.
Before you start mouthing off about things you don't know anything about, take a second and think for a minute. I didn't say "DON'T PURSUE MUSIC IF YOU'RE NOT WILLING TO PLAY A REAL INSTRUMENT." What I DID say if you NEED this tool to become a great musician, then you're just throwing money into the trash
THIS IS AMAZING!! I have a child who has visual impairment and cerebral palsy. Since he’s been 1 he’s always had a love for playing keyboards. At 7, he has perfect pitch. I’ve been struggling on how to advance his development since his CP limits his finger dexterity. I wanted to maybe try a chord/progression(I’m no musician) approach because he can press three keys down with both hands. I so far haven’t found anything but this device looks to have soooo much potential. Hopefully I can get this in the UK and doesn’t break the bank. Great job with this. You may be helping those you haven’t intended too.
have you considered starting him with a launch pad, and pre-loading with chords in a major key to start? im a music teacher, i feel like if i was approached with this that would be my first. because if he can hit three keys with both, he can hit three chords with both or one chord with one etc... so he could easily learn chord progressions that way. tbh that might give him a leg up on people who play instruments like keys or guitar because you are skipping the physical learning (mostly just pain lol) and going straight to ear training.
awesome he has perfect pitch. i hope he can get this device as well!
@@seroquelchamber Hi! Yeah, I just recently got him an Akai pad but I don’t know the first thing to do to set it up in a way that would help him out. I just plug it in and open up GarageBand. It’s highly dependent on the screen so the visual impairment makes it really difficult. That’s what I like about this thing. It seems like it would be a lot easier to get to where I want.
@@boboso388 that’s so awesome! I hope you can find your kid the right device he needs to let him take his musical development to the next level!
@@boboso388 so what i would do is plug it from the DAW into a PA or amp, and you would work the visual side while he learns the sounds off the launch pad. youd have to load them yourself, but if you make the launchpad into what is essentially just an instrument for him and let him just focus on the sound. is there a way to have your computer do voice assist with garageband? i have autism (however i am almost 30 lol) so i have sensory proccessing issues which have led me to use DAW+midi or a launchpad in "sensory friendly" ways.... after i set up the DAW i pretty much dont look at it again. its what i do when i am playing live as well
@@boboso388 sorry i just love hearing about kids with talent and i want to help him access it bc since i also have some of my own problems i know what its like to feel held back by technology!
That first few seconds of the notes playing was pure bliss. Can't wait till this is released
0:20 - 0:34 could be (and please someone should be) the start of a mind blowing piece of music fr
Similar from the legend that is carl craig...
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@@applecore101 Not EXACTLY what you're looking for but I think you'd really like some of INZO's music (if you like the argpeggio from that section) and if it's the chords you will LOVE `aftertheparty`... in my completely uneducated opinion he has some of the best production in his music
@@applecore101 very simple chords. So simple that he just played the root note while a midi device did the rest of the voicings. But that also boxes you into one chord type unless you also want to map a button to change the chord type. But at that point just use a keyboard with more than one option
Pure bliss. Really?! WOW!!!
this instrument is the closest thing to what my brain does when making music; i have never cared about theory or chords, just numbers 💚 awesome demo and besides video
what an amazing and fresh way to go about controllers. seriously seems like an absolute great workflow for creating chord structures and simple bass lines
The only two features I would add is a small display screen showing what chord is being played so if you really like a chord you can go back and play with it more. And you should be able to assign the chord to a key through the small screen and database then save it. This would be extremely helpful!
Otherwise it's absolutely amazing. Great work. Can't wait till this goes retail and I can play with it.
agree. at the very least, show what chord is being playing.
i feel like that’s something you could do in whatever software you’re working with off the nopia. like when he shows the midi information in ableton at 5:12
@@mchalemartin265 yeah but theyre saying that they want to make it a standalone music instrument one day meaning they want to integrate stereo and access its own database i think. but its quite a nice improvement in price as long as they dont need to have that kind of visual interaction.
Yeah, plus a couple more octaves at least
@@davideatwell6577 i see it as an iphone as music instrument. pushing really hard on accesibility throughout the design and still delivering reliable quality, its definitely a refreshing sight
The most calming and aesthetically pleasing hardware demo I've seen. This is really cool!
Yeah I’m not even a musician and i was hooked
I can't wait for this to be out in the world. Artists who cannot afford production school are going to be able to apply and learn at the same time. Counting down days!
I don't know why, but this is one of the most aesthetic and calming videos I have seen on the internet recently. Its how the instrument looks, what music it produces, and the way of you calmly talk about all of it, makes me forget about all of stressfull things I have to worry about right now.
If you haven't already I think you'd enjoy getting into mechanical keyboards
Wish they sell a vst , oops sorry, they gotta target posers and sell expensive hardware.
That’s because it’s the color on the walls of a psych ward….ahh so I’m told
You don't know why? it's pretty obvious, Dude.
Feels like he got a vibe from Stanley Kubrick (not sure if that’s how you spell his name) Odyssey
"Oh wow" would just be an understatement. This is freakng amazing. Even me with no musical talent would like to play around this piece of hardware.
This is actually a pretty innovative layout. Hats off, haven’t seen a midi controller that’s genuinely inspiring in a while
first
@@EpiklyGuy?
dunno, maschine has this kinds of layouts with the maschine mk- just in a grid.
4:35 God I love that vocoder section I keep coming back to this video just to listen to that
Amazing! Light green instruments never miss
Yeah that’s where they screwed up with the DX7.
@@szupelak Mint green, surf green, seafoam green, light olive, sage, faded turquoise, lime, pistachio, whatever you call it, any instrument or pedal within this family of colour will sound better; it's just the law
Absolutely 100% true
@@7mint 🤣🤣😂
Which other instrument?
I'm a student filmmaker , and believe me I just accidentally stumbled upon this video and was completely and totally BLOWN AWAY. I'm going to buy this for sure!! and thanks to the makers because it is going to make my job so easy. You people have made music generation more feeling oriented than technical by making NOPIA .
If you plan on every movie you make sounding exactly like a Wes Anderson film
I agree.
Oh, calm down dork...
student, take note -- that jump cut at the beginning was super jarring :/
you wont get anywhere with this
4:37 made me tear up with Don't Go Changing. My first instrument was a Yamaha PSS170, purchased by my late grandparents, which had that as the demo song. Countless hours trying to learn Super Mario World songs at 5 years old on the warmth of their living room carpet; grandfather smoking his pipe, listening to Paul Harvey on his transistor, grandmother sipping cherry coke from a can through a striped straw & flipping through a Danielle Steel novel, their voices and living noises still faintly in my head. I've missed all of it. You just made those memories louder and clearer than they've been in a while. Thank you.
This is beautiful. ✨
Also. when you used the vocoder I laughed so hard because my first ever synth as a kid had 'Dont go changing' as it's main demo song. The memory is so visceral.
I'm a VST user, and a basic midi can take me where I need to go most of the time. Saying that, I find myself amazed at the simplicity the machine, and in awe of its limitlessness. I am definitely buying this!
Ive been wanting to get into music through VST. What kind of software do you use?
@@hanslim4031 hello, you asked him not me but, i particularly started with FL Studio and some very good (and free!) plugin from spitfire audio, LABS has a big variety of VST instruments and synths and other stuff that are very good for a start and even advanced production
@@hanslim4031 what does VST stand for
I always think of making music but I am overwhelmed by everything, this was explained simply enough and it just freaking worked and sounded great. And it's so compact and stylish even in prorotype stage!
Ever thought about... you know - trying harder? If you want it so much?
I didn't understand any of the note explanations...
It seemed to me that people who already know all the terminology probably don't need the explainer, and people who are unfamiliar with them - and perhaps a little dense - have no frame of reference to understand all this.
The graphs flashing by made it even worse. The sounds are nice and getting a feel for the relations between the buttons doesn't seem too daunting, but the clarifications have me looking for a different hobby.
@@ronnetgrazer362 to be fair, what he created here is most likely an expensive instrument that a very beginner would probably not be looking to purchase. Someone brand new to music and recording would probably not even be capable of using the instrument to its full capabilities
@@jetsetbetch Fair enough. I can improvise a second voice but whenever people start talking music theory my eyes just glaze over. Something needs to click but I'm not sure if I will live to see the day.
@@ronnetgrazer362 theres no right way to do it my friend, just make and do whatever and however you like :)
One of the purest, simplistic, yet complicated instrument I have ever seen and I am here for it! Bravissimo Martin damn!
It's the fifth time I watched this video and I can stop daydreaming about this instrument, I really really want to get my hands on this and jam with my friends :D
I actually love how there are no labels. I feel like words everywhere would clutter and deduct the aesthetic.
Would be cool to have label stickers included so you could add them if you wanted to
Lol you people are so lame
You know what else doesn't have words or labels? A real instrument.
@@fever7346great idea
@@rubenmborgesmusicthis isn’t your average instrument
The instrument has a real vaporwave aesthetic to it. I’m REALLY digging it
Lol I read vaporwear 😄
More like LoFi.
@@Benjamin-ml7sv Or just electronic with potential for being in other DnB music
@@phillemon7664 it's a midi controller.
Reminds me a lot of M83
Your voice is so calming! Combined with the synth and little musical snips it's so relaxing
Alo sou novato no seu canal amigo ❤😊😊
I AGREE.
duckarse
deadass fell asleep watching this the first time after a long day because of our soothing this is 😂
The aesthetic is so cool, even if it is just a prototype. I'd love to see the final result similar to this prototype with no labels and very simplistic. Then it could come with a manual for the user to learn it.
What the hell?! This is incredibly creative and this looks suuuuper fun. I swear something like this could help so many people create actual music rather than just fiddle around ad infinitum (which is also fun and there's nothing wrong with that). The looper part of the video had me bobbing my head already at the first chord loop because I already internally hear a bass/drum beat playing along with it in my mind. So good. I want one of these so bad, please let this become reality one day.
Sounds to me like a genre defining tool. There is already chord based electronic music like this, that does not take into account how independent voices in a harmony mold into one another melodically. It's certainly cool that someone would create this type of controller for those who want to recreate the aforementioned genre themselves. It's still largely generic with standard modes of operation from the perspective of a producer (no humanisation, slides or custom arpeggiation), so it's not terribly innovative. But it will perhaps make it easier for one person to perform or write accompaniment alone.
It's not so hard to make this actual tool using a mixture of free software midi plugins coupled with a free DAW or some sort of midi remote control, no strings attached. You could throw in a midi controller if you feel the need, but as composing tool in 2023, there really isn't any.
Another thing that would help so many people stop fiddling around and create actual music would be for them to learn how to actually play an instrument and learn some basics of music theory. I wish companies would stop developing software and gear that enables people to put together “music” without knowing the first thing about music.
Why does that really matter so much to you? Who cares if someone learns a bunch theory or sits down with an instrument for countless hours? How do you even determine how someone has learned enough theory or practiced enough hours to satisfy your requirements? do you personally investigate every musician and music creating individual you come upon to decide if what they create is indeed good music? I truly can’t wrap my head around this. I’ve played guitar for 15 years and studied plenty of theory and i could care less, if someone who doesn’t know shit about music can make a head moving beat touching piece of music with barely any background that’s fuckin awesome. Music being more accessible to different people of different backgrounds is ALWAYS a good thing. Not everyone everywhere can afford a nice instrument, or to spend hundreds of hours studying theory. People have lives, so only people with nothing to do but make music should be allowed? Stuff like this is perfect for someone who might want to express their self musically but is idk for example working two jobs and taking care of their elderly parents. I just hope a person like that never runs into someone as miserable as you. Good day
@@darwinsaye why?
@@darwinsaye i agree but think there is nothing wrong with having tactile tools to create and inspire.
You can learn an instrument and be good at it but if you want to create more you'll need to master a DAW and such and such.
Having tools that build chords and such sure makes you overlook the concepts and theory but there is not always a need to be a purist about music. Music is supposed to be fun firstly, not everyone wants to be Chopin or Hans Zimmer.
I've always been hesitant of giving music making a try since it seems so daunting to me, but maybe this will help me understand the music creation process better. I hope we can all get our hands on this! Wonderful work!
I started this time last year using Studio One as my DAW and watching Max Konyi here on UA-cam. He's an amazing music teacher that focuses on Studio One it is the most user friendly IMO
Give it a shot… the worst you can do is learn :)
Absolutely!! because the difficulty in the beginning is that everything we do sounds awful! 😢 the way this was designed is very encouraging for the clumsy beginners who love music but can’t handle the frustration of sounding terrible on the first few months
You couldn't get close to affording this. It's not music. It's looping. Get a keyboard that records. Inexpensive . Learn MIDI
As a graphic designer and also a producer, this thing is blessing both my eyes and ears at the same time.
I'd quit being a graphic designer mate
@@dawson5008 LOL truth
its looks ridiculous :)
@@Nobody-Nowhere that’s not what he’s insinuating… I think he’s saying that because of ai…. Maybe I’m wrong … but the actual device is phenomenal looking.. minimalist at best.
it looks like keyboawrd instrument drawn by AI with poor and scanty learning model (:
This seems like a perfect sensory instrument for kids to experiment with: A low barrier to entry with a high skill ceiling. The minimalism is also refreshing. Children deserve tools they can experiment with and learn from. The price is a bit steep for this use case, but I still find it interesting. Good luck.
Fabulous piece of kit, i can see it opening up a world of creative options to non musicians looking to expand there harmonic vocabulary , as well as actual musicians like myself who would just want one..
It’s a gimmick, looks cheaply made.
@@GardenGuy1942 it’s a prototype purely for proof of concept
@@GardenGuy1942 ive already thought of a lot of cool ways I could implement this into my everyday music making. It’s ok if you don’t like it or it doesn’t work for you but it’s not a gimmick because it doesn’t fit into the music you surround yourself with.
I've never made music in my life, mostly because I never learned an instrument and don't really know how to explore harmony. This device makes that so simple and intuitive I would LOVE to get one in my hands to start making music for the first time!
@@syed2194 shut up.
I have been blown away myself on how nicely put together this is. People that dont have any musical ideas would be able to make music too especially digital one.
As a person who has no idea about creating music, I am so impressed by how easy it looks. Im really craving for this to come out and try some shit
Wont give you talent
@@supme7558 U are absolutely right but its fairly simple to atleast produce some pleasing sounds.
@@eylooool i mean, like the other dude said, it wont give you talent... but it sure looks fun!
Yeah, THAT'S the fucking problem! 😑
OMG this is a game changer for a lot of producers.
Good luck, hope to see it as a standalone unit :)
why do you call it a game changer? it's just a control surface with a fancy way of saying it's triggering specific set midi instructions just like most control surface can do.. it's more about what it's set to control than anything. The design is horrendous looks like a kleenex box
@@DoctorDewgong amazed-bots over a midi controller. I think they fell into a trance with the rhetoric.
@@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 bro u seem really angry, hope u doin well
@@DoctorDewgong Helps streamline ideas, like an omnichord might
@@SamoNoisebleed hi emotional-bot :)
This sounds like an awesome ASMR video with the visuals, sounds, and narration. Keep making these! Good luck with your concept!
If/when this hits production I will be buying it IMMEDIATELY. Beautifully designed with lots of thought and attention put into its function and capabilities. This is going to be a game changer 🔥
Defo getting this. Mint
Well, labels would be nice 😅
Same!
Awesome! Can't wait to buy one!
@@g3cd nah. It’s better without em.
This thing is sick dude 🤯
Thanks 😊
@@whenIwasyoung-te9xv I would say, this is meant as a compliment here 🙂
It looks like Fisher-Price my first nurse's station, so in that sense, very sick. OTOH, it's a prototype.
My comment is supposed to be a compliment too. That's how this comment section rolls. As much as I'm against mentally commodifying chords as if they're fashion accessories, I still think this thing will be fun, unless the developer totally screws the pooch, which isn't yet off the table... so I'll subscribe and follow!
Don’t say thx like ur the one that made it stop impersonating ppl
@when I was young Calling things “sick” is a modern sickness.
this, once again, showed me how much i love music and tonal harmony and how i understand absolutely nothing about it. so excited to hear more music made with this, watching the video felt like a tingly dream that gave me goosebumps in the best way possible
This has so strong steven universe soundtracks vibe, that now i cant shake of the feeling that whole sound design of su was composed on this thing
This is such a brilliant design. I absolutely love the functionality and aesthetic of this. When you showed the looper I was blown away- icing on the cake. I spent years as a music teacher, and teaching harmony is my favorite aspect of that. Can’t wait to see where this project goes!
It would be a great design if the keys werent so crooked.
@@Immigrantlovesamerica it is the first prototype, cut them some slack 😂
I am a professional singer, A lot of musicians know the note, but they don’t know the cord progression. This is brilliant.
Then get good at pitch sense
hey, pro singer, it's a chord.
@@smrtn2441 uhm….if y’all read correctly I was NOT talking about a specific note or a specific chord I was talking about in general. Instead of scheming, read it again.. I did not specifically point out anything I was stating the awesomeness of the device as a whole. SMDH.
@@mieshacanb6967 UA-cam comments is where joy goes to die.
@@mieshacanb6967 the fact is that you spelled it wrong LOL
Your editing style is so good, I love it when people use more avant-garde transitions, and I swear, this is the most beautiful minimalist instrument I’ve ever laid eyes upon.
I keep hearing that one dream core song over and over when you play some chords
As someone who's made my living predominantly through designing and reproducing musical instruments over the last decade and a half... Hats off to you.
This randomly popped up in my feed and I clicked on it so quickly because of the beautiful and timeless design. It's a very nice and timeless look. Something one won't get tired of, something that can be added to... or taken away from.
I think the pastel color fits it well. There are a lot of incredible pastel colors used by guitar companies in the past.
Something I always enjoyed doing early in my career (around 2007) was to build reproduction of classic designs... But with a color swap.
So for example.... a double cut Les Paul junior painted in a matte/flay surf green, Daphne blue, or shell pink finish. Using bright pastel colors usually associated with vintage fender branded guitars... But on classic Gibson designs. Usually in a very matte, smooth, semi-transparent hand rubbed type oil finish.
Idk It was just visually interesting to me at the time and I was Just learning what I liked.
Would be great if this design were available in some type of DIY form. Where the boards or pre-programmed chips could be purchased from you, along with a design pack including templates and such.
Good luck to you and the process of getting this to market. With that huge influx of interest... I know from experience that can be a curse and very overwhelming. That type of pressure can stifle creativity and clear decision making... So I hope nothing but the best smooth sailing for you and all of those involved!
Interesting. This synth can inspire great ideas when one’s creative juices run dry. I also like the synth’s simple geometric design and mild color scheme. There isn’t a bunch of sliders and lights to distract from one’s creative flow. Nice job guys.
As someone who's always loved making music, but finds so much of it inaccessible with my disabilities (weak hands and poor finger dexterity, generally bad joints, difficulty holding myself upright or in any position for very long) this feels like it would let me make music again in an accessible way. I love it so much. 😯
I was watching jeff mills play on an old roland tr-909 (look up exhibitionist 909 workout) the other day thinking wow this guy's hands are WAY TOO HUGE FOR TODAY'S EQUIPMENT. As much as I love my tiny mobile equipment I think there's something to be said about nice controls that are spaced apart and large enough to feel
😂😂😂
Average post modern human
Really sorry to hear that, hope you succeed mate!
download reaper and quit complaining
Came for the music lesson, stayed for the motion and graphic design. Well done all around!
The synth is wonderfully conceived and the video beautifully written. I particularly like the line "the arpeggiator unfolds the chords." What a lovely way to put it
Idk it just feels like he’s using metaphor as a way to make simple concepts in music theory more complicated than they are. Like if I was a layman to music “unfolds the chords” makes literally no sense.
that's just... what the word means...
@@autumnchiu well yes I understand, it’s just not necessarily a good explanation of the word. Yes I’m being overly combative over a semantics. But idk I don’t think i would’ve understood what he meant. Personally speaking. And that is a pretty large bias. And plus this isn’t a music theory video and so you don’t want to go in-depth on a frankly un important subject.
And a particularly accurate one too.
@@meltingcolorsthatdontblend1982 I believe he's referring to it opening notes outside of what the chord is playing
omg I always think in C
This is DELICIOUS in every way
Agreed
precisely ❤
@@Kampfk3ksle you are right and wrong bro. Music is way more than just thinking in C - but thinking in C is also real music as there is no wrong music. You should rethink your comment.
I like writing in D
omg hello dodie! i had to pause you on spotify to watch this video but glad to see you're still around hahaha. it NEVER sounds like you think in C though! your music are always extra delicious and juicy already
"... composed of 360 chords..." Interesting. You could say you've gone full circle in your chords. 🙂How fitting. Some of us could literally spend hours upon hours messing around with such an instrument. Nicely done!
Thank you!!
came for the product design stayed for the chords, what a beautiful machine. i wanna sink my teeth in it
This thing is delightful! I agree with others that you should definitely offer a version that looks just like this, it's so clean and unassuming but full of life and potential. Can't wait to see where it goes! Much love
Alo sou novato no seu canal amigo ❤😊😊
This looks amazing! It would be so cool to pair this with a book or video series on music theory. I think this will make music creation and learning much more accessible and could lead to people seeking out more traditional instruments as their knowledge base increases. Aesthetically, it looks soo cool too. Count me in as a day 1 buyer. I can’t wait to see what future prototypes look like. Different colors would be amazing too! A guide for what software to interface with would be amazing too
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!!! This is seriously epic. Massive well done on this concept and cant wait for it to come to a final purchasable product.
😂
This isnt epic at all... bruh.. get real...
Lil bro, ☠️☠️@@Skinnamarink.
@@Skinnamarink. what made u think so?
@@littlelilly7480for $100 you could buy a 61-key midi keyboard and actually play music on it...
It's beautiful!! Love this!! That Venn diagram is a super nice touch at the end. The color and whitespace design is so complementary to it's purpose too. Take my money!! lol
dammnn i love this so much. normal synths always seemed so unintuitive and this is laid out exactly how i understand chords in my head.
this seems like something you could use in a jam session and I fucking love it. whats really cool is that you can use it with any VST synth, since its midi based. Very impressive man!
this is amazing. Even with no understanding of chord progressions or music theory anyone can make something good with this
I wish I could’ve used something like this when I was struggling to get a grasp of music theory as a kid when I was taking piano lessons. I hated piano class and only did it cause my family made me.
Please somebody tell me the chord at 3:26 I wanna know what chord that is !
haha!
That progression is something along the lines of:
| Fmaj7 | E7b13 | Am9 | Bbmaj7 | or
| VI | VM | I | bII | in A minor
Hope this helps you find the chord you're looking for!
@@martingrieco thank you so much !
Please keep the aesthetic it has currently, its so fantastic, add a color option or 2, meybe even keep it pastel. On visual alone i knew i wanted this and im sure TONS of other people feel the same
Wow, brilliant! This is exactly the kind of instrument and music-making tool that the market needs and that I would love. You've already covered so many things that no other instrument does. And the layout and design seems super intuitive. I would buy one right now if I could. Looking forward to seeing what happens next!
Oh by the way, please please please make the looper and arp functions able to slave to a MIDI clock source!
Unfortunately, with these independent creators, this stuff is usually too expensive for the average producer.
The Chompi is another viral sensation that sells for $599. I remember when the Monome first hit.
I definitely want both, but them I'm like "a couple racks for 2 things.... or... a BUNCH OF THINGS!" 😅
100% agree - it's already a must - have to me
Mark Mothersbaugh from DEVO would really dig this device. If I were you I would make sure he gets one. If he gives this the tick of approval well you have a BIG winner on your hands.
Nobody cares about devo
@@boobiedefloop6097 You are a single person on the internet, your opinion really means nothing. Having an infamous artist approve your device would be absolutely momentous.
Man if you don’t drop another spidertank!
Send one of these to Aphex Twin, A Guy called Gerald, Thom Yorke, Damon Albarn and Liam Howlett. - Marketing will take care of itself after that ;)
@@SeriouslySeriousGrim But.. your opinion really means nothing, either.
This device is not only a small music maker,
It has so much more to it.
Firstly It's aesthetic is calming relaxing and beautiful it's eye taking and has it's beautiful lime green color to it!
Secondly, The use of the device is endless and would take anyone in a music adventure. The sound it produces is relaxing and just perfect. It makes me feel like taking Nopia and relaxing in a warm modern room with breathtaking views of Japan.
I think that Nopia can seriously change the way people relax and take their time.
Looking forward to this device coming out.
Much love,
Noah.
Oh wow, Didn't expect you to like my comment!
Thank you so much!
looking forward to it's release!
Dude this is just completely Awesome, you didn't just remake something already on the market and I commend you for that, we need more ppl like you in this community, it feels like everybody wants to take the easy route when creating new tools they just repackage something that already exists. I see this being a big hit. You deserve it. Great work!
How has nobody copped its fake?
@@okidot We're obviously not as insightful as you. Please share, how do you know that it is fake?
Assuming this is fake, I don't get why they'd bother faking it, it is totally possible to make this; tech wise it is little more than a box with some cheap off the shelf components paired with some clever midi programming. Playbox by NI is essentially this in software form, hook that up to any input device (keyboard or even an xbox 360 controller) and map the midi. Hey presto, I have replicated what is in this video.
There is a basic website taking preorders and while it looks primitive, plenty of legitimate music gear comes from sites of a similar quality.
So please, englighten us, what is the glaringly obvious fact that we are missing?
@@bizarrefruit9133 I think you’re taking this very personal so maybe tone it down a bit lol
This was a scam from Instagram around 2020.
Just because you can’t see why this would be fake, isn’t the best reasoning to think it’s legit. There’s great incentive when people will throw their money at it.
You’ll struggle to find any solid information on this synth like the old ones.
I follow lots of small projects but this one has the hallmarks of a scam.
But hey each to their own, I’m giving a genuine warning to people, as I’d feel bad to see this and not highlight the reality
@@okidot But they're not asking for money, their website is very simple and only has an option to join a waitlist. Also, you're alleging that ti's fake so I think the onus is on you to prove the claim, not the other way around.
@@hudsonswartzman5860 I care, but not THAT much.
Love the idea of this, definitely something I could use. Also love the aesthetic, as lots of others have said, but also really like how intuitive it seems - it doesn't need labels on the controls, once you know them, you know them, easy. Look forward to seeing its development! 🙂
I feel like this would be a great instrument to play when feeling down / having a bad day, and just playing random cords and sounds together that sound nice ^-^
I got the concept you displayed so beautifully, and can see how valuable the Nopia could be for a composer or for live stage performance.
As someone who has limited music knowledge (learning to play piano and just starting to understand music theory lol) - chords as degrees makes so much sense to me. I've seen other midi reveal videos and I'm usually overwhelmed by them, but this approach is so digestible and I'm actually able to understand what you're doing. And the DESIGN! What a beaut.
Absolute genius 👏
Its amazing how people are creating their own hardware. This looks & sounds amazing!!!
The instrument is amazing, but I gotta say that Martin's voice is about the most soothing thing I've heard in a long time. It's like the perfect ASMR voice. Thanks!
I doubt it is his voice
I actually hated it 😂
Quite sure it’s not his voice
I found it annoying
Dude needs to bite an apple.
The balanced Hz and the clearity of the Tone and Bass are insane on this Instrument.
I struggled all my life with chords, and yeah I was a dance producer. This is absolute genius as someone slightly on the spectrum I love it
yup now i dont need to learn those weird jazz chords 😂
It’s fake
@@okidot what makes you say that?
@@whowhat2514 they're dropping that single comment all over this video, so probs just some little troll
I'm a classically trained musician and play bass guitar, drums and electric guitar but I've always struggled with trying to learn how to make digital music. I feel like this could be a great way to finally step into making digital music with minimal experience.
this looks like such a fun tool. can imagine losing myself in it and spending hours finding new sounds. incredible work.
I love how simple this is! I’ve always been fascinated by music production but not very knowledgeable. This looks like a great way for beginners to start and a great tool for experienced people as well! The patches you used in this video also were top tier, and the way it looked was so clean. 😮💨
My god this simplifies so many things. And all a gorgeous design too!
This is so cool. As someone who loves engineering and music design/theory, this is honestly unreal. I love this so much.
Que orgullo que sean de aca, vamos muchachos! Hermoso instrumento
pensé lo mismo cuando vi que era de Argentina el pibe, bien ahí!
MUCHAAAAACHOOOOOOS
@@GRMNCVS JAJAJJAJAJAJAJAJAA
Im not even a musician, but I'd buy this instantly....its like the perfect tool for making sketches and scribbles with.....at least for me! Well done
You just summed up the target market for this product: people who can’t play music and people who would buy things instantly. Congratulations on being that??????
@@ColonelPaynus lifes short - enjoy the little things, even if it only lasts a few minutes
Bot comment? Lol
@@bluvision79 real af
@@ColonelPaynus OK and?
The Bass workflow is such an innovative approach. Bravo to this!
If I had the money, I would totally get one of these. It looks incredible and sounds even better. Kudos for making something so unique!
I’m not a musician but I was lured in by the aesthetics of this video. It’s so pretty.
This is really beautiful -- both functionally and aesthetically. I REALLY hope you make it!
Came across This today! Signed up and can’t wait to see this go on sale! I’m not a seasoned producer but I can see where I would and can work with this mod.. LOVE the design, which is one of the reasons I clicked on the vlog! Looks and sounds SUPER COOL 😎.. keep up the good work guys ❤
As a classically trained jazz pianist, I still want this, I can see it being really helpful when playing live!
I've seen many keyboards that implement this, but this looks like one that doesn't seem too hard to operate. I can't wait until this comes out! I wish you and this product the best of success!
every DAW does this. FL Studio's is crazy, but many people don't knwo how to take advantage of it. This is just a nicely laid out hardware version.
@@likemostthings For someone like me who does not have any experience with it, it sure helps it look appealing. Especially when the video lays out everything for us.
@@likemostthings As he said in the video, the plan for the future would be to have this as a standalone instrument, so there's that.
I was so disappointed when I realized it wasn’t real!! 😭 this is amazing, it’s so simplistic and ethereal it’s just- beautiful. I really don’t know how you managed to pull this off but the second that this is out in the world I’m getting it 👀✨
At what point did they say it wasn’t real? When they said it was connected to Ableton?
If you like the autochord tech you can get an m audio oxygen mini for 120 bucks new.
it would just be a midi controller if it was real. It looks like garbage in general so I wondered if it was even a proper stucture under that non design.
@@toasteduranium not real as.. it's not a synth. It controls through midi. it's just a box with buttons and sliders.
@@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 no it's not, midi controllers have circuitry and programming and are way more than a "box with buttons."
I like how you explain things. Thanks for taking the effort!