[Andy]: Gotta say, when I edited this video I thought this should be Best in Show. There's always lots of shiny new toys at Namm vying for attention (and your wallet) but this really gets to the heart of music in every sense. Massive props to Boaz, I wish him every success
I think that it's the best development of any that I've seen or heard at this year's NAMM/Buchla And Friends. I am disabled myself and many people I know could benefit from this hugely.
I was looking at several of your vids about NAMM and Buchla Friends, and I must say as very much interesting by the synth scene, I felt more and more underwhelmed by what was presented (and by the show people being sometimes awkward, or even resolutely feeling salesman ish...) But This! This is the first genuine stuff, with a real purpose, that you cover and not another toy, and another toy, and another, adding nothing to what already exists... Thanks Nick to have stop by Boaz! And I could add, in the global geopolitical context, this is a most welcome way to think and go :-). Best in Show +1!
First off: Boaz is a gatdamn saint!! His desire for ANYONE of any skill, mobility or state to be able to play a guitar should be emulated across the board. Secondly, Nick. Amigo, massive props to you for giving Boaz some time, and for bringing his work to the world at large. As a retired preschool teacher who has worked with children of all abilities, hellz yea, man. You are a King!! An absolute legend!! I've contacted them to see if I can help get these instruments into the school I worked at!!!
this is fantastic good for them! im pretty disabled myself and something like this gives me hope that maybe i wont totally lose all music making when my hands can't handle keyboards and pad smashing anymore
This is great. I have Parkinsons and have done quite a bit of work creating my own solutions with sensors, etc. and this is a really good physical solution. Its real and very useful. Great stuff !
I absolutely love this. Anything that allows more people to express themselves through music is a wonderful thing, and it is touching to see someone having put so much effort and innovative thought into including more people in that part of the human experience.
As someone that is handicap (back issue), I understand some of the limitations someone can face. Luckily I can still use my hand well, but I imagine how frustrating it could be to someone that could not… music is an international language, it’s something everybody enjoys. So it’s fantastic that with this guy, it would make music accessible to people that might have some kind of limitations and/or special needs. Kudos to him to actually make such products. It gives me hope again in humanity.
@@d-zone Well at least you’re not calling him a liar like you did that other rep from Yum Audio. Totally out of order and unjustified! I’m still waiting on your apology Andre…hopefully you’ll get around to it soon.
Since some of our customers have involuntary movement, we designed the Arcana Strum to be robust. It underwent drop-testing from 3 feet to make sure all aspects of the instrument keep working after taking a fall.
@@ArcanaInstrumentsyou should have a few classrooms play with the instrument. 3 to 5 year Olds of all abilities receive huge benifets for creating but struggle with the skills needed. This looks perfect.
I don't want to rain on everyones parade here; I totally agree that this is a great idea allround. However, it's $1450... I have to say, that seems utterly preposterous to me.
I agree. I am a musician and disability support worker. I have never had a disabled client that would have been able to afford this. Part of the thing about an accessible instrument to people with disabilities is that the price has to be accessible to them... I may just spend a weekend making my own to use with my clients.
@@TarasMusicChannel Yes that's exactly my perspective. I appreciate that this is a small, young company and things really are just expensive right now, but, I strongly believe and feel like this product could and should be much more affordable.
@apostrotastrophe1 100% agree. The price is ridiculous for what it is. I get that they had to spend a fair bit on injection moulds but everyone does. At that sort of price you would expect at least a built in sound engine not require an ipad. I also can only think of one former client that would have been able to set all of that up on their own. To be honest, the chorda would be a much better instrument for most people with disabilities.
@@TarasMusicChannel The Instrument is produced in small batches and is not injection molded (yet), which makes it even more expensive. Adding a built-in sound engine, means more processing power, more amplification, decent speakers and a bigger battery to support playing in room volume without a daily charge. All these increase the cost of manufacturing, and add regulation hurdles which can create problems when shipping or traveling with the instrument in airplanes.
@@TarasMusicChannel The chorda is cool but is far from accessible. To change sounds and modes you are required to press multiple extremely small buttons simultaneously. Have you played the chorda?
There many differences between the omnichord and the Strum. The Arcana Strum was designed from the ground up to be played by everyone. One example: the omnichord has small buttons that many people with disabilities cannot operate. The Strum has big spaced buttons (like elevator buttons) that people can control with their thumb or elbow. Other examples: The stick can be adjusted for variable tension to fit a persons muscular ability. The keys can pivot to different hand positions. The width of the instrument was designed to fit between the handles of a standard wheel chair, so people can play with the instrument on their lap. Graphics and controls are high-contrast to assist visually impaired players. .... and more
[Andy]: Gotta say, when I edited this video I thought this should be Best in Show. There's always lots of shiny new toys at Namm vying for attention (and your wallet) but this really gets to the heart of music in every sense. Massive props to Boaz, I wish him every success
I'd love to see a follow up story or review on the site/channel.
I think that it's the best development of any that I've seen or heard at this year's NAMM/Buchla And Friends. I am disabled myself and many people I know could benefit from this hugely.
I was looking at several of your vids about NAMM and Buchla Friends, and I must say as very much interesting by the synth scene, I felt more and more underwhelmed by what was presented (and by the show people being sometimes awkward, or even resolutely feeling salesman ish...) But This! This is the first genuine stuff, with a real purpose, that you cover and not another toy, and another toy, and another, adding nothing to what already exists... Thanks Nick to have stop by Boaz! And I could add, in the global geopolitical context, this is a most welcome way to think and go :-). Best in Show +1!
Wonderful! A lot of new musicians are going to be happy from this!
Music accessibility products are absolutely fantastic. Bravo!
This literally made me cry. Best in show of NAMM too.
people are still awesome !
thanks for this ❤
Got to be the best instrument of the show.
Wow 😮this is an empathy lesson. 1000% respect 💚
First off: Boaz is a gatdamn saint!! His desire for ANYONE of any skill, mobility or state to be able to play a guitar should be emulated across the board. Secondly, Nick. Amigo, massive props to you for giving Boaz some time, and for bringing his work to the world at large. As a retired preschool teacher who has worked with children of all abilities, hellz yea, man. You are a King!! An absolute legend!!
I've contacted them to see if I can help get these instruments into the school I worked at!!!
This is so heart warming, I will share this link and inform some Dutch healthcare institutions about this product. Brilliant man, thank you!
Just wow! What a beautiful thing and what a teriffic gentleman. Love, love, love!
Sir .... I think you deserve a Nobel prize
this is fantastic good for them! im pretty disabled myself and something like this gives me hope that maybe i wont totally lose all music making when my hands can't handle keyboards and pad smashing anymore
@@kassie2k4 have you tried the chorda? It's all capacitive touch thus only needs a light touch.
Thanks Nick and Andy for stopping by and posting this amazing review!
This is so cool. This guy and his company are incredible ❤
This man looks forward, you have all my admiration and love
give this man grants!
Mate.. Love it.. So good to see inventions that allow access for all. Especially music.. Its in all of us.
Thank you so much good human being .
This is great. I have Parkinsons and have done quite a bit of work creating my own solutions with sensors, etc. and this is a really good physical solution. Its real and very useful. Great stuff !
Fantastic innovtion! He deserves massive recognition so he can get what he needs to roll this out!
What an amazing idea for a product. I hope they have a lot of success with this.
That's brilliant! What a great product.
Excellent ideas and products. Well done !
Amazing invention- great idea to bring music to everyone 😊
Amazing ... what a great mission!
Lovely! The world needs more people with empathy and will to change this for the better.
Bravo Boaz!!
Great stuff! Thanks for showing this; it could so easily have flown under the radar! Good job Nick! ❤
I absolutely love this. Anything that allows more people to express themselves through music is a wonderful thing, and it is touching to see someone having put so much effort and innovative thought into including more people in that part of the human experience.
Lovely chap and a wonderful bit of kit. I salute you!
Amazing idea, you are indeed making the world a more enjoyable place for many less fortunate people ❤❤❤ I wish a lot of success with this product!
cant wait to review this equipment
This is so awesome!!!!!! Best of Namm25
absolutely fantastic
awesome stuff man 🙏
Proud of you my brother❤
Outstanding
Beautiful product 🙌
As someone that is handicap (back issue), I understand some of the limitations someone can face. Luckily I can still use my hand well, but I imagine how frustrating it could be to someone that could not… music is an international language, it’s something everybody enjoys. So it’s fantastic that with this guy, it would make music accessible to people that might have some kind of limitations and/or special needs. Kudos to him to actually make such products. It gives me hope again in humanity.
Great job. I wish you all the success in the world. ❤
This is the biggest game changer in music for a long time. This man is a legend
Proper warms the cockles, that does.
SAINT BOAZ, what a don to push this into fruition, all the most investment and expansion for this innovation , God bless him and his team.
This is coolest thing I have seen at NAMM 2025
Wonderful. You sir are a splendid human
This is so good to see. Great job.
This is an absolutely lovely design, and I hope this is a great a success as it deserves to be.
Great concept and implementation!
This is absolutely superb. Bravo!
Marvelous idea!
Incredible. So inspiring.
This is amazing ❤
This is really innovative an inspiring to see
Really cool device!!
Brilliant!
Brilliant concept
Best in show.
Bravo ❤❤❤
Awesome dude
So rad❤❤❤❤
thank you
What a god sent chap this is, I'm totally stunt.
A great creative tool for toddlers also… for easy gratification of making sounds
❤❤❤ Great work ..
Accessible design is design for all.
Amazing guy, amazing idea.....
Horrible price range
@@Shayzare Items made for those with disabilities often are, unfortunately
@@d-zone Well at least you’re not calling him a liar like you did that other rep from Yum Audio. Totally out of order and unjustified! I’m still waiting on your apology Andre…hopefully you’ll get around to it soon.
Impressive
Very nice! The leds near the joystick should be pushable for triggering single strings also.
cool idea :)
❤
wow
❤💯❤
This would work for 3 to 5 year old kids. The only issue is they are tiny but they can destroy just about anything without even trying.
Since some of our customers have involuntary movement, we designed the Arcana Strum to be robust. It underwent drop-testing from 3 feet to make sure all aspects of the instrument keep working after taking a fall.
@@ArcanaInstrumentsyou should have a few classrooms play with the instrument. 3 to 5 year Olds of all abilities receive huge benifets for creating but struggle with the skills needed. This looks perfect.
@@MarcTelesha Please connect us with schools and teachers. We'll start a pilot program and see how goes.
Beautiful.....can it work without computer or wifi?
The Arcana Strum sends Bluetooth MIDI, so it can connect to any iOS or Android device wirelessly. No internet connection needed.
I don't want to rain on everyones parade here; I totally agree that this is a great idea allround. However, it's $1450... I have to say, that seems utterly preposterous to me.
I agree. I am a musician and disability support worker. I have never had a disabled client that would have been able to afford this. Part of the thing about an accessible instrument to people with disabilities is that the price has to be accessible to them... I may just spend a weekend making my own to use with my clients.
@@TarasMusicChannel Yes that's exactly my perspective. I appreciate that this is a small, young company and things really are just expensive right now, but, I strongly believe and feel like this product could and should be much more affordable.
@apostrotastrophe1 100% agree. The price is ridiculous for what it is. I get that they had to spend a fair bit on injection moulds but everyone does.
At that sort of price you would expect at least a built in sound engine not require an ipad. I also can only think of one former client that would have been able to set all of that up on their own.
To be honest, the chorda would be a much better instrument for most people with disabilities.
@@TarasMusicChannel
The Instrument is produced in small batches and is not injection molded (yet), which makes it even more expensive.
Adding a built-in sound engine, means more processing power, more amplification, decent speakers and a bigger battery to support playing in room volume without a daily charge. All these increase the cost of manufacturing, and add regulation hurdles which can create problems when shipping or traveling with the instrument in airplanes.
@@TarasMusicChannel
The chorda is cool but is far from accessible. To change sounds and modes you are required to press multiple extremely small buttons simultaneously. Have you played the chorda?
basically just a shittier omnichord
There many differences between the omnichord and the Strum. The Arcana Strum was designed from the ground up to be played by everyone. One example: the omnichord has small buttons that many people with disabilities cannot operate. The Strum has big spaced buttons (like elevator buttons) that people can control with their thumb or elbow. Other examples: The stick can be adjusted for variable tension to fit a persons muscular ability. The keys can pivot to different hand positions. The width of the instrument was designed to fit between the handles of a standard wheel chair, so people can play with the instrument on their lap. Graphics and controls are high-contrast to assist visually impaired players. .... and more
some real use cases ua-cam.com/video/yN4vO-J4BsQ/v-deo.html