Knurl, a biodegradable electroacoustic cello

Knurl

is a music instrument made with 3d printing technology and Biodegradable material. Its electronic system is made with creative programming for live music performances. It is made by the composer and cellist Rafaele Andrade and inspired by the practice of anacoustic cello and modular synthesizers .  Comprising 16 cello strings representing a circle of 5th*s, the instrument employs sensors on its strings and rotation for its actions, dynamically remapped its actions by the live performer. Consequently, a touch on any string can evoke specific sounds, pauses, arrangements, or parameter adjustments, forging an immersive musical interaction. 

Its latest version contais:

  • Stereo signal

  • Capacitive strings

  • 8 faders

  • OLED screen for visualization

  • Baterry of 32 hours duration