Feel the Beat: Direct Manipulation of Sound during Playback

We present a tangible user interface for direct manipulation of sound during playback. The interface was inspired by observing DJs and musicians working with computers where looping of sound takes on an important role. Through exploration using hardware and software prototypes we have realized direct mapping of perceptually important sound parameters to a motorized slider, enabling users to monitor and manipulate sound during playback1 .

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2006
• Where: TABLETOP
• Authors: Tue Haste Andersen, Remo Huber, Adjan Kretz, Morten Fjeld
• Keywords: Important Sound Parameters, Sound Takes, TABLETOP 2006, Tangible User Interface