Image Scanning Sequencer

The Image Scanning Sequencer transforms hand-drawn graphics into music using photo cells. The handheld scanner triggers MIDI notes based on what it’s picking up and plays haunting melodies accordingly.

The location of the detected ‘note’ sets the pitch of what is played, while the darkness controls the velocity of the notes. The scanner consists of a handheld device that holds a strip of photo cells. Between the scanner and the computer is a so-called Arduino, which is an open-source electronics prototyping platform that uses a variety of sensors to sense the environment.

Check out the video of some very strange music.

More info and a do-it-yourself guide can be found on the project’s website.

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(via digitalexperience.)

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