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Drum Machine Pioneer Roger Linn's Newest Device

Posted March 11, 2011 8:57 AM

From Boing Boing:

Roger Linn is a legend of electronic music production. In 1979, he unleashed the first drum machine that employed digital samples of a real drum kit. The LM-1 was quickly embraced by the likes of Gary Numan, Prince, and Michael Jackson, shaping the pop sound of the 1980s. But what has Linn done for us lately? Turnstyle News has new video of Linn demonstrating his latest prototype, the tablet-esque LinnStrument.

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03/12/2011 11:21 AM

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!
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03/12/2011 2:23 PM

No more drinks on the keyboard, that's for sure

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03/12/2011 5:26 PM

I have a Black Box (M-Audio) effects setup that uses an Analog Devices DSP - it was designed by Roger Linn. Great control and lots of effects. I didn't really get much out of it until I got a decent tube amp and a guitar with quality pickups.

The Linnstrument is an inevitable product due to the advances in microelectronics and capacitance to digital technology.

Good on you, Roger!

The last rock band I was in was when I was in high school. I now have an audition on Wed. for a local band. I know my stuff, but I get nervous when performing (until I am "in"), so any prayers and advice are welcome.

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