Thanks to everyone for your kind comments! It is so rewarding to see that an instrument I’ve created can bring a little musical joy into people’s lives.
Thank you for this, Roger! And thank you for all of your help in getting The Glide off the ground! You've been very generous with your knowledge and abilities, which I greatly appreciate.
@@KeithGroover Thanks, Keith. Please email me with a status update on The Glide, and with any questions. I’m happy to help. To all: I was a judge at Georgia Tech’s Guthman Musical Instrument Competition a few years back, and Keith won first prize with his innovative instrument “The Glide”. Check it out and maybe even buy one at www.theglide.com.
the Linnstrumen 128 must have been the best hardware purchase in my entire life. Not only, because of its note layout it allowed my to apply my experience on bass guitar to the MIDI world, it has been one of the most reliable pieces of gear I ever came across. 5 years counting: always on, almost daily use and it keeps on delivering without a compromise. Super powers, Roger!
Amazing journey indeed.... great creativity. It's a pure joy to play your Instrument and explore a totally new way to approach to music. BTW... the aesthetic of the LinnStrument deserves to be mentioned as well..... there's something really attractive in its minimalistic design.
I absolutely love this instrument. I simply can't separate myself from it. The only thing that is better than a Linnstrument is really two Linnstruments. It is also really appreciated in the family. My grandfather is smitten by it, and my mom is learning scales in a speed she never thought was imaginable.
I followed his development via his public postings on this from the get-go. Didn't have the dollars at the initial first 50 offering, but I got in the next 50 (serial #00068). Best controller I've ever used to date, and that's since 2014. The controller just makes total sense to use, if you know both keyboard chords and guitar chords. A perfect marriage. The ongoing support and personal contact from both Roger and constant (even this year!, 2023!) firmware updates from software guru Geert Bevin is unprecedented in both product longevity and legacy. I also did a workshop on the LinnStrument and its development at Electro-Music Festival 2015 (now NEEMFest), as best I could, also in explaining poly aftertouch back then. Now, it's becoming a household terminology in the synth world, with MPE. :)
As a career guitarist who also plays synths, I can honestly say that the LinnStrument changed my life profoundly for the better. I literally can't imagine having to go back the keys at this point. Thank you, Roger. ;) Cheers!
Hi Roger, what struck me in your tale is its totality. The combination of creativity, technical skills, entrepreneurship, positive interaction with people and the management of this beautiful project, with its amazing end result. A nice example on how STEM skills help procreate emotions through music.
I still believe the linnstrument is the closest contemporary tool available to general public that captures the wonder and joy of using analog instruments, bringing dynamic play back to my own electronic music making. Truly brilliant.
Have you ever considered making a version of the linnstrument that has more of a layout similar to the Haken Continuum? It seems like your manufacturing method and technology would make that a relatively straightforward task. Of course, I'm not sure if Lippold has a patent on that specific layout/functionality. Either way, thanks for making such a fantastic and reliable product. I remember when you presented that original proof of concept video, and was so excited to see it be released, and was then crushed when you revealed that the company got bought by Amazon, and the project was in limbo!
Thanks for the suggestion. I think Continuum is great as it is, and I like the pitch layout of LinnStrument, so I wouldn’t a LinnStrument with the Continuum form factor. Both instruments have their merits, and Lippold Haken and I are good friends on the same path: to show musicians there is more to music than on/off switches.
Thank you so much for sharing this! It shows what an amazing creation you can make when you combine creativity and engineering. I love my LinnStrument!
Just wanted to tell you that I really appreciate your insight into coming up with a controller so ahead of its time. You were on the MPE game far before anyone else was, as always revolutionizing this little thing of ours! It's so fantastic to see that you're still out there experimenting with prototyping and arduinos and random little bits of tech you have to MacGuyver together for the crazy ideas you want to see come to life. Thank you for everything!
Roger Linn is a legend and helped to shape modern music. Would be awesome if he would figure out a way to make a new Linn drum machine/ sampler/sequencer that would respect the Linn and MPC lines but also dive into the newest technology as well. 🙌🙌
I can’t wait to try this with serum, and cobalt module. And many synths! I’m making decisions for my live set up and am berms much considering the linnstrument being a major part. I like future bass , French house , and progressive trance is my favorite genre , but my musical background has a lot of jazz influence , guitar and trumpet. I love to just play lead. I thought I’d share my lifelong dream instrument with you, and the comment section. If I had the money I’d like to build a giant piano, as big as possible. So large it would have a high quality simulated hammer action keys. When I say giant I mean it, I have yet to do the engineering math on how the coils would be wound but I’m wanting bass notes under great tension , large hammers with likely electric or pneumatic action in order to get the striking force. I don’t know if it would all work out , if you can get close to a pianos range in drastically upscaled wound piano wires, but it’s a dream none the less. It would be on the scale of a large organ so it would be built into a venue or designed to be played in an amphitheater if it were portable. It could be upright if built into a venue to save space (the back of a church or hall in the middle ) . Alternatively a upscaled harpsichord could also be interesting and more feasible as it’s smaller to begin with .
Having watched and enjoyed just before I go to bed, looking at the beautiful simplicity of construction I can't help but notice there is a small vacant space underneath the main boards created by the Midi jacks, currently only filled with the silica. I do wonder if a dedicated synthesiser or sound module and even battery pack could be placed inside to make the LinnStrument completely portable and wireless! I'm yet to own one (still saving up) but I am still in awe at how simple but innovative it is.
Thank you for sharing this story with us Roger - it was fascinating. There's a lot of interesting design packed into the Linnstrument! I'm still getting to know mine at this point; I'm not a guitarist but it's helping me to get away from my keyboardist approach and find new ways to make music. You've brought a lot of creative inspiration to a lot of people.
Very interesting video! I had no idea that you do the quality control yourself, that really gives it a personal touch. Thanks for testing my LinnStrument!
Thank you roger that was hugely insightful! would love to see this type of video for all your products! great to see the production phases and your thought patterns about the design process.
This instrument is a game changer for me, thank you so much Roger :) Now I'm hoping for a next iteration, or maybe a "mini" version? Something more the size of the Oxi One sequencer (same number of pads in a much smaller package) with a battery, but the same sensors. This would be great for a more compact or portable midi controller!
@@RadicalCaveman The Oxi One has 128, but I'd say without the control cluster on the left, you could probably get 200 pads in the same size enclosure. Having a (more) portable Linnstrument would be amazing, and I don't think fingering would be too big a problem with smaller pads.
Yes, but then you couldn’t change the scale light positions in order to light other scales, or show guitar neck dots, and you couldn’t visual identify the keyboard Split point or move it, or you couldn’t light each scale note in a different color, or the many other ways that individuals have chosen to customize LinnStrument to their personal interests. Note that you can simply turn the lights off if you don’t like them, and either paint the silicone or place a custom-printed sheet below it to show through to the surface.
What a lovely overview of this historic instrument (and what a a great guy; why is it that people in this industry either seem to be such generous people…or complete assholes?) It would be interesting if there was some kind of mistake at the assembly factory and they accidentally combined a Linnstrument with a Buchla system…maybe an Easel with installed Linnstrument…just saying…)
Thanks to everyone for your kind comments! It is so rewarding to see that an instrument I’ve created can bring a little musical joy into people’s lives.
Thank you for this, Roger! And thank you for all of your help in getting The Glide off the ground! You've been very generous with your knowledge and abilities, which I greatly appreciate.
@@KeithGroover Thanks, Keith. Please email me with a status update on The Glide, and with any questions. I’m happy to help.
To all: I was a judge at Georgia Tech’s Guthman Musical Instrument Competition a few years back, and Keith won first prize with his innovative instrument “The Glide”. Check it out and maybe even buy one at www.theglide.com.
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@@KeithGroover that is cool! :)
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You are a diamond of a human being! Thank you for sharing your story. It's inspiring to hear the journey from idea to product.
Thank you!
the Linnstrumen 128 must have been the best hardware purchase in my entire life. Not only, because of its note layout it allowed my to apply my experience on bass guitar to the MIDI world, it has been one of the most reliable pieces of gear I ever came across. 5 years counting: always on, almost daily use and it keeps on delivering without a compromise. Super powers, Roger!
Thanks!
Amazing journey indeed.... great creativity. It's a pure joy to play your Instrument and explore a totally new way to approach to music. BTW... the aesthetic of the LinnStrument deserves to be mentioned as well..... there's something really attractive in its minimalistic design.
I absolutely love this instrument.
I simply can't separate myself from it.
The only thing that is better than a Linnstrument is really two Linnstruments.
It is also really appreciated in the family.
My grandfather is smitten by it, and my mom is learning scales in a speed she never thought was imaginable.
I'm so proud to own one. It is nice to hear the story... I love the product and people behind it even more now.
Thanks Roger fascinating insight
So smartly made!
I followed his development via his public postings on this from the get-go. Didn't have the dollars at the initial first 50 offering, but I got in the next 50 (serial #00068). Best controller I've ever used to date, and that's since 2014. The controller just makes total sense to use, if you know both keyboard chords and guitar chords. A perfect marriage.
The ongoing support and personal contact from both Roger and constant (even this year!, 2023!) firmware updates from software guru Geert Bevin is unprecedented in both product longevity and legacy.
I also did a workshop on the LinnStrument and its development at Electro-Music Festival 2015 (now NEEMFest), as best I could, also in explaining poly aftertouch back then. Now, it's becoming a household terminology in the synth world, with MPE. :)
Amazing story about the development of this instrument.
As a career guitarist who also plays synths, I can honestly say that the LinnStrument changed my life profoundly for the better. I literally can't imagine having to go back the keys at this point. Thank you, Roger. ;) Cheers!
me too! I'm a violinist and synth player and the LinnStrument has opened up so many possibilities for me.
What a great video. And great timing for me, as I wait for my first Linnstrument to arrive this week!
Welcome to the LinnStrument community.
You are a genius Roger 😊
Thank you for your kind compliment.
Hi Roger, what struck me in your tale is its totality. The combination of creativity, technical skills, entrepreneurship, positive interaction with people and the management of this beautiful project, with its amazing end result. A nice example on how STEM skills help procreate emotions through music.
I still believe the linnstrument is the closest contemporary tool available to general public that captures the wonder and joy of using analog instruments, bringing dynamic play back to my own electronic music making. Truly brilliant.
Great video Roger, and really nice to hear your design story!
That was super interesting, thanks for digging into the whole thing and sharing everything
very cool. I like mine a lot.
It’s not hard to compliment genius
Rogers such a great guy, humble and a genius
Have you ever considered making a version of the linnstrument that has more of a layout similar to the Haken Continuum? It seems like your manufacturing method and technology would make that a relatively straightforward task. Of course, I'm not sure if Lippold has a patent on that specific layout/functionality.
Either way, thanks for making such a fantastic and reliable product. I remember when you presented that original proof of concept video, and was so excited to see it be released, and was then crushed when you revealed that the company got bought by Amazon, and the project was in limbo!
Thanks for the suggestion. I think Continuum is great as it is, and I like the pitch layout of LinnStrument, so I wouldn’t a LinnStrument with the Continuum form factor. Both instruments have their merits, and Lippold Haken and I are good friends on the same path: to show musicians there is more to music than on/off switches.
Happy LinnStrument owner, always a joy to look behind the scenes at how the sausage is made.
Very interesting, thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing this! It shows what an amazing creation you can make when you combine creativity and engineering. I love my LinnStrument!
Just wanted to tell you that I really appreciate your insight into coming up with a controller so ahead of its time. You were on the MPE game far before anyone else was, as always revolutionizing this little thing of ours!
It's so fantastic to see that you're still out there experimenting with prototyping and arduinos and random little bits of tech you have to MacGuyver together for the crazy ideas you want to see come to life. Thank you for everything!
Nice. I've enjoyed my Linnstrument 128 for over a year now.
Thank you for this wonderful overview. It is very interesting to know how this wonderful Linnstrument was developed. Thank you very much 🌻
Roger Linn is a legend and helped to shape modern music. Would be awesome if he would figure out a way to make a new Linn drum machine/ sampler/sequencer that would respect the Linn and MPC lines but also dive into the newest technology as well. 🙌🙌
Roger Linn! 🙌💯🙏 respect!
I can’t wait to try this with serum, and cobalt module. And many synths!
I’m making decisions for my live set up and am berms much considering the linnstrument being a major part.
I like future bass , French house , and progressive trance is my favorite genre , but my musical background has a lot of jazz influence , guitar and trumpet.
I love to just play lead.
I thought I’d share my lifelong dream instrument with you, and the comment section.
If I had the money I’d like to build a giant piano, as big as possible. So large it would have a high quality simulated hammer action keys. When I say giant I mean it, I have yet to do the engineering math on how the coils would be wound but I’m wanting bass notes under great tension , large hammers with likely electric or pneumatic action in order to get the striking force.
I don’t know if it would all work out , if you can get close to a pianos range in drastically upscaled wound piano wires, but it’s a dream none the less. It would be on the scale of a large organ so it would be built into a venue or designed to be played in an amphitheater if it were portable. It could be upright if built into a venue to save space (the back of a church or hall in the middle ) .
Alternatively a upscaled harpsichord could also be interesting and more feasible as it’s smaller to begin with .
Having watched and enjoyed just before I go to bed, looking at the beautiful simplicity of construction I can't help but notice there is a small vacant space underneath the main boards created by the Midi jacks, currently only filled with the silica. I do wonder if a dedicated synthesiser or sound module and even battery pack could be placed inside to make the LinnStrument completely portable and wireless!
I'm yet to own one (still saving up) but I am still in awe at how simple but innovative it is.
Just love my Linnstrument! Thank you, Roger!
You have brought so much joy to my life with your brilliance! Thank you so much.
Thank you for sharing this story with us Roger - it was fascinating. There's a lot of interesting design packed into the Linnstrument! I'm still getting to know mine at this point; I'm not a guitarist but it's helping me to get away from my keyboardist approach and find new ways to make music. You've brought a lot of creative inspiration to a lot of people.
thank you.
This is so wonderful… thank you
Very interesting video! I had no idea that you do the quality control yourself, that really gives it a personal touch. Thanks for testing my LinnStrument!
Thank you for sharing your insight, Linn!
It’s a wonderful thing-love mine! Thank you, Roger!
Man, still out there innovating. Thanks for sharing these details. Super fascinating to maker geeks like myself!!
Very cool! Thank you Roger. I'm looking forward to getting a LinnStrument at some point.
This is such a powerful video for makers!
Thank you roger that was hugely insightful! would love to see this type of video for all your products! great to see the production phases and your thought patterns about the design process.
Unfortunately, he never posted on RUclips when he invented the LinnDrum.
Loved this video. Explains a lot.
This instrument is a game changer for me, thank you so much Roger :) Now I'm hoping for a next iteration, or maybe a "mini" version? Something more the size of the Oxi One sequencer (same number of pads in a much smaller package) with a battery, but the same sensors. This would be great for a more compact or portable midi controller!
When you say "same number of pads," do you mean 200 or 128?
@@RadicalCaveman The Oxi One has 128, but I'd say without the control cluster on the left, you could probably get 200 pads in the same size enclosure. Having a (more) portable Linnstrument would be amazing, and I don't think fingering would be too big a problem with smaller pads.
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Are LEDs a must? Could paint the silicone, and have it ultra thin.
Yes, but then you couldn’t change the scale light positions in order to light other scales, or show guitar neck dots, and you couldn’t visual identify the keyboard Split point or move it, or you couldn’t light each scale note in a different color, or the many other ways that individuals have chosen to customize LinnStrument to their personal interests. Note that you can simply turn the lights off if you don’t like them, and either paint the silicone or place a custom-printed sheet below it to show through to the surface.
Can you disclosure which company manufactured the sensor for you?
Sure: tangio.ca
@@rogerlinndesign Thanks :)
What a lovely overview of this historic instrument (and what a a great guy; why is it that people in this industry either seem to be such generous people…or complete assholes?) It would be interesting if there was some kind of mistake at the assembly factory and they accidentally combined a Linnstrument with a Buchla system…maybe an Easel with installed Linnstrument…just saying…)
If u made a new MPC I would b first 2 buy it😊
Hack the planet!
Awesome video 😊
Hello Roger
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