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# Skoog
- URL: https://www.protein.xyz/skoog/
- Published: 2014-11-25T10:10:00.000Z
- Updated: 2016-06-14T12:30:34.000Z
- Description: A cube-shaped instrument that allows anyone to create and play their own tunes with a simple touch
- Author: Maks Fus Mickiewicz
- Tags: Seeds, Music, Technology, #protein, #Import 2024-06-11 13:25

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Music plays a major role in everyone’s daily life, whether it comes out from sleek earbuds, or from a retro vinyl player, we all intuitively know which type of tune we find most appealing. However, far fewer of us can actually play an instrument. This is where [Skoog](http://www.skoogmusic.com/?ref=protein.xyz) comes in.  
  
Developed by David Skulina and Ben Schogler, researchers at the University of Edinburgh, Skoog is a cube-shaped device that allows kids and adults alike, as well as visually impaired people, create musical compositions with a simple touch. The gadget contains a pressure sensor that detects not only where the Skoog is being touched, but also how it's being touched. This way, users can play the ”instrument” without having any technical or musical expertise. The device is also connected to two smartphone apps that enable users to edit, customise and play their sounds.  
  
The team has recently launched a crowdfunding campaign on [Indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/skoog-a-totally-new-kind-of-musical-instrument?ref=protein.xyz), so you can show your support and get your own Skoog at your doorstep for just £125.

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