Makuake, a support shopping service, regularly holds events where you can try out the latest tools. Not only are there products in progress that have not yet arrived in the hands of support customers, but there are also products that have not yet been delivered to support customers.
Last time (held in July)After that, GetNavi paid member service “Get Navi SalonI participated in a test session with members of “. We will introduce a selection of products that were on display.
Good news for beginners in music production. A music production tool that suggests chords
The first thing we introduce is the music production gear “Chordcat,” presented by AlphaTheta, a company known worldwide for DJ equipment and software. GetNavi Salon members and I, who recently started exploring music production, found ourselves drawn to this product because it allows you to compose music with the push of a button.
Akihiro Furuya from AlphaTheta’s New Business Development Department explained how to use the product.
According to Furuya, “I want to help people who give up in music production because of the difficulty of learning music theory, running out of ideas, difficulty operating instruments and DTM software, etc. . This is the idea behind this tool.
In particular, what kind of design and functions will it help beginners?
“Chord Cruiser” chord praise function
The real draw of Chordcat is its suggestion function, which suggests chords. Just by entering a single chord, the light on the pad to the right of the output will suggest several chords that lead smoothly musically.
You can create a song naturally just by pressing the suggested chord button, which greatly reduces the barriers to creating a song. Even if you feel like you’re stuck in a rut when it comes to songwriting, Chordcat might suggest a new path you never thought of…! ?
4×4 buttons that allow you to visually organize sounds
The 4 x 4 buttons to the left of the output are 16th notes, and you can save notes on each numbered button.
Even if it is difficult to create songs such as playing in real time or input DTM, you can create songs intuitively by pressing the button and arranging the sounds like a puzzle.
In addition, it is also equipped with a “running management function”. When playing songs created with Chordcat, you can control the order of progression of the songs. For example, instead of playing normally (1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5…), it can be played directly (1 → 5 → 9 → 13 → 2 → …) or clockwise (1 → 2 → 3 →4→ 5 → 12…), you can create a new unexpected chord progression, or create rhythms of different genres from a single rhythm phrase, expanding the range of song production .
Chordcat is equipped with around 150 types of sounds, so you can listen to and compare the sounds of different types of instruments.
The terminals that can be connected are as shown in the image.
↑ During the test session, the earphone jack was connected to the speaker.
You can connect it to other devices via USB or MIDI to create tones, or input it on your computer, or you can create a version of your song on Chordcat and finish it on your PC. You can also connect headphones or earphones.
It runs on AA batteries or a portable battery, and its compact size makes it easy to carry. For example, you may be able to improve your songwriting by changing your environment, not only at home, but also at a coffee shop or park.
The project is expected to run on Makuake until December 10th, and from November 11th, you can buy support from 29,700 yen (tax included).Click here for details). The target amount has already been achieved, which shows the high level of interest.
Comment from GetNavi member Salon Yu
The size and price are great! A long time ago, I tried to buy a music production machine that only had pads, but at that time it was difficult for me to tell which sound was going where because it only looked like pads. This is very easy to understand. This item is recommended not only for beginners but also for those who are serious about making music.
Enjoy a proven hot cause with ease approved by professionals at home.
The next item we will focus on is the “Kanmakase” presented by home appliance maker Koizumi Seiki. This warm warmth allows you to enjoy a delicious treat that even professionals at home approve of. By coming across this product, the way the author and other members of GetNavi Salon enjoy drinking alcohol has been taken to the next level.
At the test session, we were served by Kamikame Sake Brewery, which was in charge of “Kanmakase.” It is delicious even at room temperature, but when warmed using “Kanmakase,” the flavor is much deeper and more umami, and when you put it in your mouth, the air moving through your nose. This is so delicious, so delicious I can’t stop.
How to use it as follows.
(1) Fill the “Kanmakase” with water
(2) Pour into the chirori (sake warming cup) that comes with the product.
(3) Place the chirori on the body “Kanmakase”.
(4) Turn the temperature adjustment dial and set the desired temperature
Temperature adjustment is done automatically. Since it is a hot water boiler, you can enjoy hot pleasure with temperature consistency even compared to using a microwave.
“Kanmakase” (KOP-0400 / K) released in 2021 The temperature adjustment function was 5 levels, but this time it was extended to 7 levels. You can change the temperature from 35 ℃ to 80 ℃ by simply turning the dial.
The “Kanmakase” heating mouth is about 70mm in diameter. If the size allows, you can use your own soy containers, such as 300ml bottles or sake bottles, to warm the warm. It has both hot and cold brews, so it’s perfect for comparing different brands or having a drink with someone.
The Makuake project has already been completed (6183% of the target amount achieved). I can’t wait for the day when I can buy it at the Seiki Koizumi online store.
Comment from GetNavi member Salon Red
I love it chilled, but I was quite surprised when I tried to drink it that was heated to the recommended temperature. The case, which was delicious even at room temperature, became even more delicious, almost like it was something else. To be honest, until I tasted it, I didn’t think it was necessary to be able to set the temperature so precisely because of hot. However, you can set the temperature in 7 degrees, so just find the temperature you prefer because you bought it will make your evening drink more enjoyable.
