Tom Majeski, DSP designer at Chase Bliss and former brain behind Cooper FX, delves into the innovative Korg Kaoss Pad. They discuss the Kaoss Pad's unique features, tactile interface, and its impact on music creation. The conversation also touches on music technology, programming, and nostalgia, offering insights into the creative process and challenges of pronunciation.
The Korg Kaoss Pad pioneered touch screen tech in music, setting a unique standard.
Evolution of digital music tech from analog systems to modern chips explored.
Electronic development challenges include coding intimidation and mastering digital processors.
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In this episode: Dan Pechacek and Andy Othling start off this jouney of Object Worship with an interview with Tom Majeski. Tom is the brain behind the now defunct Cooper FX and is now DSP designer at Chase Bliss. Tom's chosen Object is the famed Korg Kaoss Pad. Well ahead of the curve of touch screen and tactile-reactive tech, the Kaoss Pad is truly in a lane all its own. After some dips into the depths of nostalgia, Tom talks about the design process of MOOD MKii.
Follow Tom's work at http://www.chasebliss.com
Object Worship is a production of the OBNE Podcast Network.
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