The Circuit Sax (v2) by Nigel is a mini electronic saxophone. It’s made with mechanical switches, custom 3D printed keycaps, and breath input. It’s designed to feel as close to a regular saxophone as possible.
Almost anything you can play on a real saxophone, you can translate to the Circuit Sax.
Features
Mechanical key switches with custom keycaps meant to mimic the feel of a saxophone
Breath input for articulation of notes and dynamic expression (compatible with any alto saxophone mouthpiece)
Motion detection for vibrato
Audio output via 3.5mm audio jack
MIDI output via USB to a computer or phone
It uses a Teensy 4 microcontroller a Teensy 4 audio shield version 4 programmed in the Arduino IDE with Teensy extensions.
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