A system for controlling audio playback and recording may comprise a first foot-operable switch and a second foot-operable switch. A first processing module may control playback of MIDI sequences in response to activation commands associated with the first foot-operable switch. A second processing module may control recording and playback of audio loops in response to activation commands associated with the second foot-operable switch. The activation commands for both the first and second processing modules may be triggered based on a duration and frequency of user application of the respective foot-operable switch. The system may allow for various control operations, including triggering main and fill MIDI sequences, transitioning between sequences, stopping playback, commencing and stopping audio recording, initiating loop playback, and overdubbing recorded audio loops.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Apparatus for recording, transmission, processing and reproduction of sound, images or data; Audio mixers; Downloadable computer programs for editing images, sound, and video; Downloadable computer software for creating and editing music and sounds; Electronic effect pedals for use with sound amplifiers; Pedal boards for use with sound effect pedals for musical instruments; Pedalboards for use with sound effect pedals for musical instruments; Sound effect pedals for musical instruments; Sound recording and sound reproducing apparatus and instruments; Sound recording apparatus; Sound reproduction equipment
The disclosure provides an apparatus and method for managing audio signals using foot-operated switches and selectors. The apparatus includes foot-operated switches that control signals from an instrument input, a looper module, or a MIDI sequence. Selectors adjust parameters like tempo, volume, or attributes of main and fill MIDI sequences. A sequence of foot switch depressions governs signal behavior. Additional features include sequence analysis for activation commands, signal recording, and sequence transitions. An external device may further adjust the signal, and a display offers visual feedback. The disclosure is applicable in music, audio engineering, and live performance contexts.
A system may comprise a looper. The looper may further comprise an arrangement module. The arrangement module may arrange audio data into at least one of the following: a song comprised of at least one song part, at least one track within the at least one song part, and at least one layer within the at least one track. The system may also comprise an output module, the output module may be configured to enable playback of the arranged audio data. The system may also comprise an input module that may be configured to record subsequent audio data during the playback of the arranged audio data from the output module. The system may also comprise a processing module configured to modify playback of the arranged audio data. The system may also comprise an external device configured to control operation of at least one module associated with the looper.
B60S 1/56 - Nettoyage des pare-brise, fenêtres ou dispositifs optiques spécialement adaptés pour nettoyer d'autres parties ou dispositifs que les fenêtres avant ou les pare-brise
Methods, apparatus, and a system (collectively a “platform”) are disclosed for facilitating, enabling, or enhancing the creation, control, and playback of digital audio loops or parts. The method may comprise playing back a first midi segment of a song, the first midi segment comprising a first midi sequence repeated a predetermined number of times, transitioning to a second midi segment of the song after the first midi sequence is repeated for the predetermined number of times unless a first foot-operable switch is triggered, receiving a first activation command during the playback of the first midi segment and in response to the first activation command, modifying the predetermined number of times the first midi sequence is to be repeated wherein the first activation command is triggered based on, at least in part, a duration and frequency of a user application of the first foot-operable switch.
Methods, Apparatus, and a System (collectively a "platform") for facilitating, enabling, or enhancing creation, control, and playback of digital audio loops or parts are disclosed herein. The platform may include playing back midi song segments. The midi song segments may comprise a midi sequence that is looped a predetermined number of times. The platform may include transitioning to another midi song segment automatically after predetermined number of loops or transitioning in response to a command. The platform may include changing the number of loops during playback of a song segment in response to a command. The platform may relate to enabling automatic generation of song segments during a performance. The platform may include automatically selecting midi sequences to enhance playback. The platform may include other features pertaining to enhancing or enabling digital music creation or composition.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
Methods, Apparatus, and a System (collectively a “platform”) for facilitating, enabling, or enhancing creation, control, and playback of digital audio loops or parts are disclosed herein. The platform may include playing back midi song segments. The midi song segments may comprise a midi sequence that is looped a predetermined number of times. The platform may include transitioning to another midi song segment automatically after predetermined number of loops or transitioning in response to a command. The platform may include changing the number of loops during playback of a song segment in response to a command. The platform may relate to enabling automatic generation of song segments during a performance. The platform may include automatically selecting midi sequences to enhance playback. The platform may include other features pertaining to enhancing or enabling digital music creation or composition.
An apparatus may be designed to enable a user to receive, record, display, edit, arrange, re-arrange, play, loop, extend, export and import audio and video data. The audio and video data to be organized as, for example, but not limited to, a song comprised of song parts. The song parts may be comprised of tracks, and each track may be comprised of one or more layers. The various methods and systems disclosed herein incorporate such data segmentation to enable the user to intuitively and hands-free record, arrange, and perform songs comprised of both sequential and parallel tracks. In this way, the looper may enable a musician to record and loop tracks for a song, arrange the tracks into song parts, and during the same session, transition the playback from one song part to another, all the while recording a track on top of the transitioning song parts.
G10H 1/00 - Éléments d'instruments de musique électrophoniques
G06F 3/04886 - Techniques d’interaction fondées sur les interfaces utilisateur graphiques [GUI] utilisant des caractéristiques spécifiques fournies par le périphérique d’entrée, p. ex. des fonctions commandées par la rotation d’une souris à deux capteurs, ou par la nature du périphérique d’entrée, p. ex. des gestes en fonction de la pression exercée enregistrée par une tablette numérique utilisant un écran tactile ou une tablette numérique, p. ex. entrée de commandes par des tracés gestuels par partition en zones à commande indépendante de la surface d’affichage de l’écran tactile ou de la tablette numérique, p. ex. claviers virtuels ou menus
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G10H 1/42 - Rythme comprenant des circuits producteurs de sons
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured to store a plurality of main midi sequences, store a plurality of fill midi sequences, and playback a plurality of main midi sequences and the plurality of fill midi sequences. The apparatus can also include a first foot-operable switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module, an instrument input, and a looping means configured to record a plurality of signals received from the instrument input, generate a plurality of recorded loops associated with the plurality of recorded signals, store the plurality of recorded loops, and playback each of the plurality of recorded loops. The apparatus can also include a second foot-operable switch configured to operate the looping means.
An apparatus may be designed to enable a user to receive, record, display, edit, arrange, re-arrange, play, loop, extend, export and import audio and video data. The audio and video data to be organized as, for example, but not limited to, a song comprised 25of song parts. The song parts may be comprised of tracks, and each track may be comprised of one or more layers. The various methods and systems disclosed herein incorporate such data segmentation to enable the user to intuitively and hands-free record, arrange, and perform songs comprised of both sequential and parallel tracks. In this way, the looper may enable a musician to record and loop tracks for a song, arrange the tracks into song parts, and during the same session, transition the playback from one song part to another, all the while recording a track on top of the transitioning song parts.
An apparatus may be designed to enable a user to receive, record, display, edit, arrange, re-arrange, play, loop, extend, export and import audio and video data. The audio and video data to be organized as, for example, but not limited to, a song comprised of song parts. The song parts may be comprised of tracks, and each track may be comprised of one or more layers. The various methods and systems disclosed herein incorporate such data segmentation to enable the user to intuitively and hands-free record, arrange, and perform songs comprised of both sequential and parallel tracks. In this way, the looper may enable a musician to record and loop tracks for a song, arrange the tracks into song parts, and during the same session, transition the playback from one song part to another, all the while recording a track on top of the transitioning song parts.
G06F 3/0488 - Techniques d’interaction fondées sur les interfaces utilisateur graphiques [GUI] utilisant des caractéristiques spécifiques fournies par le périphérique d’entrée, p. ex. des fonctions commandées par la rotation d’une souris à deux capteurs, ou par la nature du périphérique d’entrée, p. ex. des gestes en fonction de la pression exercée enregistrée par une tablette numérique utilisant un écran tactile ou une tablette numérique, p. ex. entrée de commandes par des tracés gestuels
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G10H 1/42 - Rythme comprenant des circuits producteurs de sons
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured for generating midi-sequences. Further, the apparatus may also include a foot-operated switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module. Additionally, the apparatus may include a docking station configured to connect the apparatus to a mobile device. Accordingly, the midi-sequence module may be controlled through the mobile device. Further, in some embodiments the midi-sequence module may be included in the mobile device instead of the apparatus. Accordingly, the apparatus may include a switch port configured to electrically couple the foot-operated switch with the mobile device in order to control the midi-sequence module included in the mobile device.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured for generating midi-sequences. Further, the apparatus may also include a foot-operated switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module. Additionally, the apparatus may include a docking station configured to connect the apparatus to a mobile device. Accordingly, the midi-sequence module may be controlled through the mobile device. Further, in some embodiments the midi-sequence module may be included in the mobile device instead of the apparatus. Accordingly, the apparatus may include a switch port configured to electrically couple the foot-operated switch with the mobile device in order to control the midi-sequence module included in the mobile device.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured for generating midi-sequences. Further, the apparatus may also include a foot-operated switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module. Additionally, the apparatus may include a docking station configured to connect the apparatus to a mobile device. Accordingly, the midi-sequence module may be controlled through the mobile device. Further, in some embodiments the midi-sequence module may be included in the mobile device instead of the apparatus. Accordingly, the apparatus may include a switch port configured to electrically couple the foot-operated switch with the mobile device in order to control the midi-sequence module included in the mobile device.
An apparatus for facilitating control of midi-sequence generation is disclosed. The apparatus may include a midi-sequence module configured for generating midi-sequences. Further, the apparatus may also include a foot-operated switch configured to operate the midi-sequence module. Additionally, the apparatus may include a docking station configured to connect the apparatus to a mobile device. Accordingly, the midi-sequence module may be controlled through the mobile device. Further, in some embodiments the midi-sequence module may be included in the mobile device instead of the apparatus. Accordingly, the apparatus may include a switch port configured to electrically couple the foot-operated switch with the mobile device in order to control the midi-sequence module included in the mobile device.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
15 - Instruments de musique
Produits et services
Computer hardware and software for processing digital music files; Computer software and hardware for producing and arranging music; Computer software for creating and editing music and sounds; Computer software for processing digital music files; Computer software for creating and editing music and sounds; Computer software for music production; Computer software for arranging and producing music; Downloadable computer software for production and arrangement of music; Electronic effect pedals for use with sound amplifiers; Music-composition software; Computer programs for processing digital music files Drum pedals; Electronic effects pedals for use with musical instruments; Music synthesizers; Sound effect pedals for musical instruments; Foot pedals for use in connection with musical instruments
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
15 - Instruments de musique
Produits et services
Computer hardware and software for processing digital music files; Computer programs for processing digital music files; Computer software and firmware for arranging and producing music; Computer software and hardware for producing and arranging music, songs, and sounds; Computer software for creating and editing music and sounds; Computer software for processing digital music files; Computer software for music production; Downloadable computer software for production and arrangement of music; Music-composition software Drum pedals; Electronic effects pedals for use with musical instruments; Foot pedals for use in connection with musical instruments; Music synthesizers; Sound effect pedals for musical instruments
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide an apparatus configured to enable a user to easily change between different midi or audio sequences in any order the user prefers, rather than limiting the user to a pre-determined sequence. Additionally, embodiments of the present disclosure provide an apparatus configured with recording and looping functions. The recording and looping functions may be configured to sync the recorded and looped multi-media content to the percussion sequences. Still consistent with embodiments of the present disclosure, the apparatus may be designed and configured to enable a mobile computing device to be used as, for example, an information display, a control mechanism, a processing unit and memory storage.
Embodiments of the present invention provide an electronic looping, recording, and playback apparatus. The apparatus may comprise a clamp, enabling the apparatus to be positioned in or on an acoustic instrument, such as an acoustic guitar. The clamp may be used to attach the apparatus to a portion of the acoustic instrument. The apparatus may further comprise, but not be limited to, for example, a speaker, a rechargeable battery, a microphone, a volume knob, an LED indicator light, a switch, and a processing module. The switch may be used to activate the electronic recording, looping, and playback system, much like a pedal in a stompbox configuration.
G10H 3/18 - Instruments dans lesquels les sons sont produits par des moyens électromécaniques utilisant des générateurs résonnants mécaniques, p. ex. des cordes ou des instruments à percussion, dont les sons sont captés par des transducteurs électromécaniques, les signaux électriques étant alors traités ou amplifiés puis convertis en ondes sonores au moyen d'un haut-parleur ou d'un dispositif équivalent utilisant des vibrateurs excités mécaniquement et munis de capteurs utilisant des cordes, p. ex. guitares électriques
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PORTABLE ACOUSTIC RECORDING, LOOPING, AND PLAYBACK SYSTEM
Embodiments of the present invention provide an electronic looping, recording, and playback apparatus. The apparatus may comprise a clamp, enabling the apparatus to be positioned in or on an acoustic instrument, such as an acoustic guitar. The clamp may be used to attach the apparatus to a portion of the acoustic instrument. The apparatus may further comprise, but not be limited to, for example, a speaker, a rechargeable battery, a microphone, a volume knob, an LED indicator light, a switch, and a processing module. The switch may be used to activate the electronic recording, looping, and playback system, much like a pedal in a stompbox configuration.
G11B 31/02 - Dispositifs pour faire fonctionner les appareils d'enregistrement ou de reproduction en liaison avec des appareils associés avec des instruments musicaux automatiques
G11B 27/031 - Montage électronique de signaux d'information analogiques numérisés, p. ex. de signaux audio, vidéo
H04R 1/46 - Adaptation particulière pour usage comme microphone de contact, p. ex. sur instrument de musique, sur stéthoscope
