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MONK ROCKER Buddha Machine [ circuit bent ] was uploaded by: asmhaxor
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This video demos MONK ROCKER, a circuit bent Buddha Machine.

via asmhaxor:

This is my first attempt at circuit bending.Made from an authentic (not FM3) Buddhist chanting machine (as seen). Recorded with external analog rev/delay. Concept and design by Kevin K Chen. Not for sale.

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buddha machine bent by coloringpad was uploaded by: coloringpad
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This video demos a circuit-bent Buddha Machine:

via coloringpad:

Additions include a switch to double playback speed, a knob to adjust the rate of playback, minor and major glitch inducing switches (sound like distortion here), and a selection button. easy and fun.

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Description:

The Buddha Machine is a palm-sized box that plays nine ambient loops composed by Beijing-based music duo FM3.

Founded in 1999 by Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian, FM3 are considered pioneers of electronic music in China. Virant teamed up with Jason Forrest and Agile Partners for development of the iPhone/iPod Buddha Machine application.

This virtual Buddha Machine replicates the no-nonsense simplicity of the original, while boasting significantly-improved sound quality.

Buddha Machine 1.0 Features:

  • All 9 original Buddha Machine loops in High-res Audio
  • All 7 original colors
  • Touch Sensitive (and give it a shake!)
  • 3D graphics
  • All the comforts of the original
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