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A Recorder for the 21st Century





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Italian manufacturer ARTinoise has given the humble recorder a significant upgrade to catapult it into the new millennium. The transformation comes in the form of the Re.corder, a soprano recorder that is a traditional acoustic recorder and a modern wireless digital instrument. Complete with its own sound library, app, and ability to function as a MIDI controller, the ARTinoise Re.corder shifts the recorder from a mere elementary school rite of passage into a contemporary instrument that will appeal to a wide range of musicians. Sweetwater Academy of Music & Technology instructors love the Re.corder’s classroom potential. Its traditional recorder functionality allows for covering the basics of music. Plus, its MIDI capabilities blast open the doors to music recording and production. Parents will also love that kids can practice on their headphones by using the corresponding app for smartphones and tablets!





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Acoustic recorder





The ARTinoise Re.corder still plays like a standard acoustic soprano recorder with the same fingerings, size, portability, and traditional classroom application. It weighs only 4.2 ounces, so it’s easy and convenient to carry in backpacks or store in lockers. Plus, the Re.corder also comes with a cleaning rod and quickstart manual.





Digital MIDI instrument





The Re.corder’s onboard electronics are where its potential truly gets realized. Used in tandem with its app for Android and iOS, the Re.corder allows teachers to create entire orchestras in their classes, let students practice on headphones, and further encourage inclusivity in music thanks to the Re.corder’s special modes that cater to individuals with mild disabilities. Also, the Re.corder’s MIDI capabilities can introduce students to the wonderful world of recording and production ? use the Re.corder to play external sounds from any DAW, synth, or sound library!





ARTinoise Re.corder Hybrid Acoustic and Electronic Recorder Features:


Traditional acoustic soprano recorder as well as a modern digital wireless instrument


Standard fingerings, size, portability, and classroom application as a traditional recorder for teaching the basics of music


Modern digital instrument capabilities, such as wireless MIDI connectivity as well as touch-sensitive digital sensors and pressure sensors


MIDI connectivity that not only lets you play sounds from any external DAW, sound library, or other synth but also introduces students to music production and recording for even more classroom potential


Lip presence sensor and keyboard modes that allow for individuals with mild disabilities to be included


Re.corder app (Android/iOS) that allows for silent practice with headphones, different instrument sounds, transposition, octave selection, applying effects, and more


Comes with cleaning rod and quickstart manual


Available in a variety of attractive colors