Device0024
Early Human Resistance Synthesizer
Date Completed: February 2011
Last Known Location:
Pacifica, CA
Takoma Park, MD
This is my second take on this type of device, which became the Human Resistance Synthesizer. It is played by bridging the connection between the two plates. The more contact made, the higher the pitch. You can experiment with friends by making a human chain of resistance.
With a very minimal design, this synth is carved into a single piece of salvaged wood with an aged-looking stain. Aside from the two contact plates, you have a power switch and indicator light.
Audio Out: 1/4″ mono
Power: 9V Battery (Under Left Plate)
Built as a set of two, one of which is now in the very skillful hands of Jason Mullinax of Pilesar.