Institute For The Future

Guitar Zeros

By now everyone is familiar with the hit video game Guitar Hero and its multiplayer offshoot, Rock Band. And while I'd never argue that being able to achieve 100% on "Freebird" on Expert makes you a real musician (I can't do it... yet), there is a band that relies on Guitar Hero controllers to make their own music.

 

Using software on their laptops, Guitar Zeros modded their XBOX Guitar Hero controllers. They've turned the plastic toys into real synth instruments that can make as many different sounds as their computers allow.

 

This clip from CurrentTV is a great look at the guys behind the plastic guitars.<p/>

 

 

For those heading to Maker Faire for our Spring Conference, Guitar Zeros will be performing live.<p/>