Altura Theremin MIDI Controller Review for Nuts and Volts Magazine

[Craig Lindley]

I’ve just completed a review of this kit for the March 2018 issue of Nuts and Volts Magazine. I don’t want to spill the beans completely on the review but I think I can share the conclusions to the article here.

“Was this kit fun and easy to build? You bet. Does this theremin have enough functionality to keep you
entertained for a long while? You bet. Is the theremin easy to master? I would have to say no. Playing
the Altura theremin in key is much easier than with a traditional analog theremin but you still need a
good musical ear and good hand coordination to play a song without error. Is the effort necessary to
master this device worth the investment in time? I definitely think so. I already have some ideas on
how I will incorporate the Altura theremin into my next round of recordings.”

Please checkout Nuts and Volts Magazine March 2018 issue for the comprehensive review.

[Captainkidd]

I actually saw the article while browsing the Nut’s and Volts magazine at the book store. I just happened to start looking for a device just like this the day before so this I think hit the nail on the head. Just ordered a kit. Thank you!

[zdlAdmin]

Craig, thanks for posting. We have not seen the review yet but look forward to it! Yes, it takes some practice to master the Altura, but yes, it’s easier than a theremin! We have some tutorial videos in the works to help with the learning curve.

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