Singertronics offers the Ther’minator, a plug‑and‑play controller that uses LiDAR to detect hand or object movement and output a 0‑5 V CV signal for Eurorack, modular or analog synth rigs. The device provides up to two‑foot range, configurable motion modes, and dual USB‑C ports for chaining, enabling responsive control of pitch, volume, or any CV‑compatible parameter.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Performing expressive control of modular and analog synthesizers often requires physical knobs, sliders, or external controllers, which can be limited in range, speed, or tactile feedback. Musicians seeking hands‑free or gestural modulation must use complex setups that may suffer from latency, interference, or lack of plug‑and‑play compatibility.
Solution
The Ther’minator from Singertronics provides a plug‑and‑play gestural controller that uses a LiDAR sensor to detect hand or object movement and convert it directly into a 0‑5 V control voltage. The LiDAR technology offers high responsiveness and resistance to ambient lighting and surface reflectivity, ensuring reliable performance in typical studio or stage environments. Users can configure the sensing range up to two feet and select motion modes such as absolute, relative, or slide‑and‑hold to suit different performance styles. The device outputs a standard 1/8″ CV jack and is powered via USB‑C, with dual ports allowing multiple units to be chained for expanded control. This solution enables real‑time modulation of pitch, volume, filter cutoff, or any CV‑compatible parameter without the need for additional hardware or software integration.
Target Audience
Primary customers are modular synthesists, analog synth players, and electronic musicians who need expressive, hands‑free CV control for live performance or studio production.
Features
- LiDAR‑based distance sensor that is virtually immune to ambient light and surface reflectivity
- Configurable motion modes: absolute positioning, relative movement, and slide‑and‑hold
- Adjustable sensing range up to two feet with selectable LED color feedback
- Standard 1/8″ jack delivering 0‑5 V CV for immediate connection to Eurorack, modular, or analog synth modules
- USB‑C power with dual ports for daisy‑chaining multiple Ther’minators
- Plug‑and‑play design requiring no firmware updates or external software