vasco alves: AM FM keyboard 6

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’

the instrument ‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ designed by vasco alves, is an updated version of his earlier ‘FM kbrd’. the ‘FM kbrd’ had 12 piano keys which are meant to trigger 12 radios, tuned to different stations enabling one to create / play sound pieces based on what is being broadcast over the radio at that particular moment. now the new ‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ is built out of wenge wood, with only 6 keys and 6 independent audio outputs (requiring a 1/4 inch jack) that allow manipulation of out coming sound. it now has a larger variety of controls. the new keyboard consists of six radios, six keys, six tuning dials, 6 volume controls 6 AM/FM switches, 6 LED lights, 6 antennas, 6 audio outputs and 1 power socket. this model was designed to be portable (smaller dimensions and weight) so that its easier for travel / touring.

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ (detail)

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ (detail)

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ (detail)

‘AM / FM keyboard 6’ (detail)

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here is a video of the FM kbrd to give you an idea of how the keyboard system works: