DistanzuinoBT is a smart, touchless musical instrument you play with gestures. Using laser sensors and Bluetooth, it turns the distance between your hands and the device into real, customizable sounds. Controlled through an interactive website, it’s fun, portable, and perfect for exploring music in a whole new way.
And why is it your instrument?
Distanzuino isn’t just another musical instrument — it’s your instrument.
With the help of our website, you can learn how music works and how sound is created. Not only can you explore the inner workings of the tones you hear, but you can also be the one to shape them. Here, you’re free to discover, learn, and build the musical instrument you want to create.
Discover what makes the Distanzuino a revolutionary instrument
Explore the core principles that make Distanzuino a unique musical experience.
The Distanzuino is a fully customizable and personalizable musical instrument. With the help of our website, you can truly make the Distanzuino your own.
What does that mean?
You can customize the tones you want to hear, adjust the volume, and even change the physical design of the instrument. And it’s not just about switching between different instrument sounds — you can create your own unique tones and sounds with just a few clicks.
Discover how melodies and harmonies are formed, and understand what makes music sound the way it does. With Distanzuino, you can explore rhythm, pitch, tone, and musical structure in a hands-on, creative way. Whether you're just starting out or already know a bit, you'll deepen your understanding of how music works—and how to shape it yourself.
Behind every sound is a physical explanation. With Distanzuino, you’ll explore the science behind music: sound waves, frequency, vibration, amplitude, and more. You'll learn how changes in distance and movement affect the tones you hear—connecting what you play with real-world physics in a fun and intuitive way.
Play music without ever touching the instrument. Just wave your hand sideways above the Distanzuino to create sounds. It doesn’t require fine motor skills, making it more accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages and abilities.
From gesture to music in a few clear steps.
Hand distance is captured in real time with precise laser sensors.
Data streams to your device instantly over secure, low-latency Bluetooth.
The web application maps distance to tone maps and instrument profiles you choose.
Expressive, musical output with measured natural attack and harmonics.
Visual indicators show current notes and you can adjust tones, volume and instruments quickly to your style.
Highlights from Distanzuino’s journey of innovation and recognition
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