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# iNara

Color Guide Device for Music Visualization

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iNara Test using Scaler 2 on iPad to Trigger and Display Chords over Bluetooth Midi
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### Overview&#x20;

iNara: After creating my first animation, I soon discovered midi-led-visualizers for piano using microcontrollers, led strips, and Arduino. With no prior experience in programming, I began to study C++ to create my own. In my first draft, I used a for loop in the main loop of the program. I eventually created switch cases for each midi note to make it more flexible. I later used the Blynk IOT platform to have the ability to program each note’s led at runtime to accommodate any instrument brand or choice. After exploring uses with mobile apps, I decided to create my own application to enhance its usage and purpose. (Melodic Dimension). Recent updates include Bluetooth MIDI and battery power.&#x20;

For use with my MalletKat (Midi Mallet Percussion Controller) I used a led strip insert to make the light projection more smooth. It also happened to fit perfectly between the natural and accidentals for a seamless look. The original design consisted of individual pieces that can all be linked together for a more modular system. While this worked well for electric drum kits, using the entire strip for mallet instruments was ultimately better. &#x20;

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