Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII
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Leaf Audio
Microphonic Soundbox MKII
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This Soundbox is a fascinating little device for sound designers and experimental musicians. It’s a surprisingly versatile platform for creating unique textures and percussive sounds, blending acoustic resonance with electronic amplification – perfect if you're into unusual soundscapes and textural experimentation.
Product Description
- Leaf Audio Microphonic Soundbox MKII
- Electro-Acoustic Experimental Instrument
- For creative sound design
- Wooden housing with two built-in contact microphones and low-noise preamplifiers
- Various elements to create sounds and noises: sandpaper surface
- tunable kalimba
- three different springs and two swinging metal bars
- Side mounting device with M3 threads for mounting other items such as springs
- metal strips
- rubber bands and more
- Gain control for both contact microphones
- Input for external piezo pick-ups and microphones: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Line outputs with level switch (High/Low): 6.3 mm jack
- Channel 1 can be used as a separate preamplifier for instruments
- while channel 2 continues to output the signal from the soundbox
- Power supply via 9 V battery (not included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 265 x 155 x 100 mm
- Weight: 571 g
- Incl: 2 metal sticks
- 3 feathers
- Kalimba with 5 reeds
- Expandable with Leaf Audio Add-On Pack 1 (Art. #571533#) and Add-On Pack 2 (Art. #571534#)
- • The wooden housing provides a warm, resonant foundation for amplified sounds.
- • Built-in contact mics capture surprisingly detailed and nuanced vibrations.
- • Kalimba tuning allows for easily accessible, tuned percussive elements.
- • M3 mounting threads offer incredible flexibility for custom sonic experimentation.
- • Limited output level may require additional amplification for stage use.
- • Battery power necessitates frequent replacements or an external power supply.
- • The sandpaper surface can wear quickly with heavy use and cleaning.
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